Film Breakdown of ”Pie In The Sky” with Director Maria Gobetti and Producer Eric Ronn

My guests today are director Maria Gobetti, the director of the incredible film, Pie In The Sky. She has directed over 80 plays, including My Old Friends by Norman Sachs and Mel Mandel. Maria is the Director of the Gobetti-Ormeny Acting Studio, coaches at various major studios, and teaches at the New York Film Academy.

She worked as both director and coach at Hanna-Barbera. A member of the Directors’ Guild of America, she has directed for Disney, where she also coached The New Mickey Mouse Club Show.  Maria is a member of Women In Film and Women In Theatre. 

And Eric Ronn, the producer of acclaimed feature film Pie In The Sky has success in writing and producing multiple award-winning shorts and a play showcased at the Victory Theatre and collaborating with Jay Leno's Garage on the Hot Wheels Legends Tour.

Today, they are here to discuss their brilliant film Pie In The Sky, starring K Callan and Laurie O’Brien.

Ladies and gentlemen, At the heart of this film PIE IN THE SKY is Dory, a 65-year-old woman, and her vivacious 85-year-old mother, Margaret. The film unfolds on a significant day—Dory's birthday—as Margaret decides to bake an apple pie using a treasured family recipe. Through the simple act of baking, Margaret shares not only the secret to a perfect pie but also imparts the essence of a life well-lived. It’s a narrative rich in love, self-discovery, and the transformative power of family traditions.

Pie in the Sky is more than just a film; it's a celebration of togetherness, reflection, and the unspoken lessons learned in the warmth of a kitchen. It's a story that resonates with its audience, reminding us of all the priceless life lessons and unbreakable bonds that are often formed in the most ordinary of settings. #film #cinema #filmmaker #filmmaking #filmdirector #filmproducer #cinematography #theatre #theater #actor #liveperformance #oneactplay #theatreplay