Amanda (2009 film)

Amanda is a 2009 romantic comedy directed by Steve Marra and starring Randy Ryan and Ariana Dubynin. The story takes place in Indianapolis, where movie was also shot. On October 4, 2009, it was released at the Louisville's International Festival of Film in the United States.

Premise
Joe Bender (Randy Ryan) is a successful 40-year-old man. Joe meets his dream girl, Amanda (Ariana Dubynin), and he marries her. But when his new wife reveals a very deep, dark secret (she's a trans woman), Joe begins questioning the true meaning of love.

Production
Production began on April 13, 2009. The budget was under $500,000.

Cast
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
 * Ariana Dubynin - Amanda McNamara
 * Randy Ryan - Joe Bender
 * Matthew W. Allen - Mr. McNamara's Driver
 * Neil S. Bagadiong - Timid Man
 * Bill Bannister - Bob Bender
 * Tim Barrett - Park Mime
 * Bruce Bennett - Elderly Man
 * Tiffany Benedict Birkson - Woman Executive
 * Tiffany Bullock - Escort date
 * Mariah Daisy-Sharp - Little Katie
 * China Doll - Ineeka
 * Amy Esacove - Stacy
 * Richard Hayes - Convenience store clerk
 * Lynda Lansdell 411 operator

Reception
Jenny Elig of Metromix wrote that the film "does its job well."

Amanda won best feature film at the 2010 Canada International Film Festival.