'''''Raising Helen''''' is a 2004 American comedy/drama film directed by Garry Marshall and written by Jack Amiel and Michael Begler. It stars Kate Hudson, Joan Cusack and John Corbett.
Synopsis
Helen Harris's (Kate Hudson) carefree life is turned upside down after the death of her sister. She becomes responsible for her late sister's children (Panettiere, Spencer and Abigail Breslin). As things become difficult, a second sister Jenny (Cusack) makes a point of telling her and her pastor Dan Parker (John Corbett) lends support.
It opened at the box office at number four and stayed in the top ten for three weeks.
'''''Tagline''''': Helen help us.
Plot
''Raising Helen'' revolves around Helen Harris (Kate Hudson), whose successful fashion career and decadent Manhattan lifestyle are plenty in terms of keeping her occupied and content. Helen's days as a socialite are brought to a swift end, however, when she is informed not only of the death of her sister (Felicity Huffman) and brother-in-law (Sean O'Bryan), but of the decision to leave their three children in her care. Being one of New York's hippest matters little to 15-year-old Audrey (Hayden Panettiere), ten-year-old Henry (Spencer Breslin), and five-year-old Sarah (Abigail Breslin), who would much rather have their parents back. Convinced she can raise the kids and maintain her already fast-paced schedule, Helen quickly finds herself burnt out and disheartened by her older sister's (Joan Cusack) lack of faith. Despite her already hectic schedule, however, Helen finds the time to develop a genuine affection for her new dependents, as well as an equally genuine attraction to Pastor Dan Parker (John Corbett), the kids' school principal and local pastor. Eventually, Helen realizes she can't balance the two lives, and is faced with a difficult decision: Does she live her old dreams or take a chance on a new one?
Cast
* Kate Hudson - Helen Harris
* Hayden Panettiere -Audrey Davis
* Spencer Breslin - Henry Davis
* Abigail Breslin - Sarah Davis
* John Corbett - Pastor Dan Parker
* Joan Cusack - Jenny Portman
* Helen Mirren - Dominique
* Felicity Huffman - Lindsay Davis
* Sean O'Bryan - Paul Davis
* Amber Valletta - Martina
* Sakina Jaffrey - Nilma Prasad
Production Notes
* The film was shot on the same streets as ''Spider-Man'' and ''It Could Happen to You''.
* Hudson wears Ugg boots on the film's poster.
* The model that fell down during the catwalk sequence was ''Playboy'' playmate Karen McDougal.
* Whip
