AWARDS TALLY as of 1/26/2024
BEST LGBTQ+ FILM: 19
BEST ACTING DUO:
PAUL KEVIN POIRIER & FRED PAUL BAILEY
BEST DEBUT PERFORMANCE:
PAUL POIRIER
FINALISTS: 2 - SEMI-FINALISTS: 1
NOMINEES: 3
OFFICIAL SELECTIONS: 4
MEMORIES of Love
Tag Line
Rare moments of the Remberance – Precious memories of the past
Snynopsis
Long time married couple, Larry & Clark, must deal with the serious diagnosis of on-set dementia. Embracing rare moments of remembrances and precious memories of the past.
Long Snynopsis
After spending 29 years together in a loving relationship Larry displays confusion while reminiscing about past vacations the two of them shared. Later Larry is diagnosed with early on-set dementia. The two must learn to live with Larry’s confusion relishing in the rare moments of remembrances and precious memories of the past. Set to star real-life married couple Paul Poirier & Fred Paul Bailey.
DIRECTORS / WRITER BIOS
DIRECTOR and CINEMEMATOGRAPHER ANDREW SANTIAGO
Andrew earned his bachelor's degree in digital cinema from DePaul University in Chicago Illinois. While attending school he started his own production company White Leaf Productions providing cinematography, photography, video and photo editing, on/off set audio, and production lighting. With over 10 years of video production experience he has worked on a variety of projects from freelance work to narratives. Andrew's journey in the film industry has a prosperous future as he Directed, Filmed and Edited the short LGBTQ film Neighborhood Stranger which has won over 100 Honors Worldwide in 2022 including over 40 Best LGBTQ Film, 4 Best Director and 1 Best Editing. He Is currently working on the festival bound short narrative film Confessions.
WRITER / DIRECTOR FRED PAUL BAILEY
Mr. Bailey’s main focus (up until recently) has been the stage. He penned the stage play The Devil’s Daughter, wrote and co-choreographed eight editions of The Magic Company, five editions of The Amazing Chicago Magic Show and his solo shows Up-Close & Personal and Sophisticated Amazement. Fred is also a seasoned stage manager, producer and director. His first film was Neighborhood Stranger about sexual identity acceptance which has won over 100 Honors Worldwide in 2022 including over 40 Best LGBTQ Film and 3 Best Screenplay awards. MEMORIES of Love is his second screenplay and film Directorial Debut.
MEET THE CAST
PAUL KEVIN POIRIER
PAUL KEVIN POIRIER
PAUL KEVIN POIRIER
Paul Kevin Poirier, at the age of 62, is making his acting debut in the world of cinema by starring in the poignant short film “MEMORIES of Love”. Hailing from a background far removed from the glitz and glamour of show business Paul's decision to take on this challenging role reflects his unwavering commitment to being a primary care
Paul Kevin Poirier, at the age of 62, is making his acting debut in the world of cinema by starring in the poignant short film “MEMORIES of Love”. Hailing from a background far removed from the glitz and glamour of show business Paul's decision to take on this challenging role reflects his unwavering commitment to being a primary care giver to his parents who late in their lives both suffered from Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Despite having no prior acting experience, his dedication to the craft and a profound understanding of the subject matter has allowed him to immerse himself in the character with astounding depth.
Paul is a true inspiration, proving that it's never too late to embark on a new path and make a difference in the lives of others.
FRED PAUL BAILEY
PAUL KEVIN POIRIER
PAUL KEVIN POIRIER
As a veteran stage performer Mr. Bailey has appeared in numerous productions including (his favorites) The Music Man, Fiddler on the Roof, West Side Story and appearing as Christopher Wren in The Mouse Trap and Mark in A Chorus Line. Fred also Starred in The Magic Company for eight years, five editions of The Amazing Chicago Magic Show
As a veteran stage performer Mr. Bailey has appeared in numerous productions including (his favorites) The Music Man, Fiddler on the Roof, West Side Story and appearing as Christopher Wren in The Mouse Trap and Mark in A Chorus Line. Fred also Starred in The Magic Company for eight years, five editions of The Amazing Chicago Magic Show and hundreds of solo performances in the one man shows Up-Close & Personal
and Sophisticated Amazement. After starring in the worldwide-multiple Award Winning film Neighborhood Stranger, MEMORIES of Love is his
second film role.
SUSAN CHIAPPETTA
PAUL KEVIN POIRIER
SUSAN CHIAPPETTA
Susan Chiappetta, a talented newcomer to the world of film, is making her acting debut in the short film "MEMORIES of Love. With unwavering dedication, she immersed herself in the character to capture the nuances of a compassionate and empathetic doctor.
Although Susan has never acted in a film before, her natural talent to the craft s
Susan Chiappetta, a talented newcomer to the world of film, is making her acting debut in the short film "MEMORIES of Love. With unwavering dedication, she immersed herself in the character to capture the nuances of a compassionate and empathetic doctor.
Although Susan has never acted in a film before, her natural talent to the craft shines brightly. Her ability to convey the emotional depth of her character.
"MEMORIES of Love" provides Susan Chiappetta with a platform to showcase her talent and passion for storytelling, and it marks the beginning of an exciting journey into the world of acting.
