Olivia, a hopeless romantic, searches for her soulmate with the help of a "true love" token. In the dinner she recurs, she meets Aria, a skeptical waitress, who will have Olivia question her faith in the device and make her realize she has been looking in all the wrong places.
Olivia, a hopeless romantic, searches for her soulmate with the help of a "true love" token. In the dinner she recurs, she meets Aria, a skeptical waitress, who will have Olivia question her faith in the device and make her realize she has been looking in all the wrong places.
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Story
Mission Statement
Vanilla Milkshake is a female-driven film created by Latin and LGBTQ+ filmmakers telling the story of a young woman's path to self-discovery. She searches for love in a world of over-romanticized relationships and must learn that emptiness is not a lack of love, but a lack of self-acceptance.About The Project
Olivia is a hopeless romantic looking for her soulmate in a world where everyone gets a predetermined “true love" token. Each token is individualized and starts off cool, but gets warmer the closer you are to "the one". Olivia frequently visits a popular dinner to increase her chances of matching with someone. She meets Aria, the new waitress who is skeptical of the token system.
Vanilla Milkshake Poster Illustration Art by Zaynah Smith
Aria challenges Olivia’s routine and proceeds to help her meet and flirt with potential life-partners. Aria will introduce Olivia to a world of possibilities she never considered, making Olivia question her faith in the device and her perception of love.
Written & Directed by Ecuadorian filmmaker Dany Flores, Vanilla Milkshake narrates the story of a young woman's journey of self-acceptance, despite the world telling her who they think she should be.
Vanilla Milkshake Poster Design 2 by Roberta Nicastro
Dany drafted an early version of the script in 2017 and it explored different characters. The main element that remained was the "true love" token system. The hopeless romantic in her loved the idea of the simplicity of an almost systematic world where everyone would end up with their soulmate. But we all know that dating isn’t as black and white as Hollywood makes it seem.
In reality, dating has become a system with apps like Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Her, etc. which makes true romance die a little bit every day. It's easier than ever to reject hundreds of people without a second thought. Even though you’re connected and looking for the same thing, no one seems to be able to find it.
The systematic world that these apps introduce has made dating about algorithms and appearances. There is no room to explore personalities when everyone is dating based on looks and matches. At this time in history, we are the most connected then we have ever been, but people seem to feel the loneliest and isolated from others, losing that social touch.
Vanilla Milkshake explores the story of a young woman looking to fill that emptiness with love. It's a film about finding yourself while being surrounded and pressured by systems that tell you who you should be and have in order to be happy.
Dany got to the point in her life where she had everything but didn’t understand why she felt so empty. Like Olivia, she came to the difficult realization that she didn’t know who she was. She thought she knew what she wanted when in reality she was blindly chasing happiness. Dany wasn’t going to find it until she learned to love herself.
Aria knows who she is and doesn’t need anything or anyone tell her what she wants or needs. She became a mirroring reflection of who Dany has become after finding the answers to an empty feeling.
Both characters tell a different story of Dany's life and how she came to terms with who she really is, without letting what others may think or feel affect her.
Limited Edition Art Print by Joe Brottman
People feel the need to fit into specific boxes in order to be accepted. Following the crowd, even if it makes you unhappy, is the trend. When people want to fit in they often settle for someone that may not really be good for them because most people want to find a partner to feel loved, so much so, they miss finding the person that really fulfills and completes them.
Vanilla Milkshake is for all the young people out there who refuse to settle. The ones that dream of something bigger and are passionate about the things they love. Olivia and Aria are both flawed characters who are also loving, witty and charming. Olivia loves and believes. Aria listens and comprehends. They are both young and trying to figure themselves out and help each other in the process.
This story is charming and witty with wonderful characters who deserve to have their story told. The beautiful performances, production design, cinematography, and direction will make it a well-rounded, enjoyable experience that will make YOU fall in love with Olivia, Aria and their story.
Under the production with the team from HOCA Studio and No Usual, we are confident that we will bring you the film that we promised.
Additional Poster Designs by Yeliz Motro
PS: Here's a graph in case you were wondering where our money is going for:
Incentives
$5
Nice Tipper
Seriously though. Every little bit counts! An Instagram SHOUT OUT, informing the masses and our lovely fans that YOU are making Vanilla Milkshake possible…. Yes, YOU.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
-The satisfaction that YOU contributed to a film that you ACTUALLY want to see. How cool is that?
$10
A CHEESY Digital Poster
A super awesome digital version of one of our three ORIGINAL posters of your choice designed by one of our team of ARTISTS.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
$15
#Instamilkshake
We´ll give you a sexy follow on Instagram, we´ll throw you LIKES and comments because yes, we like you <3 and we will post a special SHOUT OUT.
Includes:-Our gratitude
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Follow on Instagram
-LIKES and COMMENTS from us to you <3 on Instagram
-Special SHOUT OUT
$25
VIP (Vanillian Informative Priority)
YOU will get a DIGITAL COPY of Vanilla Milkshake before its public release!
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Digital Copy of Vanilla Milkshake before its release
$50
Director’s PERSONAL Thank YOU
You will receive a PERSONAL thank you video from the ONE AND ONLY Dany Flores.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Digital Copy of Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-Director’s Personal Thank You in a video
$55
Delicious EXCLUSIVE Poster
One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE posters of your choice designed by one of our team of artists. Use it as a wallpaper, a Christmas wrap, a thank-you note, wedding invite, you name it!
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
$65
HOW TO Make A Fake Milkshake Like A PRO
Have you ever wondered how the milkshakes look so fresh all the time on film? Well, we will send you our one and only secret recipe, so you can do your own too!
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-HOW TO make your own fake Milkshake secret recipe
$75
TASTY SIGNED Poster
TASTY SIGNED Poster
One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE posters of your choice designed by one of our team of artists SIGNED BY THE ONE AND ONLY Dany Flores, our director.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters of your choice
-A TASTY Poster SIGNED BY DANY
$85
Special THANK YOU in Credits
You will get a special shout out in our credits because YOU made it happen and we are so grateful of YOU.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Special THANK YOU in final credits
$99
A Dany to GO
You will receive the ORIGINAL Director’s copy of the script AND it will have Dany’s amazing signature on it!!!! THIS IS UNIQUE. ONE PIECE. ONE. UNO. AND THEN FINITO. AND SHE IS SUPER COOL SO BUY IT. OKAY? OKAY.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-An original script signed copy of the director and creator of Vanilla Milkshake Dany Flores
Sold Out!
$150
Delicious poster SIGNED by the CAST!
Signed by either our amazing Youtuber Haley Raines or the beautiful and charming Victoria Baxter!
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of the three EXCLUSIVE posters signed by either Haley Raines or Victoria Baxter (HOW AWESOME IS THAT?!)
$200
Be EXTRAordinary !!
Would you like to be on the other side of the camera? NOW IS YOUR CHANCE! Be extra for a day and join us on this amazing journey!! (ATLANTA only!)
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-The satisfaction that YOU not only contributed to but also ACTED ON a film that you ACTUALLY want to see.
$250
LEGEN-DAIRY Associate Producer credit
An associate producer credit coming right up! Just for you.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Associate Producer credit for the short film
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-Satisfaction for having such a cool title
-Automatically becomes the "cool" friend*
*not guaranteed. Depends on how cool your other friends are.
$300
My Milkshake Brings All the Boys to the BAR
AY AY AY!!!! YOU are invited to a fun night in town with the director, the producers and the director of photography of Vanilla Milkshake! Jokes, advice, laughs, Latino moves and milkshakes on us in Atlanta!!
*Travel not included if you are not an Atlanta local. If you are not planning on making a trip, we will pop on Skype and talk about anything you want!
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Associate Producer credit for the short film
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-A very fun NIGHT OUT WITH THE EXECUTIVES
-A hug from all of them
$600
Learn ‘em Producing Skills
A one-on-one tutorial Producing Master Class with an Emmy-winner director and producer.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-An educational workshop with our amazing director Dany Flores and the awesome award-winning producer Thang Ho with basics of Movie Magic and Studio Binder and industry insights for beginning filmmakers.
$650
SHINE like a STAR
You will receive an incredible full headshots session along with the experience of a full makeup session and modeling advice from an international model!*
*Travel not included if you are not an Atlanta local.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Associate Producer credit for the short film
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-Makeup session with a super cool Make-up artist
-Studio shoot
-Modeling session with international model
$750
Executive Producer "(Insert YOUR name here)"
WHAT?!? Yes, YOU WILL BE a part of it. We will consult you for decisions and all that good stuff.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Executive Producer credit for the short film
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-ENORMOUS satisfaction for having such an awesome title
-Automatically becomes the "COOLEST" friend*
*again, not guaranteed. Depends on how cool your other friends are.
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$5
Nice Tipper
Seriously though. Every little bit counts! An Instagram SHOUT OUT, informing the masses and our lovely fans that YOU are making Vanilla Milkshake possible…. Yes, YOU.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
-The satisfaction that YOU contributed to a film that you ACTUALLY want to see. How cool is that?
$10
A CHEESY Digital Poster
A super awesome digital version of one of our three ORIGINAL posters of your choice designed by one of our team of ARTISTS.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
$15
#Instamilkshake
We´ll give you a sexy follow on Instagram, we´ll throw you LIKES and comments because yes, we like you <3 and we will post a special SHOUT OUT.
Includes:-Our gratitude
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Follow on Instagram
-LIKES and COMMENTS from us to you <3 on Instagram
-Special SHOUT OUT
$25
VIP (Vanillian Informative Priority)
YOU will get a DIGITAL COPY of Vanilla Milkshake before its public release!
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Digital Copy of Vanilla Milkshake before its release
$50
Director’s PERSONAL Thank YOU
You will receive a PERSONAL thank you video from the ONE AND ONLY Dany Flores.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Digital Copy of Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-Director’s Personal Thank You in a video
$55
Delicious EXCLUSIVE Poster
One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE posters of your choice designed by one of our team of artists. Use it as a wallpaper, a Christmas wrap, a thank-you note, wedding invite, you name it!
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
$65
HOW TO Make A Fake Milkshake Like A PRO
Have you ever wondered how the milkshakes look so fresh all the time on film? Well, we will send you our one and only secret recipe, so you can do your own too!
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-HOW TO make your own fake Milkshake secret recipe
$75
TASTY SIGNED Poster
TASTY SIGNED Poster
One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE posters of your choice designed by one of our team of artists SIGNED BY THE ONE AND ONLY Dany Flores, our director.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters of your choice
-A TASTY Poster SIGNED BY DANY
$85
Special THANK YOU in Credits
You will get a special shout out in our credits because YOU made it happen and we are so grateful of YOU.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Special THANK YOU in final credits
$99
A Dany to GO
You will receive the ORIGINAL Director’s copy of the script AND it will have Dany’s amazing signature on it!!!! THIS IS UNIQUE. ONE PIECE. ONE. UNO. AND THEN FINITO. AND SHE IS SUPER COOL SO BUY IT. OKAY? OKAY.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-An original script signed copy of the director and creator of Vanilla Milkshake Dany Flores
Sold Out!
$150
Delicious poster SIGNED by the CAST!
Signed by either our amazing Youtuber Haley Raines or the beautiful and charming Victoria Baxter!
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of the three EXCLUSIVE posters signed by either Haley Raines or Victoria Baxter (HOW AWESOME IS THAT?!)
$200
Be EXTRAordinary !!
Would you like to be on the other side of the camera? NOW IS YOUR CHANCE! Be extra for a day and join us on this amazing journey!! (ATLANTA only!)
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-The satisfaction that YOU not only contributed to but also ACTED ON a film that you ACTUALLY want to see.
$250
LEGEN-DAIRY Associate Producer credit
An associate producer credit coming right up! Just for you.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Associate Producer credit for the short film
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-Satisfaction for having such a cool title
-Automatically becomes the "cool" friend*
*not guaranteed. Depends on how cool your other friends are.
$300
My Milkshake Brings All the Boys to the BAR
AY AY AY!!!! YOU are invited to a fun night in town with the director, the producers and the director of photography of Vanilla Milkshake! Jokes, advice, laughs, Latino moves and milkshakes on us in Atlanta!!
*Travel not included if you are not an Atlanta local. If you are not planning on making a trip, we will pop on Skype and talk about anything you want!
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Associate Producer credit for the short film
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-A very fun NIGHT OUT WITH THE EXECUTIVES
-A hug from all of them
$600
Learn ‘em Producing Skills
A one-on-one tutorial Producing Master Class with an Emmy-winner director and producer.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-An educational workshop with our amazing director Dany Flores and the awesome award-winning producer Thang Ho with basics of Movie Magic and Studio Binder and industry insights for beginning filmmakers.
$650
SHINE like a STAR
You will receive an incredible full headshots session along with the experience of a full makeup session and modeling advice from an international model!*
*Travel not included if you are not an Atlanta local.
Includes:-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Associate Producer credit for the short film
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-Makeup session with a super cool Make-up artist
-Studio shoot
-Modeling session with international model
$750
Executive Producer "(Insert YOUR name here)"
WHAT?!? Yes, YOU WILL BE a part of it. We will consult you for decisions and all that good stuff.
Includes:
-Our gratitude
-Public shout out on Instastory
- An exquisite digital copy of one of our 3 original posters
-Private link to watch Vanilla Milkshake before its release
-One of our three delicious EXCLUSIVE Posters
-Executive Producer credit for the short film
-Invitation to events (ATLANTA ONLY)
-ENORMOUS satisfaction for having such an awesome title
-Automatically becomes the "COOLEST" friend*
*again, not guaranteed. Depends on how cool your other friends are. - Updates
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Current Team
About This Team
This team is formed by a diverse, international crew. We have people from all over the world bringing in a different perspective and feel to the essence of the film.
(Shown from left to right in order of bios )
Dany Flores (Writer & Director) is from Ecuador. She is based in Atlanta, currently studying at The Savannah College of Art & Design. She has written, produced and directed many projects alongside her peers at SCAD. Vanilla Milkshake is a story she created 2 years ago and has been working on it since.
The first filmmaker she brought on board was Thang Ho (Producer). Thang is an Emmy-Winner Director and Producer from Vietnam. He is a graduate student at SCAD, getting his MFA. Fun Fact: Dany is a producer on his Thesis Film! He was on board with the project since it's early stages and alongside Dany, they have both brought a team together to make this film become a reality.
Vish Bakshi (Director of Photography) is an Indian student getting his MFA at SCAD. He has worked on many productions and is an associate at Hoca Studio alongside Thang.
Rocco Shapiro (E.P/Editor) is a filmmaker at No Usual LLC. He is a producer, director, writer & editor on music videos, commercials, and short films. He met Dany during their sophomore year and they have been inseparable best friends and colleagues ever since.
We are still filling in positions for other departments but we will introduce the ones we have filled this far!
Our wonderful graphic designers are the Brazilian Roberta Nicastro, the lovely Iara S. Faria and the talented Zaynah Smith, who is also our Make-Up Artist.
Our gaffer, W.N McNair also getting his MFA in Film Production at SCAD.
Mariana Gomez our Marketing and Social Media Manager who is working from her home country, Mexico.
Eliza Chance is our Production Designer, she has worked on music videos for a number of popular artists including Lil Skies, Childish Major, Lil Baby, A Boogie, City Girls, and Hero the Band. Working alongside her is our talented and wonderful Art Director, Bronson Castro.
Our sound department on set and for post-production is formed by our Brazilian Music Composer: Gio Turra, who has been recognized for his composing work on films and animations. Fun fact! He is the lead singer of the band The TwoTakes. The Panamanian Jeremy Rock as Sound Mixer and operating our boom Victor Chavez, from Mexico.
Dany and Thang feel at ease knowing that Vanilla Milkshake is in the hands of extremely talented filmmakers. Having them also be good friends makes them excited since they love the story and have made it theirs.
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