here's bob shaw's backstage look at the makings of one of williams' biggest comedy hits. robin williams stars as a producer who is denied house visits with his kids. he devices a plan. >> can you make me a woman? >> no. >> i said why not do something in full foam. i thought you know what i'm missing. something with big hands. so we decided to, we saw the children's book. and it was interesting because it was about this guy that has to pass himself off as a housekeeper to see his kids. it had comedy potential and a story talking about divorce. it had potential. it was amazing. >> mrs. doubtfire is the first film from blue wolf productions, williams newly started production company. the movie was filmed all over the the bay area. and for one week in april various scenes were filmed in and around channel 2. >> your character works for a tv station and it's ktvu. were we the cheapest bid? >> i think you bid low. come we have donuts. you also have the best location. it was nice. i think they liked the location. it still looked like you're by the bay even though you're near the