About this episode
Send us a text From Phantom of the Opera to the Hallmark Channel, Eva Tavares is making her mark! 🎬 In this exclusive interview, we sit down with the director of the year's final (and perhaps most talked-about) holiday movie, The Christmas Baby . Eva opens up about her incredible journey from opera singer and dancer to shadowing industry veterans through the "Make Her Mark" program. We dive deep into the making of The Christmas Baby , discussing the challenges of directing a 4-month-old on set, the beautiful (and important) representation of a queer love story, and the hidden Easter eggs you need to look out for. Plus, find out what it was like for Eva to act in the first movie of the year ( A Royal Montana Christmas ) while preparing to direct the last one! In This Episode: The "Make Her Mark" Program: How Ashley Williams and Marcus Rosner helped launch Eva's directing career. Directing vs. Acting: The surprising lessons Eva learned from shadowing Peter Benson and Gail Harvey. "The Christmas Baby" Deep Dive: Working with a baby, creating a safe set, and telling an authentic LGBTQ+ family story. Easter Eggs: Why you need to watch for Eva's parents and her brother's dog! 👇 Are you excited for The Christmas Baby ? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Follow us on social media: Instagram and TikTok: @hallmarkmysteriesandmore Youtube Or visit our website . This podcast was created by fans for fans and is NOT affiliated with or sponsored by Hallmark or the Hallmark Channel.