TV star takes lead role in movie to be filmed along Yorkshire Coast
A top TV actress has signed up to play the lead role in a movie that will be filmed in Sewerby, Bridlington and Scarborough.
Gaynor Faye, who starred in Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Playing the Field, Fat Friends, The Syndicate and The Inheritance, will feature in the British menopause comedy Hot Flash.
Gaynor will play Geri, an accidental entrepreneur who triumphs despite brutal menopause symptoms, imposter syndrome, and the challenges of being a 40-plus single mum.
Filming gets underway in this area next month.
This is Gaynor’s first feature-length film since her role in Fanny and Elvis in 1999.
Gaynor is also the creative MD of Rollem Productions which was founded by her mum, the legendary writer Kay Mellor.
She said: “After reading Jan Birley’s script, getting involved in Hot Flash was a no-brainer.
“It’s humorous, touching, and tackles menopause head-on, which is something few feature-length films do. It’s also a chance for me to channel my own experiences of midlife and show other women who are struggling that they’re not alone and should keep pursuing their dreams. Filming in my native Yorkshire is the icing on the cake.”
Hot Flash’s writer and producer is Jan Birley, who lives on the East Coast of Yorkshire.
She said: “Getting Gaynor on board is an absolute dream come true – I can’t think of anyone better to play Geri!
“I’ve been gripped over the years by Gaynor’s portrayals of relatable women navigating real challenges and struggles – she’s the perfect person to bring our lead character to life. And with her fantastic reputation and huge fanbase, we’ll be able to help even more women feel visible, valued and less alone.”