My Mom Jayne

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's documentary about her mother, screen legend Jayne Mansfield, is probably the most poignant movie of this genre I've ever seen.

Though Jayne died when Mariska was only three years old, and she has no real memories of her, the familial connection adds to the almost mystery story of searching for the truth about the icon to produce many unbearably tearful moments for the viewer.

A great secret, untold for decades is revealed here, but Mariska structures the film so that that secret does not dominate. Instead, with the aid of her siblings she opens up a hidden treasure trove of powerful connections. Ken Burns couldn't have done a better job, and the personal nature of the subject matter adds immeasurably to the power of this work.

Thank you Mariska, for sharing your family's life and Jayne's lifeforce with us.

Excellently made documentary about Jayne Mansfield and her family. It is heartwarming, dramatic, and empowering. Definitely a must see. The documentary details Hollywood life in the 50s and 60s for female actors. It shows the struggles Jayne went through to be famous but also be there for her family. Mariska Hargitay's entire family is interviewed and shares their viewpoint on what it was like growing up with an iconic actress as their mother. The documentary is easy to follow, lots of video clips and pictures to really help visualize what the narrator was describing. I highly recommend this documentary to everyone.

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!

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.