Maya and Olivia’s Total Eclipse
In San Francisco, two middle school girls chase a solar eclipse, defying family limits to pursue their dream, in a coming-of-age adventure about friendship, courage, and discovery.
Update: Thanks to our generous Galaxy of Supporters, we are scheduled to complete the film by the end of November!
Fundraising Goal: $5,000 for Post-Production
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Sometimes the universe seems chaotic. Like when you’ve just started middle school with your best friend and everything’s changing all at once. And sometimes the universe makes perfect sense and the stars align, like when there’s a total solar eclipse on the calendar and you know exactly when and where it is going to happen. And you are NOT going to miss it.
Maya and Olivia’s Total Eclipse is a coming-of-age story about two middle school girls from San Francisco who are determined to see a total solar eclipse. Drawing strength from their friendship, they navigate obstacles in pursuit of their dream. This heartfelt science adventure explores themes of imagination, curiosity, and courage, set against the shifting landscapes of girlhood and adolescence.
Writer, Director, Producer: Anne Flatté
Producer: Paula Rivers
Cast: Sienna Oquendo, Colette Goodman,
Samuel Bertalan, Penelope Rivas,
Karen Hernandez, Chase Rothschild,
Ryan Tasker, Cayden Hughart
Casting Directors: Nina Henninger, CSA and Sarah Kliban, CSA
Assistant Director: Katherine Wang
Director of Photography: Clare Major
Production Sound Recordist: Rachel Saldivar
Art and Costume Design: Bridget Bruce
Wardrobe: Sebastian Maldonado
Set Dressers: Hannah Freeman, Ella McConnell
Key Hair and Makeup Artist: Josie Rodriguez
Editor: Lauren Veen
Composer: Amelia Allen
Visual Effects: Suzanne Slatcher
Consulting Producer: Dan Hamby
Creative Advisor: Lisa Kenner Grissom
Production Company: Seahorse Cinema LLC
in association with Fine Grain Pictures
Project Contact: Anne Flatté | anne@seahorsecinema.com
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WHY THIS FILM MATTERS
In Maya and Olivia’s Total Eclipse, two middle school friends chase an eclipse—but really, they’re chasing visibility for every girl who loves science but rarely sees herself on screen.
Middle school is when many girls’ confidence in science dims and they begin to lose their science identity—not from lack of ability, but from loss of confidence and encouragement.
Representation on screen matters. Male STEM characters outnumber female STEM characters 62% to 38% in film, television, and streaming content. Girls cite female STEM characters as a major factor influencing their own interest in pursuing a career in science. (The Geena Davis Institute)
This film uplifts girls in science on screen and shows they belong in discovery.
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SUPPORT THE FILM
Every great story begins with a spark. Join our Galaxy of Supporters and help power this film’s journey through the cosmos!
November Update: Thanks to our generous Galaxy of Supporters, we are scheduled to finish post production by the end of this month!
July Update: Thanks to our generous Galaxy of Supporters, we just wrapped Principal Photography with our amazing cast and dedicated crew!
Galaxy of Supporters
Seven levels of giving fuel this film’s journey — every contribution helps bring to life a film that celebrates curiosity, courage, and discovery.
🚀 Launch Crew — $25–$99
First lift-off! You’re helping this project take flight.
💫 Starlight Circle — $100–$249
A bright spark lighting the way.
🌙 Lunar Explorer — $250–$499
You’ve ventured beyond Earth—thank you for exploring with us.
🌞 Solar Partner — $500–$999
You power the story—just like the sun.
🌌 Cosmic Champion — $1,000–$4,999
You expand our universe of possibility.
🌠 Supernova Circle — $5,000 and above
A brilliant force illuminating the entire project.
🌟 Galactic Benefactor — $10,000 and above
A vital presence empowering the film from concept to completion.
All donations to the Maya and Olivia’s Total Eclipse film project are tax-deductible.
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