A new short
(and sweet) film.
It doesn't matter that it's winter in Iowa. (Or that the women are on the cusp of 80.) CLARA thinks a Hawaiian-themed blind date will be the perfect way for her and roommate Bertie to find new husbands. BERTIE, on the other hand, thinks it's the worst idea in the history of bad ideas. What's wrong with eating Ben and Jerry's right out of the carton and watching Wheel of Fortune like they usually do? But just before their dates arrive, both have a change of heart.
We're taking it on the road!
We're currently on the film festival circuit, sharing our story with audiences all over the country.
We love hearing your stories after you watch ours! But all this traveling is expensive. If you'd like to help by making a contribution, we'd be grateful. Scan Venmo QRC below or search on Venmo @katydiditfilms
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The Team
ELLEN GERSTEIN is"Bertie"
MADONNA YOUNG MAGEE is "Clara"
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Writer/Director: KATY DORE
Executive Producer: KATY DORE
Executive Producer: STEVE DAVIS
Cinematographer: NOLAN ENGLUND
First AD: MIA MOLLICONE
Script Supervisor: MARINA LIBEL
Sound Mixer: REBECCA BURGESS
Editor: EILEEN de KLERK
Music Editor: REANNE de KLERK
Original Music: DARRELL AQUINO
Wardrobe Supervision: DEE GRAHAM
A little film requires a lot of talented people. We've assembled an uber-talented group of entertainment professionals to make this movie. Click on their names above and see just how incredible these people truly are.
Success Stories!
"Charmingly real!"
"Make this into a series!"
"I love these two. Give me more!"
Festival Viewer Comments
Katy Dore, Writer/Director with Ellen Gerstein, "Bertie" and Madonna Young Magee "Clara"
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Media Downloads
Bertie (Ellen Gerstein) tries to convince Clara (Madonna Young Magee) that a blind date is a bad idea.
Clara (Madonna Young Magee) and Bertie (Ellen Gerstein) find the meaning of "Aloha"
Clara (Madonna Young Magee) and Bertie (Ellen Gerstein) get excited for what's to come.