Exciting News: Tinker Coffee Joins as a Partner!

We have some thrilling news to share! We are beyond excited to announce that Tinker Coffee has joined us as a partner on our journey to bring "The Fat Lady - She Just Wanted to be Called by Her Name" to life. They generously donated a 5 oz bag of their amazing coffee, and let me tell you, it has made a world of difference on set.

As any filmmaker will tell you, long days on set can be challenging. But with the support of Tinker Coffee, our crew and cast are happy and energized, ready to tackle each scene with enthusiasm and dedication. Coffee is an essential part of our filming routine, giving us the perfect boost to keep spirits high and creativity flowing.

Tinker Coffee's donation is a testament to the power of community support in making indie films possible. We are incredibly grateful for their contribution and thrilled to have such a fantastic local business backing our project.

To our amazing cast and crew, thank you for your hard work and dedication. And to Tinker Coffee, thank you for fueling our passion and helping us bring this story to life. Your support means everything to us.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue filming, and don't forget to check out Tinker Coffee if you need a delicious pick-me-up. You can visit their website at Tinker Coffee and see what all the buzz is about!

Thank you all for your ongoing support. We couldn't do this without you!

With gratitude,

Rita Avellar

The Fat Lady - Filming Day #5: A Memorable Milestone at Ann's Restaurant

Last Saturday, July 6th was our fifth day of filming for "The Fat Lady - She Just Wanted to be Called by Her Name," and it took place at the lovely Ann's Restaurant. The day consisted of about 6 hours of filming, an hour for lunch, and two hours for decorating and unpacking. I had only slept for four hours the night before, trying to put everything together, knowing it would be a long day with one of the biggest scenes involving many actors and extras.

That's a wrap!

Despite the challenges, we pulled it off perfectly. There was something in the air on this day that I couldn’t quite explain—a feeling of happiness and accomplishment. I wasn’t the only one feeling it; right after we wrapped up, I received messages from everyone sharing the same sentiment. There was something special about the day, a great sense of achievement.

This incredible day wouldn’t have been possible without the help and support of each cast and crew member, as well as local businesses like Ann's Restaurant, which kindly provided us with the location. Special thanks to the owner, Diana, who not only offered the space but also played one of the extras! 😉

As we continue this journey, we still need donations to complete the entire process of making this film. Please visit www.thefatladyfilm.com/donate and support us. With three more days of filming to go, we need your collaboration to bring this story to life.

Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this project so far. Your support means the world to us!

Stay tuned for more updates,

Rita

Halfway There: The Journey of Filming "The Fat Lady - She Just Wanted to Be Called by Her Name"

Hi all! This is Rita Avellar, the writer and director of The Fat Lady - She Just Wanted to Be Called by Her Name. I can't believe that I am writing this post to tell you that we have completed 4 out of 8 days of filming already. Yay!!

Filming Day # 4

It is not easy to make an indie movie, but we are doing it! We've had 4 days of shooting, 6 different locations, and a dedicated team of actors and crew. Taking care of, organizing, directing, and making this happen is no joke—kudos to us! Here you can see how fun (and crazy) this experience has been so far!

Do you want to help us? Go to this link and make a tax-deductible donation or a PayPal donation. Also, share with a friend or local business that would love to be part of this community-minded project, just like all these collaborators have done.