Bestselling author and award-winning filmmaker Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein has announced a special free screening of her new film, I Had An Affair With My Husband, on Wednesday, July 1 at 6 pm at Basie Center Cinemas Theatre in Red Bank, New Jersey. The film, releasing in late June 2026, tells the story of a wife who falls in love with a new voice her husband develops, leading to improved intimacy but intense jealousy from the husband toward his own voice. The couple seeks therapy to navigate this unusual dynamic and ultimately finds an honest understanding that their real love remains foundational, even as they explore fantasies and personas.
Dr. Holstein, a positive psychologist, co-developed the film with her husband, Dr. Russell Holstein, drawing from their own experiences. “Both myself and my husband are very excited about the film,” she stated. “The story that developed was one that we lived through. We were the patients in real life that had to work through what we felt. As psychologists, we ended up believing that there are many facets to romance that are difficult but also can be fun and amazing.” The film is described as a lighthearted romp that uses an unusual scenario to explore themes of honesty and fantasy within marriage.
In conjunction with the film release, Dr. Holstein is offering a free ebook giveaway of Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, 2nd Edition on June 28 and 29, 2026, available at Amazon. The book explores the struggles and desires of young women in the 1960s, focusing on sexuality, identity, and self-discovery. Dr. Holstein, known for wrapping positive psychology concepts in engaging media, has produced six bestselling books, workbooks for girls, award-winning films, podcasts, and stage plays. Her work helps children and parents develop life skills, decision-making, and resilience.
Dr. Holstein’s latest projects include The Selfie Showcase, a platform for young people aged 13 to 18 to express their concerns via selfie videos, accessible at selfiefilmmakers.com. More information about her work is available at enchantedself.com. The film screening is free and open to the public, offering a chance to see Dr. Holstein’s unique approach to exploring relationship dynamics through humor and honesty.
