Messy Mom

A mom must put her party days behind her as she cares for her baby at home after long days at work of physical labor. She's also in school. She has trouble balancing it all until she receives a message that she's graduating, and sees it was all worth it in the end.

  • Jenni Lee Medina
    Director
  • Jenni Lee Medina
    Writer
  • Jenni Lee Medina
    Producer
  • Kristina Dolores Medina
    Key Cast
    "Kathryn"
  • Vada Giselle Medina
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes 52 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 3, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    20 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Arizona State University
Distribution Information
  • YouTube
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: All Rights
Director Biography - Jenni Lee Medina

I'm a student at Arizona State University. My focus is screen writing. I've been passionate about film since I was a toddler. I've been making small films since I was a kid and Messy Mom is my first individual film made with some professionalism. I'm 33 years old and have a beautiful wife and daughter. Looking forward to beginning my career after graduation in 2022.

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Director Statement

Messy Mom is drawn from true events of my own life and a reflection of my upbringing. My wife and daughter are in the film which makes it very special to me. I feel the story is very relatable to single moms everywhere. It's a moving piece and I hope audiences can enjoy it!