Brigitte Bardot, the legendary French actress and activist, is stepping back into the spotlight—sort of—in a new documentary titled Bardot. Director Alain Berliner (known for Ma Vie en Rose) reveals that even as Bardot opens up about her life and abrupt retirement from fame over 50 years ago, she retains an air of mystery. The film, which premiered at Cannes, explores her stardom, her decision to walk away, and her later work as an animal rights advocate.

Editor’s Note: Bardot has been a cultural enigma for decades—a bombshell who rejected Hollywood, a star who vanished at her peak. This doc offers a rare glimpse into her life, but Berliner hints she’s still holding back. For fans of Old Hollywood or anyone curious about fame’s price, it’s a fascinating peek behind the curtain. Plus, her activism adds another layer to her legacy—proof there’s always more to icons than their headlines.

Mariska Hargitay, best known for her role on Law & Order: SVU, steps behind the camera to direct My Mom Jayne, an intimate HBO documentary about her late mother, 1960s Hollywood star Jayne Mansfield. The film explores Mansfield’s glamorous yet tragic life—she died in a car crash at just 34—through the lens of her daughter’s personal memories and archival footage.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another Hollywood nostalgia piece—it’s a daughter’s heartfelt tribute to a mother she barely knew, framed by the contrasts of fame, tragedy, and legacy. For fans of classic Hollywood or Hargitay herself, it’s a rare glimpse into a deeply personal story that shaped the star we know today. And for documentary lovers, it’s a reminder of how family narratives can reveal bigger truths about fame and loss.