Cher Films Worth Watching Again

Often remembered primarily as a singer, Cher has an impressive film resume and an Oscar on her mantle. Winning the Best Actress Oscar for her starring role in Moonstruck, Cher also won and was nominated for many other awards.

Snuggle up with a bowl of popcorn and remember why some of Cher's best films are worth revisiting.

Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean - 1982
Cher was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance in this ensemble piece that started as a Broadway stage production. Cher and co-stars Karen Black, Sandy Dennis, Kathy Bates and Sudie Bond reprised their Broadway roles in this tale of a reunion of friends.

The Disciples of James Dean gather on the anniversary of the film legend's death to reminisce about the summer "Giant" was filmed near their hometown. Set in 1975, a series of flashbacks to 1955 are reflected in the large wall-mirror behind the soda fountain. Cher's "Sissy" must face her own secrets and lies as do the other friends. As many truths are revealed, hearts are broken and healed.

Silkwood - 1983
In a 1984 interview with People magazine, Cher spoke of the night Silkwood premiered in New York. The audience, quietly waiting for the beginning of this dramatic biopic, roared with laughter as Cher's name rolled across the screen in the beginning credits. Months later, many were looking for crow recipes as Cher was nominated for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar and won the Golden Globe for her portrayal of Karen Silkwood's best friend, lesbian Dolly Peliker.

Based on a true story, Silkwood stars Meryl Streep as the activist gathering evidence against a nuclear facility in the mid-1970s. With moments both strong and vulnerable, Cher proved she was more than Vegas and TV comedy - she truly became a legitimate actress.

Mask - 1985
Cher won the award for Best Actress at the Cannes Film Festival and was nominated for a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Florence "Rusty" Dennis in this fact-based drama.

Rocky Dennis was diagnosed at four years old with a genetic disease that caused disfigurement to his head. A hard-living motorcycle mama, Rusty loved her son and above all wanted him to have a normal life. In Cher's portrayal, she battled doctors and school officials while battling her own drug demons. A rekindled love affair with Gar (Sam Elliott) and a non-traditional family of bikers provide more support than Rusty's own parents.

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Sources: People.com