Mariska Hargitay's documentary "My Mom Jayne" focuses on her late mother, Jayne Mansfield, a prominent 1950s Hollywood star known for her unique charm and intelligence. Hargitay, who was only three years old when her mother died, undertakes this project to better comprehend Mansfield's life. The film incorporates memories shared by Hargitay's siblings, revealing the emotional weight of their shared history. Hargitay's reluctance to explore her mother’s legacy for most of her life demonstrates the complexities of their relationship, providing a nuanced perspective on her mother's legacy beyond the public persona.
Jayne Mansfield was one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the 1950s, known for her blonde looks and babydoll voice, but she was also a savvy woman, fluent in five languages.
Mariska Hargitay, director of the new HBO documentary "My Mom Jayne," reveals how she has come to understand her mother's complex life, having never fully explored it before.
Hargitay shares poignant memories from her siblings about their mother, illustrating the emotional complexities of her relationship with Jayne Mansfield.
Hargitay's journey into her mother's past brought up complicated feelings, highlighting a desire to connect with a maternal figure she lost at a young age.
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