Movies like How Stella Got Her Groove Back

Directed by Forest Whitaker, this adaptation of Terry McMillan's novel, like How Stella Got Her Groove Back, delves into the lives and loves of African-American women. The ensemble cast led by Whitney Houston and Angela Bassett, who played Stella, navigates through the complexities of romance and friendship.

Nostalgic yet forward-looking, The Wood offers a tale of friendship and love, as it follows three friends reflecting on their life choices during a wedding. Fans of How Stella Got Her Groove Back will appreciate the close relationships and the quest for happiness at the heart of the story.

Focusing on the life of a successful African-American woman, Something New smartly navigates interracial relationships and the societal expectations surrounding them. Its exploration of love and professional ambition would appeal to fans of How Stella Got Her Groove Back.

With a strong female lead much like Stella, Deliver Us from Eva revolves around the life of Eva Dandridge, who is as assertive in love as she is in her family life. The movie's blend of romance, drama, and comedy will connect with fans of How Stella Got Her Groove Back looking for a similar mix.

This film captures the essence of urban romance and intellectual connection between its leads Darius and Nina. Love Jones mirrors the adult romantic vibes of How Stella Got Her Groove Back, showcasing the complexities of contemporary love.

This romantic film showcases the story of two childhood friends who bond through hip-hop music and eventually find love. Brown Sugar shares the mature and sophisticated look at romance and relationships that resonates with audiences of How Stella Got Her Groove Back.

This romantic comedy stars Vivica A. Fox and highlights the love games that can unfold in modern relationships. The humor, love strategies, and battle of the sexes present in Two Can Play That Game might resonate with an audience that appreciated the witty and romantic elements of How Stella Got Her Groove Back.