Director's Statement
I've always been inspired by films that connect with viewers emotionally. So while writing Sexy Grandma, I wanted to explore the character's relationships in a comedic yet dramatic way. We also often times see an older mentor showing a younger person how to grow and overcome a blind spot in their life. For this story I thought it would be interesting to flip that dynamic around, especially since there's an intergenerational gap between characters. Regarding themes I wanted to explore a number of ideas including grief, regret, mortality, resiliency, and forgiveness. The film was shot last year and the schedule moved at a brisk pace. Juggling all the preproduction, schedules, and other challenges with a limited budget is an all too common dilemma. This project was no exception, but with a small cast and crew everyone came together to pitch in, often times wearing multiple hats. I'm so appreciative of their many contributions, and I hope audiences enjoy the film.
Jonathan Wolfe - Director/Writer/Producer
Jonathan Wolfe is a Los Angeles based filmmaker who has a background in various post production disciplines. As a motion graphic artist he has contributed to films such as The Time Traveler’s Wife, Easy A, Love and Monsters, Muppets Most Wanted, Fast Five, as well as numerous other film and television projects big and small. He is currently focused on writing and directing and has a passion for stories that move, surprise, and entertain audiences.
Director's Statement
I've always been inspired by films that connect with viewers emotionally. So while writing Sexy Grandma, I wanted to explore the character's relationships in a comedic yet dramatic way. We also often times see an older mentor showing a younger person how to grow and overcome a blind spot in their life. For this story I thought it would be interesting to flip that dynamic around, especially since there's an intergenerational gap between characters. Regarding themes I wanted to explore a number of ideas including grief, regret, mortality, resiliency, and forgiveness. The film was shot last year and the schedule moved at a brisk pace. Juggling all the preproduction, schedules, and other challenges with a limited budget is an all too common dilemma. This project was no exception, but with a small cast and crew everyone came together to pitch in, often times wearing multiple hats. I'm so appreciative of their many contributions, and I hope audiences enjoy the film.
Jonathan Wolfe - Director/Writer/Producer
Jonathan Wolfe is a Los Angeles based filmmaker who has a background in various post production disciplines. As a motion graphic artist he has contributed to films such as The Time Traveler’s Wife, Easy A, Love and Monsters, Muppets Most Wanted, Fast Five, as well as numerous other film and television projects big and small. He is currently focused on writing and directing and has a passion for stories that move, surprise, and entertain audiences.
