Mom's Secret (2025)

Mom's Secret (2025) poster

After the sudden death of her mother, 13-year-old Yara struggles to find her place in a world that no longer feels familiar. Hoping for comfort, she returns with her father to the campsite where their family once spent every summer. But things have changed — their beloved caravan has been sold, and her father seems unwilling to face the grief they share. One night, Yara hears mysterious music coming from the direction of her old caravan. Together with her best friend Deon, she sets out to uncover its source. What begins as a haunting mystery slowly transforms into a tender journey of memory, love, and acceptance.

Director: Matthijs van Esveld
Genre: Drama, Family, Mystery
Runtime: 15 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Tom van Zutphen
Editing: Eva Verkerk
Country: Belgium
Language: Nederlands
Budget: $5,000
Box Office: $5,000
Original Language: nl

Themes

Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Deep Grief and Recovery Process, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Strengthening Bonds Between Father and Daughter

Keywords

loss, love, teen drama, liefde, inspirational, drama, rouw, mourning and healing, vriendschap

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mom's Secret about?
After the sudden death of her mother, 13-year-old Yara struggles to find her place in a world that no longer feels familiar. Hoping for comfort, she returns with her father to the campsite where their family once spent every summer. But things have changed — their beloved caravan has been sold, and her father seems unwilling to face the grief they share. One night, Yara hears mysterious music coming from the direction of her old caravan. Together with her best friend Deon, she sets out to uncover its source. What begins as a haunting mystery slowly transforms into a tender journey of memory, love, and acceptance.
Who directed Mom's Secret?
Mom's Secret was directed by Matthijs van Esveld.
Who stars in Mom's Secret?
Mom's Secret stars Rosalie Wegman, Duco Bunschoten, Jaydie van den Berg, Duncan Meijering, Pieter Tiddens, Claire Schuyffel.
How long is Mom's Secret?
Mom's Secret has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Mom's Secret?
Mom's Secret is a Drama, Family, Mystery film.
What is the budget of Mom's Secret?
Mom's Secret had a budget of $5,000.
How much did Mom's Secret gross?
Mom's Secret grossed $5,000 worldwide.
Where was Mom's Secret produced?
Mom's Secret was produced in Belgium.
What are the themes of Mom's Secret?
The themes of Mom's Secret include: Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Deep Grief and Recovery Process, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Strengthening Bonds Between Father and Daughter.