A recovering alcoholic uses her coming out story in her stand-up act and her therapy sessions to explain her addiction and her relationship with her mother.
Director Statement: I was honored and excited when the writers Suzy Stein and Fernando Perez approached me to direct this movie. I had worked with them before and am moved by their moving stories and subject matter. I was really inspired by their concept of cutting away from the stand-up routine and wanted to lean in to that as a method of comedy story -telling. I am always trying to find unique and entertaining ways to tell stories and connect the audience to the characters. Creating the cut-aways was a delicate balancing act. We had to schedule two cut-away pick up shoots after the edits with place holders to ensure they flow without damaging the pacing. In the end it took longer than we expected, but we had the invaluable luxury of time, and the trust of our executive producers. In the end, the team and I are thrilled with the results, had a wonderful time making Argie Berman and hope everyone enjoys watching it as much as we did making it.
Biography
Fon Davis is a highly accomplished visual storyteller, award winning director, production designer, miniature visual effects artist and founder of Fonco Studios, with a career spanning over three decades. Throughout his illustrious career, Fon has worked on over 40 feature films, countless music videos, commercials, and TV shows, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
Some of Fon's most notable film credits include movies in the Star Wars, Terminator, Jurassic Park, Marvel Cinematic Universe and The Matrix franchises. His meticulous attention to detail and creative vision have contributed to the success of these iconic films, earning him recognition and acclaim among peers and audiences alike.
One of Fon's more recent achievements is his venture into film directing. He has helmed two multi-award-winning shorts: "At the End of the World" and "Rock Inn." These projects showcase Fon's talents behind the camera, demonstrating his ability to craft compelling narratives and evoke powerful performances from actors. In particular, "Rock Inn" features acclaimed actor James Hong, who won Best Actor at the 2023 Vegas Movie Awards for his performance under Fon's direction.
Beyond his contributions to film and television, Fon remains dedicated to inspiring the next generation of artists and creators. Through workshops, lectures, and mentorship programs, he continues to share his expertise and passion for storytelling, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of visual effects, model making, and film directing.