MOMMY ISSUES Officially Selected for The People’s Film Festival in Harlem
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Harlem has always been more than a location. It is a voice, a rhythm, and a cultural force that continues to shape art, conversation, and independent storytelling across generations.
That is why it is an honor for MOMMY ISSUES to be officially selected for The People’s Film Festival, returning May 29–31, 2026 at Maysles Cinema in the heart of Harlem, New York.
Now celebrating its 15th year, The People’s Film Festival continues to champion independent filmmakers, emerging voices, and culturally driven storytelling that reflects real experiences and authentic perspectives. This year’s festival will also honor comedian Tiffany Haddish and the She Ready Foundation for their impact on culture, community, and representation.
Written and edited by Valerie Denise Jones, MOMMY ISSUES is a psychological, narration-driven vertical series that explores identity, trauma, perception, and emotional survival through an intimate and visually immersive lens.
The story follows a man navigating unresolved maternal trauma as suspicion begins to surround him in connection to a series of burglaries. As the tension deepens, the series asks a powerful question: Can people with disabilities be seen as powerful, or are they only seen as vulnerable?
Blending psychological tension with dark humor and emotional realism, MOMMY ISSUES challenges audiences to reconsider the way trauma, masculinity, perception, and disability intersect in modern society.
For filmmaker Valerie Denise Jones, the selection represents more than a screening. It represents the continued evolution of independent storytelling within spaces that understand the importance of culture, truth, and community.
From its Women in Film & Television Florida showcase connected to Gasparilla International Film Festival to its upcoming Harlem screening, MOMMY ISSUES continues building momentum as part of a growing conversation around innovative storytelling and emotionally grounded cinema.
Because in Harlem, stories are not simply watched. They are felt.
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