The movie “Crazy Fat Ethel” was released in 2016. It follows the life of Ethel, released from a mental institution and her run-ins with her aunt and other individuals who believe her discharge was a mistake. The film offers comedy and horror and features performances from Dixie Gers as Ethel, among others. There are many interesting facts about the film and its production to explore.
Where it Filmed?
“Crazy Fat Ethel” was primarily filmed in United States. Two notable filming locations are Louisville, Kentucky, and New Jersey. The specific filming dates for each location have not been disclosed.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dixie Gers | Ethel |
| Jenny Coulter | Aunt Joyce |
| William Allen Nugent | Andy Wilkes |
| Athena Prychodko | Rose |
| Shannon Ray Morris | John |
| Kelli Ellis | Ann Waters |
| Brian Dorton | Uncle Joe / Masked Pig |
| Fritz Dorton | Drake |
| Douglas Conner | Charles |
| Drea Calihan | John’s Whore |
| Maya Chia | Mean Girl #2 |
| Donna Dorton | Doris (voice) |
| Billie Farley | Pam |
| Frederick Ferguson | Orderly |
| Ruth Gale | Bar Patron |
| Gerica Horn | Victoria Malcolm |
| Molly Karl | Mean Girl #1 |
| Angie Keeling | Trish |
| Sarah Ramsey | Cathy |
| Justin Rhine | Ben / Masked Pig |
| Jacklyn Riggs | Cynthia |
| Steve Vessell | Walter |
| Todd Westohal | Ed |
| Laura Westphal | Karen |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie is not rated and runs for 1 hour and 21 minutes.
- Dixie Gers, Jenny Coulter and William Allen Nugent were the stars of the movie.
- The film was directed by Brian Dorton and written by both Brian Dorton and Nick Millard.
- The film is part of the comedy horror genre.
- Dixie Gers played the role of Ethel; Jenny Coulter as Aunt Joyce and William Allen Nugent as Andy Wilkes.
- The film was produced by Douglas Conner, Brian Dorton and Dixie Gers among others.
- The key hair stylist and key makeup artist for the movie was Geri Horn.
- Brian Dorton was not only the director, but also handled special effects and served as the production leader.
- The film was shot in Color with an aspect ratio of 16:9 HD.
- The estimated budget for the movie was $50,000.
- An interesting bit of trivia about the movie is that the main house used in the film didn’t have air conditioning. During filming, temperatures inside the house would rise above 100 degrees leading to candles melting, despite never being lit. Under these conditions, the cast and crew would work up to 18 hours a day.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Louisville, Kentucky, USA
- Latitude: 38.2526647
- Longitude: -85.7584557
- Place ID: ChIJEdVbsxoLaYgRMv1xICi009Q
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Louisville, KY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: New Jersey, USA
- Latitude: 40.0583238
- Longitude: -74.4056612
- Place ID: ChIJn0AAnpX7wIkRjW0_-Ad70iw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New Jersey, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
