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, which explores the humorous and unique dynamics of a married couple, is set for release in late June 2026.
The story follows a wife who falls in love with a new voice her husband has developed, leading to an improved intimate life but also intense jealousy from the husband toward his own voice. The couple seeks therapy to address the disconnect between the husband's persona and this new identity. Ultimately, they reach an honest understanding, realizing that while the voice is a fantasy they can occasionally enjoy—and perhaps expand upon with other personas—their real love remains the foundation of their relationship.
Dr. Holstein stated, 'Both myself and my husband, Dr. Russell Holstein, are very excited about the film. The film developed in our minds as we found ourselves reacting to some things that happened to ourselves. Without giving the plot away, let me just say that 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. And this is so important as most people in a relationship really hope it can work.'
The film is described as a lighthearted romp that uses an unusual scenario to explore real themes of honesty and fantasy within a marriage. Dr. Holstein added, 'This film makes clear how some amount of confusion can also lead to fun and challenges that can be handled. In fact, get ready to laugh your way through this film. It is funny and reveals how some of life's romantic difficulties can be handled and better understood.'
In conjunction with the film release, Dr. Holstein is offering a free ebook version of her book 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, 2nd Edition' on June 28 and 29, 2026. The book explores the struggles and desires of young women in the 1960s, focusing on the complexities of sexuality, identity, and self-discovery. It introduces readers to three college students navigating the intricacies of their sexual energies and paths to their futures. The ebook is available at no charge at Amazon.
Dr. Holstein is known for wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in engaging media forms, including six bestselling award-winning books, four self-esteem workbooks for girls, award-winning films, podcasts, dedicated websites, stage plays, and TED-style talks. Her latest workbook for kids, 'Secrets,' achieved bestseller status in the 'Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression' category. She also created The Selfie Showcase, a project that allows young people ages 13 to 18 to voice their opinions on important subjects via selfie videos. More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at selfiefilmmakers.com.
Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations can be found on YouTube, Vimeo, and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled 'The Enchanted Self Presents.' Her primary website is enchantedself.com. Dr. Holstein is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey, with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.
