Last Friday, the MPI Original feature Motherland made its world premiere as an official selection of the Omaha Film Festival, where it earned an honorable mention for Best Feature Film. The film’s impact was undeniable, drawing an overwhelmingly positive response from audiences.

With a sold-out screening, the audience remained fully engaged, reacting with emotion throughout. The connection between the film and its viewers was unmistakable.

During the Q&A session following Motherland, director Evan Matthews and screenwriter Nicole Roewe eagerly shared their thoughts, answered questions, and reflected on the film’s emotional weight.

At its core, Motherland is a story of motherhood, family, redemption, and rebellion—an exploration of the resilience of the human spirit in the face of oppression and control. Based on the overwhelming audience reaction, the film resonated deeply, with viewers from all backgrounds seeing their own experiences and values reflected on screen.

To learn more about the making of Motherland, tune in to Omaha’s daily morning podcast, OMAPOD, where Evan and Nicole discuss their creative process and share behind-the-scenes insights.

Check out the teaser below for this powerful film and stay up to date on all Motherland news by following the film on Instagram and Facebook.