Erin Whiteley

Erin Whiteley makes movies.  In 2009, her documentary Resolved was nominated in 2009 for two Emmy awards and won L.A. Independent 2007 Film Festival’s Audience Award.  Her documentary “New York Doll” was nominated for Sundance Film Festival’s 2005 “Grand Jury Award.”  She lives in Northern California with her husband (and producer) Greg and their two children.

12 Things to Know About Erin:

1. You won't really understand me unless you've watched these movies:

• To Kill A Mockingbird (particularly the moment where Atticus walks out of the courtroom)
• Field of Dreams (particularly the "Have catch" scene), and
• Michel Gondry's Around the World video (Pay special attention to the mummies. They are me.)

2. I'm most liable to get choked up when I hear about:

A kid who wants to play for Notre Dame, then struggles on the practice squad for three years only to get a chance in front of his Dad at the last home game--and he gets a sack! Cry, every time.

3. If I had a completely free day to do anything I wanted, I would:

Edit Romney footage while eating coconut shrimp.

4. My kids drive me crazy when they:

When they fight with each other.

5. I drive my kids crazy when I:

Who told you I drive my kids crazy?

6. If you're going to give me a gift card, get me one from this store:

Lululemon

7. I'm most proud of my kids when they:

Are caught being kind when no one is watching.

8. If I had a million dollars to give to a charity, I'd give it to:

LDS Church Perpetual Education fund.

9. My go-to comfort food(s):

Did I mention coconut shrimp? Also, Turkey Chili.

10. If I could snap my finger and make some problem in the world go away, it would be:

K-12 Education (worldwide)

11. Home chore or professional task I hate to do:

Bookkeeping/Banking.

12. I'm slightly embarrassed to admit that I watch or read:

I am probably most embarrassed at the amount of time I spend on the ESPN web site.