A24’s “The Smashing Machine’ Starring Dwayne Johnson Casting Call for Combat Sports Fighters
Casting Call: Combat Sports Fighters for A24 Feature Film
Project Overview:
We are excited to announce a casting call for real combat sports fighters for an upcoming A24 feature film starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. This project is a Canadian search aimed at finding genuine talent to bring authenticity to our feature film.
Job Responsibilities:
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Portray a combat sports fighter within the context of the film’s narrative.
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Participate in physical scenes requiring combat sports expertise.
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Collaborate with the director, actors, and crew to ensure the authenticity of fight scenes.
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Attend costume fittings, rehearsals, and shooting days as scheduled.
Requirements:
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Must be based in Canada.
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Open to all ethnicities.
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Age range: 20s to 50s.
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Both active and retired combat sports fighters are encouraged to apply.
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No prior acting experience necessary. Non-actors and actors are welcome.
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Must be available for the entire shooting period from May 20th to the beginning of August 2024.
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Union and Non-Union talent may apply.
Compensation:
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This is a paid job opportunity. Rates will be in accordance with UBCP guidelines.
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Specific compensation details will be provided upon casting.
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