Queen Mimi (2016)

In the captivating tale of Queen Mimi, witness the extraordinary journey of Marie "Mimi" Haist, a woman who found her palace in the most unlikely of places - a Santa Monica laundromat. Disheartened by her husband's infidelity, Mimi courageously ventured onto the streets in her 50s, making her home amidst the concrete and chaos. However, fate led her to a humble sanctuary one stormy evening – a laundromat, nestled between rows of humming washers. Welcomed by the warm-hearted laundry owner, Mimi spent over two decades in the laundromat, her vivacious spirit and 'the past is the past' philosophy rendering her an endearing fixture to the regular clientele. Embracing a life adorned with a passion for pink and a refusal to look back, Mimi's vibrant journey took her from the harsh reality of homelessness to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's red carpets. Over the course of five years, Yaniv Rokah, a barista, actor, and director working across the street, captured Mimi's inspiring story on film. Throughout her journey, Mimi cultivated a unique circle of companions, from local patrons to Hollywood A-listers such as Zach Galifianakis and Renee Zellweger. Now at the age of 89, Mimi stands as an unlikely hero, a testament to resilience and optimism, reminding us all to never surrender, to never stop reaching for the stars, no matter where we find ourselves. Queen Mimi is not just a film; it's a celebration of an indomitable spirit that found its home amidst the spin cycles of life.

Queen Mimi is a documentary movie featuring Marie Elizabeth Haist and directed by Yaniv Rokah.

Queen Mimi is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Filmzie, Kanopy, Plex, Plex Player, Popflick, Reveel and Tubi TV and it's also available on FlixFling.

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