The Luna Bar commercial shoot was my first introduction to the hard work everyone has to do when filming. I was lucky enough to be offered the part by the director, Mr. Hassan, who liked my audition. Thanks to my mom, I came well prepared to the audition with a red wagon and a toy chain saw--great props for helping me get into my character.
The commercial was shot over two days, all outdoors, at locations in Marin, San Francisco, and San Bruno. I wore my lucky powder blue dress to help show the character’s innocence and sweetness--until, of course, she gets to that tree house which says “NO GIRLS ALLOWED”! Then, it’s goodbye sweetness and hello “I mean business!”
On the set, I met a lot of great people including the photographer Ron, who does studio work in Napa Valley. Ron took lots of pictures of me which you can see on this page; he really captured my different looks and moods during the filming. Thanks, Ron, for reminding me about how intense this role was for me, and for capturing the light-hearted and relaxed times too.
Fun fact: My dad got to act with me in a scene that didn’t make the final cut of the commercial. Below, you can see him reading a newspaper while sitting at a bench. I get to walk past him while he slowly looks up from the paper and has a look of surprise to see a little girl in a powder blue dress hauling a cart with a teddie and chain saw in it. Dad said after that he’s no actor but he gave it the college try.
Luna Bar
I’m looking up at that tree house thinking “Now you’re gonna get it!”
Ron captures my pouty side
“Yea, this movie things a breeze”
Watch out boys! That “No girls allowed” sign is comin’ down!
It’s time to burst out in song during a break in filming
The house in Marin had lots of vegetation. Here I am contemplating a leaf.
Mr. Hassan helps me get my game-face on, so I’m ready to “Bring it!”
Those boys are up there in that tree house!
Mr. Hassan checks his light meter and the camera angle for the dolly shot
Mr. Hassan was a great director, always coaching and encouraging me to do my best
I love the sound the clap board makes
And....action!
Getting ready to do my scene
“Here’s lookin’ at you, kid!”
My dad tries out acting--and doesn’t make the final cut. Hang in there dad!
Filming the final scene in a residential neighborhood in San Bruno
