My Fake Baby is a documentary that follows women who collect and care for lifelike baby dolls known as reborns. These women, known as reborn mommies, treat their dolls as if they were real babies, dressing them up, feeding them, and even taking them out in public.
The film explores the emotional reasons behind why these women choose to care for these dolls, delving into themes of loneliness, loss, and the desire for motherhood. It also examines the reactions of others to these women and their dolls, from confusion and judgment to acceptance and understanding.
Through intimate interviews and footage of the women with their dolls, My Fake Baby offers a glimpse into a unique subculture and raises questions about the nature of motherhood, identity, and the ways in which we fulfill our emotional needs.