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Synopsis

The film is the story of a Gay Asian male trying to get the nerve to come out to his mother. After struggling with the issue with his ex-girl friend and new boyfriend he attempts to confront his mother. But will he take the next step? Come and see a comedy drama about a boy with a secret that's bursting to come out.

Theiu Co Tat as Nick

Thieu Co(tyco) is a classically
trained musician playing violin, jazz saxophone, clarinet and flute. As a high school student he has performed at many festivals and concerts. When offered the role of Nick he was a little hesitant with regards to the sex scene but finally said yes. He always accepts a challenge to stretch his skills. He is currently a second year student at the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada.

Nicole Sazunic as June

Nicole was an avid actor on the high school stage. She has performed in Romeo And Juliet, The Outsiders, and An Evening of Murder. Her senior year she won an Award for Excellence in Dramatic Arts. She continued to study acting during her first year of University. Toronto is her home and she is a 3rdyear Sociology/Mass Comm major at York University. And yes she really can breathe like that!

Joshua Kreig as Robert

Joshua Kreig is a Toronto filmmaker and actor. This is his first film. He credits his directing talent to date to his Summer Institute of Film and Television(SIFT) workshop with John Greyson. He has taken acting workshops at the Tarragon Theatre and has performed on stage , music video and television commercials. The subject of this film is very important to him and he hopes to maintain the integrity found here throughout his career.

and Ng Mei-Lun as Mom

In her own words Ng Mei-Lun calls herself, "a simple, traditional woman whose ancestors are from a far land called China. I enjoy an extremely meaningful career and I am happily married with a daughter and a dog named "Blue". Although I have not had any previous filming experience, when I was asked by Joshua to take part in the film as the mother of a gay son, I was so delighted that I readily accepted with a thrill and honour." Ng brought a strong level of focus and history to the set that made us appreciate what our parents' struggle with the story would be.

The Producers

Gary Lee(Assoc. Producer)Joshua Kreig(Producer)Ray Fong(Assoc. Producer)

"Mom, I'm Gaining Weight" is the first project of Whale Song Productions and the first collaborative effort of the the guys above. The film was made over a period of 9 months. The project consisted of a cast and crew of aproximately 20 people. Most of who graciously donated their time and talents.

Other Credits

Camera Henry Fong
Edited by Lisa Kettinger
Original Music By Norman Authier
Camera Assistant - Malcolm Hearn
Opening Title Sequence - Robert Lau
Based on story concepts by Nick Vongthavy and Joshua Kreig
Production Manager - Raymond Fong
Set Decorator - Gary Lee, Daniel Oliveira
Makeup Artist/Hairstylist - Rhonda Heffernan
Sound - Gina Lijoi
Gaffer - Henry Fong
Assistant Gaffer - Malcolm Hearn
Props - Raymond Fong, Gary Lee, Nicole Sazunic, Thieu Co Tat
Original Artwork by June Croken
Casting Assistant - Lisa Kettinger, Thieu Co Tat, Dorothy Johnston-Kay
Production Assistant - Kellie Fong, Daniel Oliviera, Daniel Le, Dorothy Johnston-Kay
Craft Services - Raymond Fong
Post Production - EDGE Productions



BIG THANK YOUs TO

John Greyson and
Peter McKeen
Dee Zicarelli
Parker Lim
Bruce Rees
Elva Kellington
Dorothy Johnston-Kay
Megan McKelvey
MacLaren McCann
Alison Simpson