
MOM'S SECRET
MAMA'S GEHEIM
Short, Youth, drama, family, mystery
Netherlands
2024
Runtime, min
15



Selections and Awards:
REVIEWS:
A very good psychological film about experiencing the loss of a loved one. So real, heartfelt, and positive. Thank you!
Live Screenings Attendee
The mystery around the caravan was such a cool idea. Kinda spooky, but also sweet. The whole detective part made it fun even though the topic is super serious.
Oscar Fernandez Rodriguez
This project being born from a 13-year-old director's personal experience is astonishing. It carries more soul than many professional adult films. Raw and beautiful.
David Torres Fernandez
The way the campsite and the woods were filmed added so much to the mood. You could feel the emptiness and the memories everywhere. Great cinematography.
Víctor Jiménez
I liked the girl! She’s so funny and random. The whole film was a mix of sad and fun, and that’s what made it cool.
Jennifer Wang
My daughter is the same age as Yara and I couldn’t help but see her in every frame. It was beautifully done, and I think every parent should watch this to understand how kids process loss.
Canis Lupus
Impressive how much nuance and sincerity this short delivers in just 15 minutes. The theme of grief through the lens of a child is handled with grace and surprising maturity.
Samantha Davis
I really felt like I was watching real kids my age, not actors. The story hit hard, especially when Yara hears the message. I got emotional for real.
Marie Meroni
It made me think of my granddaughter. Kids grow up with such strong emotions, and this film shows that perfectly. I was very touched.
Angel Pelé
I didn’t expect much but wow. It was short but powerful. The ending left me thinking about my own mom. Respect to the young team behind it.
Avery Tremblay
I cried. The note from her mom just broke me. This film was so soft and kind but also so painful. I loved it.
Daniel Sanchez Fernandez