The idea for Motherland originated with screenwriter Nicole Roewe, now MPI’s director of creative development, who took inspiration from a real Bolshevik-era Soviet experiment that attempted a similar program, wherein children were raised by the state. Though the historical effort collapsed after ten years, Nicole envisioned a chilling scenario in which the idea endured—and evolved—within American culture. Motherland brings its enduring themes of family, freedom, and moral courage to life through the exceptional performance of its star-studded cast— Tony Award winner Miriam Silverman ( Your Friends & Neighbors , Landman ), legendary Emmy winner Holland Taylor ( The Morning Show , Hollywood ), Emmy Award winner Néstor Carbonell ( Shōgun , The Morning Show ), and rising star Emily Arancio.
Publicity still from Motherland .
MPI senior vice president Lana joins MPI director of creative development and Motherland screenwriter Nicole Roewe and MPI filmmaker and Motherland director Evan Matthews at the Valley Film Festival as the film takes home the award for Best Narrative Feature.
Motherland Premieres Worldwide A Gripping MPI Original about Freedom and Control T he MPI Original thriller Motherland was released in select North American theaters in September and is now available in
The story follows a government enforcer who begins to question the system she once served after uncovering the true identity of a young woman in her care. When the regime launches a new program to combat population decline, the enforcer risks everything to protect the young woman—and to rediscover what it means to be free. This powerful narrative invites audiences to reflect on what is lost when the state reengineers human relationships—and what it takes to reclaim them.
North America and the United Kingdom on major streaming platforms including Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, and Google Play. Set in a society where the state “relieves” parents of the “burden” of raising children, the film examines the illusion of freedom and fairness at the expense of humanity’s most essential bonds.
During production, Evan reviews the shooting script with actress Holland Taylor.
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2025 Annual Report
Moving Picture Institute
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2025 Annual Report
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