OPEN CASTING CALL: SAVANNAH, GA
‘May December’ Open Casting Call
Directed by Todd Haynes
Starring Natalie Portman, Julianne Moore, and Charles Melton
We are now casting extras and stand ins for Todd Haynes’ May December. This project has an all star cast and is a wonderful opportunity to work with the best of the best! May December is not only shooting in Savannah, but the story also takes place in Savannah!
We are looking for all ages and ethnicities on this project!
We will begin shooting 10/14-11/18 (M-F)! More breakdowns to come!
GENERAL BG RATE: $130/10hr
$130 guaranteed for the shoot date- most days are expected to be between 8-10 hours (some less). If the shoot happens to go over 10 hours overtime will be granted at time and a half.
STAND IN RATE: $175/12hr
**All minor’s must have a valid GDOL Minor’s in Entertainment permit- this can easily be obtained in 1-2 business days via the GDOL website at no cost**
Everyone on this project must be able to provide proof of vaccination (first booster required if eligible)
STAND INS:
*All stand ins listed will be needed for the entire shoot window*
Please list any stand in experience in your submission
CAST
Elizabeth: Natalie Portman
Gracie: Julianne Moore
Joe: Charles Melton
ELIZABETH STAND IN: White female. 5’1″-5’5″. Slender build. Straight dark brown hair, bangs is a plus. (or willing to change hairstyle/color if necessary).
Camera Test/Interview: 10/17
GRACIE STAND IN: 5’2″-5’5″, white female, 35 to 65 years old, Dirty blonde hair. (or willing to change hairstyle/color if necessary)
JOE STAND IN: 20 to 40 years old, Asian, Filipino, Mixed ethnicity male. 5’11”-6’1″ Dark brown hair. Slender – athletic build.
Currently seeking the following extras:
13 YEAR OLD BOY: Open ethnicity. Still photo shoot- 90’s style People magazine and tabloid spreads.
Shoot date: 10/14
Joe’s Mom: Aged 35-50. Caucasian. Still photo shoot-
Shoot date: 10/14
CAMERA OPERATORS/PHOTOGRAPHERS: Men and women. Open ethnicity. Ages 30-60. Still photo shoot- 90’s style People magazine and tabloid spreads.
Shoot date: 10/14
POLICE OFFICERS: Males. Open Ethnicity. Aged 30-50.
Still photo shoot- 90’s style People magazine and tabloid spreads.
Shoot date: 10/14
FLORAL ARRANGEMENT CLUB: Women, aged 30-60. Members of a community center floral arrangement club. Huge plus if you have a knack for crafts or floral arrangement! There will be an instructor attending to help guide those who are booked.
Shoot date: 10/19
DRIVERS AND PEDESTRIANS WITH CARS: Aged 18 and up. Looking for vehicles with makes/models ideally between the years 2000-2015.
$25 car bump added to day rate.
Shoot date: 10/19 OR 10/20
SAVANNAH TOUR GROUP: Ages 40-70. Tourists attending a historical walking tour of Savannah.
Shoot date: 10/19
JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES: Ages 25-50. Clean cut types. Seen at the information stand in the park.
Shoot date: 10/19
COFFEE SHOP PATRONS: Ages 19-80. Looking to create an authentic Savannah vibe. Seeking those who can portray SCAD students, retirees, and other local types.
Shoot date: 10/19
POSH LOFT EMPLOYEES AND PATRONS: Ages 18-60. Upscale types at a high end clothing store- Mother’s taking their teens dress shopping for graduation. Posh tourist types.
Shoot date: 10/20
HIGH SCHOOL ACTING STUDENTS: Ages 18 and up to play younger. This will be a small intimate group sharing a scene with Natalie Portman leading the class. This is a fantastic opportunity for young local actors to watch an Academy Award winning actress at work- consider it a paid masterclass in acting. Looking for those with acting ability to fill these slots.
Shoot date: 10/21
For consideration please submit the following information to MayDecemberExtras@gmail.com using role you are submitting for as the subject line. If you are submitting for more than one date please include which roles in the body of your email.
**This is local hire to Savannah ONLY- no lodging or travel provided**
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