Lipstick. Meet. Pig.
New York City, New York | Film Short
Drama, Comedy
After facing her 100th rejection, a timid, aspiring romance novelist must live vicariously through her salacious characters, or lose her chance to become published. Lipstick. Meet. Pig. deals with wealth disparity, gender power dynamics, and just how far you're willing to go to achieve your dreams.
Lipstick. Meet. Pig.
New York City, New York | Film Short
Drama, Comedy
1 Campaigns | New York, United States
339 supporters | followers
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After facing her 100th rejection, a timid, aspiring romance novelist must live vicariously through her salacious characters, or lose her chance to become published. Lipstick. Meet. Pig. deals with wealth disparity, gender power dynamics, and just how far you're willing to go to achieve your dreams.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Lipstick. Meet. Pig. was born out of a desire to take creative control of my career. As an actor/singer/dancer, I've spent my whole life on-stage and on-set performing someone else's lines in someone else's show. After eight years of waiting tables in New York and auditioning, I felt burnt out and unsatisfied.
I waited on tables... I waited in line at auditions... I waited for pigs to fly. I'm done waiting - which is why I decided to take matters into my own hands and write my own story. Thus, Lipstick. Meet. Pig. was born!
I knew that I wanted to tell stories about morally ambiguous characters that explore the depths of the human condition. L.M.P. is inspired by my experience working in the service industry and the many fascinating characters I’ve met. This feminist dark comedy tackles wealth disparity, gender power dynamics, and what one is willing to sacrifice to achieve their dreams.
The Mission
At its core, Lipstick. Meet. Pig. is about a woman struggling to achieve her dreams and realize her full potential as a person and artist. Her desperation pushes her to explore the boundaries of feminism, parameters of equality, and edges of equity. Battling between timidity and tenacity, she might just discover who she really is. Lipstick. Meet. Pig. is a universal story: Dreams are expensive - how much are you willing to pay?
Why Now?
At a time when DEI is being attacked, women's stories, especially in the workforce, are more important than ever. Sexism and misogyny are openly on the rise and women face scrutiny no matter what choice we make. Lipstick. Meet. Pig. is not only a commentary on the times, but an act of defiance.
Plus, our team of producers is incredibly diverse - with 9 of the 12 being women. Both the writers and co-directors are of the AAPI community, with Olivia being part-Filipina and Isaac being part-Japanese. We have producers representing multiple ethnicities and the cast & creative crew will also be diverse and inclusive.
Meet The Team
Olivia Hansen - Co-Writer. Co-Director. Executive Producer. Actor.
Olivia graduated with her BFA in Music Theatre from The Hartt School and lives in NYC. She’s performed both on-stage and screen with her work appearing on HBO Max, Amazon Prime, and most recently, Netflix’s Biggest Heist Ever. She also recently starred in a TV pilot and shot a L’Oreal Commercial.
She’s ecstatic to bring this story to life after drawing from her real-world experience working with the upper echelon of NYC. She will play the lead role of Caroline in Lipstick. Meet. Pig.
Isaac Hirotsu Woofter - Co-Writer. Co-Director. Executive Producer.
Isaac is a NYC-based actor and filmmaker. He wrote the screenplay for Steven Seagal's action movie, THE BUSHIDO BUTCHER, for Shadow Box Pictures and Aldamisa Entertainment. His crime drama/thriller BOUND released on streamers and select theaters on May 16th. Isaac’s work has been selected in dozens of festivals, received countless nominations, and won 11 awards.
As an actor, Isaac’s played numerous lead and title roles, including the Tony award-winning Broadway show WAR HORSE. In 2008, he was nominated alongside Patrick Stewart, for Best Supporting Actor in a Shakespeare Play.
Isaac received his BA from UCDavis, his MFA from Columbia University, and studies at the Jacob Krueger Studio.
Dana Rose Eisman - Associate Producer. Actor.
Dana is a born and bred New Yorker hailing from the Upper West Side, where she attended LaGuardia H.S. as a Vocal Major. She later graduated from The Hartt School with a BFA in Musical Theatre. She's been a Lead/Co-Star on AppleTV, Amazon, and ID. Dana is also featured in ads on NBC, ABC, and Hulu. She played multiple characters in a musical production of The Berenstain Bears that toured internationally.
Additionally Dana is also an educator: she teaches Pre-K where she focuses her curriculum around the arts. As well as being an AP, Dana will play the role of Zoe.
Kristian Otero - Editor
Kristian is an award-winning editor based in New York City with fifteen years of experience in feature films, documentaries, and television. His work has been released theatrically and on major streaming platforms with close to two dozen shorts and five feature films.
Wishlist
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Cast
Costs $3,500
Help us pay our wonderful talent. Funds will also help us secure some bigger name actors!
Location
Costs $3,000
We need some pretty fancy locations! Some include: a fancy restaurant, a fancy apartment, a not so fancy apartment, & an office space.
Costumes, Props, Set Decoration, Craft Services
Costs $3,000
We have a lot of people to dress and to feed! Not to mention, the lipstick budget...
Post-Production
Costs $10,000
We'll need to edit, sound design, and color this baby! Then on to the festivals...
Share this update!
About This Team
Olivia Hansen - Co-Writer. Co-Director. Executive Producer. Lead Actor.
Olivia graduated with her BFA in Music Theatre from The Hartt School and lives in NYC. She’s performed both on-stage and screen with her work appearing on HBO Max, Amazon Prime, and most recently, Netflix’s Biggest Heist Ever. She also recently starred in a TV pilot and shot a L’Oreal Commercial. She’s ecstatic to bring this story to life after drawing from her real-world experience working with the upper echelon of NYC. She will play the lead role of Caroline in Lipstick. Meet. Pig.
Isaac Hirotsu Woofter - Co-Writer. Co-Director. Executive Producer.
Isaac is a NYC-based actor and filmmaker. He wrote the screenplay for Steven Seagal's action movie, THE BUSHIDO BUTCHER, for Shadow Box Pictures and Aldamisa Entertainment. His crime drama/thriller BOUND drops on streamers and select theaters on May 16. Isaac’s work has been selected in dozens of festivals, received countless nominations, and won 11 awards.
As an actor, Isaac’s played numerous lead and title roles, including the Tony award-winning Broadway show WAR HORSE. In 2008, he was nominated alongside Patrick Stewart, for Best Supporting Actor in a Shakespeare Play. Isaac received his BA from UCDavis, his MFA from Columbia University, and studies at the Jacob Krueger Studio.
Dana Rose Eisman - Associate Producer. Actor.
Dana is a born and bred New Yorker hailing from the Upper West Side, where she attended LaGuardia H.S. as a Vocal Major. She later graduated from The Hartt School with a BFA in Musical Theatre. She's been a Lead/Co-Star on AppleTV, Amazon, and ID. Dana is also featured in ads on NBC, ABC, and Hulu. She played multiple characters in a musical production of The Berenstain Bears that toured internationally. Additionally Dana is also an educator: she teaches Pre-K where she focuses her curriculum around the arts. As well as being an AP, Dana will play the role of Zoe.
Kristian Otero - Editor
Kristian is an award-winning editor based in New York City with fifteen years of experience in feature films, documentaries, and television. His work has been released theatrically and on major streaming platforms with close to two dozen shorts and five feature films.
Jamie Black - Associate Producer
Jamie spent over 25 years as an actor in Chicago before relocating to LA to further his career and pursue stand up comedy. Jamie is a cohost of the Mad And Finally Single podcast. He is an award-winning writer and actor for his solo show It’s My Penis and I’ll Cry If I Want To. He is the cowriter and producer of the upcoming feature film We Want Harold starring Eric Roberts and Miguel Nunez, Jr. He’s worked with numerous theatre companies in Chicago including City Lit Theatre, Buffalo Theatre Ensemble and Habakkuk Theatre. His television credits include Work In Progress, Carl Weber’s The Family Business, and Justice On Trial. He can also be seen in the award-winning web-series Assigned Female At Birth (AFAB).
Maggie Barry - Associate Producer
Maggie recently graduated from Arizona State University with a BM in Musical Theatre. She is currently living in Phoenix, Arizona working as a Stage/Film Actress, Arts Educator, and Digital Storyteller. Maggie has worked on several projects alongside award-winning filmmaker (and her fiancé!), Emilio Miguel Torres as an Assistant Director, Producer, and Editor. Maggie is thrilled to work with Olivia and Isaac on such a powerful short film that deals with incredibly relatable themes.
Allison Love - Associate Producer
Allison is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer who’s been performing since she was a kid. She’s trained at The Florida Conservatory of Music, UCB, The PIT, and BCC. She now brings her sharp wit and big heart to stages all over NYC. Her sold-out solo show tackled topics like sex education in public school. With a background in classical singing and a passion for turning real issues into smart, funny storytelling, Allison is thrilled to be part of the Lipstick. Meet. Pig. production team!
April Wang - Associate Producer
April is a producer and screenwriter with a distinctive background in both Journalism and Film Studies. She holds an MFA in Film and Television Producing from Chapman University and has worked across the U.S., China, and Japan. Her experience spans the production of award-winning short films as well as contributions to the development, distribution, and acquisition of theatrical Chinese-American co-productions. Deeply invested in cross-cultural storytelling, April brings a global perspective to her creative work. She's passionate and excited to help bring L.M.P. to life!
Pamela Hansen - Associate Producer
Pamela is an award-winning volunteer and active community member. Her work includes the Orlando Shakes, Dr. Philips Center for the Performing Arts, Orange County Public Schools, Girl Scouts of Citrus Council, and Orlando Museum of Art. She is thrilled to join the Lipstick. Meet. Pig. team!
Michael Coale Grey - Associate Producer
Michael is a Los Angeles-based actor, singer, and producer. His short film, Weed The People: A Stoner Fantasia on National Themes, was recently selected as part of the 2025 Poor Life Choices Comedy Film Festival. Coming from the musical theater world, he has performed all over the country and can be heard on the Original Cast Recording of Bartram and Hill's, The Theory of Relativity. He's grateful and excited to be helping bring L.M.P. to life!
Ava Marie LaMonica - Associate Producer
Ava is a screenwriter and actress based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Ava has lived the majority of her life in Staten Island, NY, with over 15 years of dedicated training in musical theatre and drama, cultivating a deep expertise in both stage and screen performances. As a screenwriter, Ava has garnered recognition for her biographical screenplay, The Chain, earning her a quarterfinalist award in The Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards.
Kathe Emmanuel - Associate Producer
Kathe is a NYC based screenwriter, director, and producer. She has been published on Literary Veganism as a poet. She attended Saint Francis College with a BA in Communication Arts. She is co-producer for her production company, Crush Studios.
Claudia Saavedra - Associate Producer
Claudia is a comedic actress, writer, and producer based in the UK. Her debut play premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and was nominated for the David MacLennan Award; her second toured the UK to critical acclaim. A former Artist in Residence at Flintlock Theatre, supported by The Oxford Playhouse, Claudia has appeared in Comedy Central’s Flaps and co-wrote the pilot Mothers, which was selected for the second round of the annual BBC Comedy Competition. She is excited to join the production team at Lipstick. Meet. Pig.
Kuma Bear - Associate Pawducer
Kuma is a Black & Tan Shiba Inu who trained at the Good Girls Academy in NYC. She specializes in nose boops, cheese tax collection, and getting scratchies from Mama and Papa. She is thrilled to help L.M.P. - as long as it doesn’t interfere with her nap schedule or her playtime.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Lipstick. Meet. Pig. was born out of a desire to take creative control of my career. As an actor/singer/dancer, I've spent my whole life on-stage and on-set performing someone else's lines in someone else's show. After eight years of waiting tables in New York and auditioning, I felt burnt out and unsatisfied.
I waited on tables... I waited in line at auditions... I waited for pigs to fly. I'm done waiting - which is why I decided to take matters into my own hands and write my own story. Thus, Lipstick. Meet. Pig. was born!
I knew that I wanted to tell stories about morally ambiguous characters that explore the depths of the human condition. L.M.P. is inspired by my experience working in the service industry and the many fascinating characters I’ve met. This feminist dark comedy tackles wealth disparity, gender power dynamics, and what one is willing to sacrifice to achieve their dreams.
The Mission
At its core, Lipstick. Meet. Pig. is about a woman struggling to achieve her dreams and realize her full potential as a person and artist. Her desperation pushes her to explore the boundaries of feminism, parameters of equality, and edges of equity. Battling between timidity and tenacity, she might just discover who she really is. Lipstick. Meet. Pig. is a universal story: Dreams are expensive - how much are you willing to pay?
Why Now?
At a time when DEI is being attacked, women's stories, especially in the workforce, are more important than ever. Sexism and misogyny are openly on the rise and women face scrutiny no matter what choice we make. Lipstick. Meet. Pig. is not only a commentary on the times, but an act of defiance.
Plus, our team of producers is incredibly diverse - with 9 of the 12 being women. Both the writers and co-directors are of the AAPI community, with Olivia being part-Filipina and Isaac being part-Japanese. We have producers representing multiple ethnicities and the cast & creative crew will also be diverse and inclusive.
Meet The Team
Olivia Hansen - Co-Writer. Co-Director. Executive Producer. Actor.
Olivia graduated with her BFA in Music Theatre from The Hartt School and lives in NYC. She’s performed both on-stage and screen with her work appearing on HBO Max, Amazon Prime, and most recently, Netflix’s Biggest Heist Ever. She also recently starred in a TV pilot and shot a L’Oreal Commercial.
She’s ecstatic to bring this story to life after drawing from her real-world experience working with the upper echelon of NYC. She will play the lead role of Caroline in Lipstick. Meet. Pig.
Isaac Hirotsu Woofter - Co-Writer. Co-Director. Executive Producer.
Isaac is a NYC-based actor and filmmaker. He wrote the screenplay for Steven Seagal's action movie, THE BUSHIDO BUTCHER, for Shadow Box Pictures and Aldamisa Entertainment. His crime drama/thriller BOUND released on streamers and select theaters on May 16th. Isaac’s work has been selected in dozens of festivals, received countless nominations, and won 11 awards.
As an actor, Isaac’s played numerous lead and title roles, including the Tony award-winning Broadway show WAR HORSE. In 2008, he was nominated alongside Patrick Stewart, for Best Supporting Actor in a Shakespeare Play.
Isaac received his BA from UCDavis, his MFA from Columbia University, and studies at the Jacob Krueger Studio.
Dana Rose Eisman - Associate Producer. Actor.
Dana is a born and bred New Yorker hailing from the Upper West Side, where she attended LaGuardia H.S. as a Vocal Major. She later graduated from The Hartt School with a BFA in Musical Theatre. She's been a Lead/Co-Star on AppleTV, Amazon, and ID. Dana is also featured in ads on NBC, ABC, and Hulu. She played multiple characters in a musical production of The Berenstain Bears that toured internationally.
Additionally Dana is also an educator: she teaches Pre-K where she focuses her curriculum around the arts. As well as being an AP, Dana will play the role of Zoe.
Kristian Otero - Editor
Kristian is an award-winning editor based in New York City with fifteen years of experience in feature films, documentaries, and television. His work has been released theatrically and on major streaming platforms with close to two dozen shorts and five feature films.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast
Costs $3,500
Help us pay our wonderful talent. Funds will also help us secure some bigger name actors!
Location
Costs $3,000
We need some pretty fancy locations! Some include: a fancy restaurant, a fancy apartment, a not so fancy apartment, & an office space.
Costumes, Props, Set Decoration, Craft Services
Costs $3,000
We have a lot of people to dress and to feed! Not to mention, the lipstick budget...
Post-Production
Costs $10,000
We'll need to edit, sound design, and color this baby! Then on to the festivals...
Share this update!
About This Team
Olivia Hansen - Co-Writer. Co-Director. Executive Producer. Lead Actor.
Olivia graduated with her BFA in Music Theatre from The Hartt School and lives in NYC. She’s performed both on-stage and screen with her work appearing on HBO Max, Amazon Prime, and most recently, Netflix’s Biggest Heist Ever. She also recently starred in a TV pilot and shot a L’Oreal Commercial. She’s ecstatic to bring this story to life after drawing from her real-world experience working with the upper echelon of NYC. She will play the lead role of Caroline in Lipstick. Meet. Pig.
Isaac Hirotsu Woofter - Co-Writer. Co-Director. Executive Producer.
Isaac is a NYC-based actor and filmmaker. He wrote the screenplay for Steven Seagal's action movie, THE BUSHIDO BUTCHER, for Shadow Box Pictures and Aldamisa Entertainment. His crime drama/thriller BOUND drops on streamers and select theaters on May 16. Isaac’s work has been selected in dozens of festivals, received countless nominations, and won 11 awards.
As an actor, Isaac’s played numerous lead and title roles, including the Tony award-winning Broadway show WAR HORSE. In 2008, he was nominated alongside Patrick Stewart, for Best Supporting Actor in a Shakespeare Play. Isaac received his BA from UCDavis, his MFA from Columbia University, and studies at the Jacob Krueger Studio.
Dana Rose Eisman - Associate Producer. Actor.
Dana is a born and bred New Yorker hailing from the Upper West Side, where she attended LaGuardia H.S. as a Vocal Major. She later graduated from The Hartt School with a BFA in Musical Theatre. She's been a Lead/Co-Star on AppleTV, Amazon, and ID. Dana is also featured in ads on NBC, ABC, and Hulu. She played multiple characters in a musical production of The Berenstain Bears that toured internationally. Additionally Dana is also an educator: she teaches Pre-K where she focuses her curriculum around the arts. As well as being an AP, Dana will play the role of Zoe.
Kristian Otero - Editor
Kristian is an award-winning editor based in New York City with fifteen years of experience in feature films, documentaries, and television. His work has been released theatrically and on major streaming platforms with close to two dozen shorts and five feature films.
Jamie Black - Associate Producer
Jamie spent over 25 years as an actor in Chicago before relocating to LA to further his career and pursue stand up comedy. Jamie is a cohost of the Mad And Finally Single podcast. He is an award-winning writer and actor for his solo show It’s My Penis and I’ll Cry If I Want To. He is the cowriter and producer of the upcoming feature film We Want Harold starring Eric Roberts and Miguel Nunez, Jr. He’s worked with numerous theatre companies in Chicago including City Lit Theatre, Buffalo Theatre Ensemble and Habakkuk Theatre. His television credits include Work In Progress, Carl Weber’s The Family Business, and Justice On Trial. He can also be seen in the award-winning web-series Assigned Female At Birth (AFAB).
Maggie Barry - Associate Producer
Maggie recently graduated from Arizona State University with a BM in Musical Theatre. She is currently living in Phoenix, Arizona working as a Stage/Film Actress, Arts Educator, and Digital Storyteller. Maggie has worked on several projects alongside award-winning filmmaker (and her fiancé!), Emilio Miguel Torres as an Assistant Director, Producer, and Editor. Maggie is thrilled to work with Olivia and Isaac on such a powerful short film that deals with incredibly relatable themes.
Allison Love - Associate Producer
Allison is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer who’s been performing since she was a kid. She’s trained at The Florida Conservatory of Music, UCB, The PIT, and BCC. She now brings her sharp wit and big heart to stages all over NYC. Her sold-out solo show tackled topics like sex education in public school. With a background in classical singing and a passion for turning real issues into smart, funny storytelling, Allison is thrilled to be part of the Lipstick. Meet. Pig. production team!
April Wang - Associate Producer
April is a producer and screenwriter with a distinctive background in both Journalism and Film Studies. She holds an MFA in Film and Television Producing from Chapman University and has worked across the U.S., China, and Japan. Her experience spans the production of award-winning short films as well as contributions to the development, distribution, and acquisition of theatrical Chinese-American co-productions. Deeply invested in cross-cultural storytelling, April brings a global perspective to her creative work. She's passionate and excited to help bring L.M.P. to life!
Pamela Hansen - Associate Producer
Pamela is an award-winning volunteer and active community member. Her work includes the Orlando Shakes, Dr. Philips Center for the Performing Arts, Orange County Public Schools, Girl Scouts of Citrus Council, and Orlando Museum of Art. She is thrilled to join the Lipstick. Meet. Pig. team!
Michael Coale Grey - Associate Producer
Michael is a Los Angeles-based actor, singer, and producer. His short film, Weed The People: A Stoner Fantasia on National Themes, was recently selected as part of the 2025 Poor Life Choices Comedy Film Festival. Coming from the musical theater world, he has performed all over the country and can be heard on the Original Cast Recording of Bartram and Hill's, The Theory of Relativity. He's grateful and excited to be helping bring L.M.P. to life!
Ava Marie LaMonica - Associate Producer
Ava is a screenwriter and actress based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Ava has lived the majority of her life in Staten Island, NY, with over 15 years of dedicated training in musical theatre and drama, cultivating a deep expertise in both stage and screen performances. As a screenwriter, Ava has garnered recognition for her biographical screenplay, The Chain, earning her a quarterfinalist award in The Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards.
Kathe Emmanuel - Associate Producer
Kathe is a NYC based screenwriter, director, and producer. She has been published on Literary Veganism as a poet. She attended Saint Francis College with a BA in Communication Arts. She is co-producer for her production company, Crush Studios.
Claudia Saavedra - Associate Producer
Claudia is a comedic actress, writer, and producer based in the UK. Her debut play premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and was nominated for the David MacLennan Award; her second toured the UK to critical acclaim. A former Artist in Residence at Flintlock Theatre, supported by The Oxford Playhouse, Claudia has appeared in Comedy Central’s Flaps and co-wrote the pilot Mothers, which was selected for the second round of the annual BBC Comedy Competition. She is excited to join the production team at Lipstick. Meet. Pig.
Kuma Bear - Associate Pawducer
Kuma is a Black & Tan Shiba Inu who trained at the Good Girls Academy in NYC. She specializes in nose boops, cheese tax collection, and getting scratchies from Mama and Papa. She is thrilled to help L.M.P. - as long as it doesn’t interfere with her nap schedule or her playtime.