 Bernstein became a major role model for Filler both professionally and personally, who often quoted his warmth and generosity on and off stage.Filler co-wrote, "Mr Bernstein", a short film slated for production as part of the New Zealand Film Commission Premiere Shorts program.She taught music, theatre and English for the Auckland Education Board at area schools for three years, creating a musical, "Giz A Go Travelling Road Show", touring in a friend's painted bus with her students.