'Law & Order' Star Investigates Her Own Family in 'My Mom Jayne'
Briefly

In the documentary 'My Mom Jayne', Mariska Hargitay explores her mother Jayne Mansfield's life, a movie star who died in a tragic car accident. Hargitay, who was only three at the time, reveals her struggles with limited memories of her mother while being raised by her father. Throughout the film, she investigates family archives and old storage that unveil new stories about her mother, transforming her understanding of her heritage. The film ultimately portrays Hargitay's journey as a search for identity amidst the complexities of familial relationships and past legacies.
Hargitay's exploration reveals unexpected details about her mother's life, challenging long-held narratives and reshaping her personal history.
As she unearths family secrets, Hargitay's journey transforms into a quest for identity, reflecting on the complexities of familial love and loss.
Discovering her mother's past in the confines of an unopened storage locker, Hargitay confronts a mix of nostalgia and revelation.
Each clue Hargitay follows leads not only to a deeper understanding of her mother but also to her own identity as an actress and daughter.
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