My Mom Jayne

Just finished watching one of the most moving documentaries I have ever seen, the brand new My Mom, Jayne. It is written and directed by her daughter, Mariska Hargitay of Law and Order SVU fame-that's a show that I never watched. But I know of the legacy and fuzzy reputation of Jayne Mansfield and the fact that she wanted to be a serious actress but ended up like a second rate Marilyn Monroe. The film examines her entire life, including the tragic 1967 car crash that took Jayne's life-the crash her children survived in the back seat and that ended her career quest to be a serious actress. If you love the '60s or if you are a part of a blended family in any way (there is a paternity secret revealed), seek this out NOW on HBO/MAX.

I was surprised about how much this story about I was surprised about how much this story about Jane Mansfield's career, partners and children before and after her stardom and death, would move me emotionally. The directors approach to the unfolding of it all, telling it from her point of view and her personal struggles - and at the same time with the uttermost respect for anyone involved and around her, gripped me especially. I believe people all over the world will be able to relate to her life journey. Because this story has the ability to connect people from many walks of life, heal wounds and push them to continue their own journey with more understanding and love for others. This is an emotionally intelligent movie with high ethical awareness. Actually the kind that gives me hope for the future of the film industry in general. Well done director!

I went into this documentary with low expectations, but by the end, I had chills. There's so much passion and thought put into this film. Although Jayne Mansfield's life was tragically short, this documentary proves her legacy is still very much alive. I learned things about Jayne that genuinely surprised me-in a good way. She had so many hidden talents, and it's incredible how much she accomplished by the age of 34. This is easily one of the best documentaries I've seen in a long time. Jayne would be so proud of her daughter for honoring her story and sharing her journey to becoming a Hollywood icon.

Mariska Hargitay directed this complicated but clear and concise timeline of her mother's career, relationships, and family life. It was so beautifully executed. I won't give too much away because it needs to be experienced to understand the nuances. It left me in tears, for Mariska, for her family, and for the true and deep love they have for one another. Thank you Mariska for sharing this beautiful journey with us. It's one I will never forget. God bless Jayne who lived so much life in her short time on earth, and God bless Mickey for showing the kind of unconditional love that is not of this earth.

I never leave reviews, but this doc was amazing. This documentary flowed so well from beginning to end. The interviews with her family really added depth and dimension to who Jayne was behind the scenes and it was fun to see Mariska's dynamics with them. The story and history in general, was interesting and so personal.

I lost my parent as a kid as well, and this got me in my feels. There's so much you really do forget overtime, or in Mariska's case don't remember at all. I'm happy she decided to make this doc and share her journey on this, and damn did she kill it. This is honestly her best work yet.