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About the film

Dear Olivia is a heartwarming story about a couple, Nina and Paul, who are unable to have children. This short story takes us along the couple's adoption journey as they discover the joys and heartbreaks of parenthood.


Starring Mara Shuster-Lefkowitz and Tommy Lee Kirby.

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Inspired by real life events, the story of Paul, Nina, and Olivia came about after the rehabilitation of a feathered friend the producers had taken in prior, named Mariah Canary.

 

Six months after the release of Ms. Canary, Oscar Wild was found injured and abandoned near the nest he called home which was accidentally destroyed by gardeners. The experience of raising several hatchling birds has brought us such immense joy that we wanted to share our story with the world.

News & Events

Follow us on social media, subscribe to the Dear Olivia Youtube channel, and sign up for email notifications here.

 

8.8.2020

Save the date! Check out the WORLD PREMIERE of Dear Olivia's musical film GUARDIAN, online, virtually, from anywhere in the world 8/15 and 8/16. Admission is on the house, but donations to WIFM Pittsburgh are always a great way of saying THANK YOU for their ongoing support for women in film. Check out their website and/or facebook page for details on screenings.

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7.10.2020

We are SO excited to announce Dear Olivia's official selection (and world premiere) at the Women in Film and Media Pittsburgh (WIFMP) Festival 2020! More details on the WIFM facebook page

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3.20.2020

It’s such an incredible feeling to contribute to a great cause like DTFA and make a difference in someone’s life. Our film's message about adoption is beginning to reach audiences farther than the screen. Happy March from all of us!

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2.14.2020

FUNDRAISING GOAL MET! Thank you to everyone who supported our post-production goal. We are beyond thrilled to share that more than half of our proceeds were donated to the Dave Thomas Association for Adoption.

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11.07.2019

Subscribe to watch behind the scenes and the making of Dear Olivia premiering November 7th on the Dear Olivia Youtube channel.

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11.04.2019

Dear Olivia supports nonprofits including The Oasis Sanctuary, Wild Bird Fund, and The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.

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Click here to learn more about our pledge and how you can help.

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11.01.2019

Be part of the journey on social media @DearOliviaFilm on Facebook and Instagram  

6.02.2019

Getting to know Oscar aka "Olivia" Wild. Head over to the Dear Olivia Youtube channel for more behind the scenes and all things Oscar!

6.05.2019

We are beyond proud to announce that Mara Shuster-Lefkowitz won Best Supporting Actress for 26 Pebbles at the Valley Theatre Awards!

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6.01.2019

Dear Olivia is on facebook @DearOliviaFilm 

9.2.2020

Congratulations to our cast and crew, Dear Olivia has made the Official Selection again! See the LOS ANGELES PREMIERE of Dear Olivia's musical film GUARDIAN, this September, online! Access to the series of films via LiftOff Los Angeles is $10. Visit the  LiftOff LA  facebook page for more details!

 

Link: facebook.com/LosAngelesLiftOff

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