Disney’s Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger has released an autobiography called “The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned From 15 Years As CEO of The Walt Disney Company”. The autobiography tells a long list of inside stories about the companies. One of the most intriguing stories is George Lucas’ dislike of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”. In a passage from the book, Iger explains the reaction Lucas got from the film.
LOS ANGELES – OCT 6: Bob Iger, Mickey Mouse at the Mickey’s 90th Spectacular Taping at the Shrine Auditorium on October 6, 2018 in Los Angeles, CA – Image (Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock.com)
“Just prior to the global release, Kathy screened The Force Awakens for George. He didn’t hide his disappointment. “There’s nothing new,” he said. In each of the films in the original trilogy, it was important to him to present new worlds, new stories, new characters, and new technologies. In this one, he said, “There weren’t enough visual or technical leaps forward.”
George Lucas has been quite open about his dislike of “The Force Awakens”. In a 2015 interview with Charlie Rose, the director said “They wanted to do a retro movie. I don’t like that.” He added he did not like what he saw as a safe film from Disney.
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Casting for MEN and WOMEN with to be PRISON GUARDS
– tougher/intense brawny types!
ALL ETHNICITIES
AGES 25 to 60
Experience as police, military, martial arts, Security is plus but not mandatory.
NEW FACES ONLY (including if you are already booked for a future scene)
About Suicide Squad 2:
Details for the project have not been released. However, according to reports, the upcoming “Suicide Squad” feature film is filming under the code name “El Dorado”. It’s currently unknown what the story will revolve around, but this title could give us a little clue.
LOS ANGELES – APR 19: James Gunn and Michael Rooker arrives for the “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” World Premiere on April 19, 2017 in Hollywood, CA (DFree / Shutterstock.com)
James Gunn will work as the writer and director for “The Suicide Squad” and will follow David Ayer’s 2016 film “Suicide Squad”. However, instead of being a sequel to the Ayer production, this is described as a new perspective to the franchise from the mind of Gunn that will feature a mix of new and old characters.
Viola Davis is coming back to play Amanda Waller, while Margot Robbie is set to reprise her role of Harley Quinn. Jai Courtney and Joel Kinnaman will be returning to play Captain Boomerang and Rick Flagg, respectively.
That said, Idris Elba will be replacing Will Smith but will play a new character and not Deadshot. Deadshot has been written out of the movie but may return in the future with Will Smith returning.
How to apply:
Suicide Squad 2 Open Casting Call
“EL DORADO”
Casting for MEN and WOMEN with to be PRISON GUARDS
– tougher/intense brawny types!
ALL ETHNICITIES
AGES 25 to 60
Experience as police, military, martial arts, Security is plus but not mandatory.
NEW FACES ONLY (including if you are already booked for a future scene)
MEN, if you have a long/bushy beard, please indicate when you submit that you are willing to let us shape /TRIM it per the Hair and Make-up dept with
“OK TO TRIM BEARD”
WORK DATES: WED 10/9 and THURS 10/10
Filming in Fayetteville
FITTING DATES: Mon 9/30, Tues 10/1, Wed 10/2 (must be open for 1 of those dates)
Filming in Fayetteville
PAY RATE: $100 with OT after 8 hrs
… Fitting rate is ¼ check ($25)
PLEASE INCLUDE:
CURRENT, CLEAR, PHOTOS !!! CLEAR PHOTOS, in GOOD LIGHT!
We need to see current hair length, facial hair color, etc..
Please send at least 2 photos, one from chest up and from the knees or waist up.
Please take the time to send in photos LOOKING the part… look serious, stern, etc.. but NOT OVERLY so. Have someone take these photos in good lighting.
Then please List the following
First and Last NAME
PHONE NUMBER (s)
CITY & STATE (where you will be coming from!)- MANDATORY to list this info
Email address
Ethnicity / Nationality!
STATS/SIZES:
MEN: WOMEN:
Age Age
Height Height
Weight Weight
Jacket size Dress size
Shirt (collar x sleeve) Bust/Bra/Cup
Pants (waist x inseam) Waist
Shoe Shoe
And
LIST experience as REAL MILITARY, WEAPONS TRAINING or MARTIAL ARTS
MEN, if you have a long/bushy beard, please indicate when you submit that you are willing to let us shape /TRIM it per the Hair and Make-up dept with
“OK TO TRIM BEARD”
YOU MUST BE LOCAL TO ATLANTA OR WILLING TO WORK HERE
AS A LOCAL HIRE.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on September 24th and 25th in Atlanta, Georgia.
Producers are seeking the following types:
COPS
Man & woman to portray cops
Ages: 23-45
About Ozark:
Created by Bill Dubuque (“The Accountant,” “The Judge”), this drama series stars Jason Bateman as Marty Byrde, a financial planner who relocates his family from Chicago to a summer resort community in the Ozarks. With wife Wendy and their two kids in tow, Marty is on the move after a money-laundering scheme goes wrong, forcing him to pay off a substantial debt to a Mexican drug lord in order to keep his family safe. While the Byrde’s fate hangs in the balance, the dire circumstances force the fractured family to reconnect.
To audition for a role on Netflix’s OZARK check out the casting call breakdown below.
Netflix OZARK Season 3 Casting Call
CURRENTLY SEEKING!
To work on OZARK filming in the ATLANTA area.
MUST HAVE FULL AVAILABILITY FOR DAY APPLYING FOR
Pay rate: $75/8 UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED
SUBMIT ASAP!
TUESDAY 9/24
OR WEDNESDAY 9/25
COPS
Man & woman to portray cops
Ages: 23-45
Please state which day you’re available
SUBJECT: COP
SUBMIT ASAP:
Name
CURRENT photos
Age/height/weight
Sizes
Do you have tattoos? (yes/no – if yes, please state location)
Have you previously been booked on Ozark? (yes/no – if yes, please state role)
Location (city, state)
Contact number
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming between October 21st and December 13th in Cleveland, Ohio.
Producers are seeking the following types:
Caucasian talent
Age 18-30
Male & Female
Any piercings or tattoos must be easily hidden by clothing.
About “Judas and the Black Messiah”:
PALM SPRINGS – JAN 3: Jordan Peele, Daniel Kaluuya at the PSIFF Creative Impact Awards & “10 Directors to Watch” at Parker Palm Springs on January 3, 2018 in Palm Springs, CA – Image (Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock.com)
The film titled JUDAS & THE BLACK MESSIAH (formerly JESUS WAS MY HOMEBOY) is preparing to shoot in Cleveland this fall.
Daniel Kaluuya and his Get Out co-star Lakeith Stanfield to star in Jesus Was My Homeboy, a production that tells the true story of Fred Hampton, a Black Panther revolutionary, and activist who was assassinated in 1969.
Daniel Kaluuya will play Fred Hampton, an Illinois-born honors student who was active in the NAACP, brokered a non-aggression pact between two of Chicago’s gangs, coined the phrase “rainbow coalition,” and rose to prominence in the Black Panther Party on both the state and national level. Hampton was assassinated by the FBI and the Chicago Police Department at age 21 during a raid on his apartment.
Lakeith Stanfield will play William O’Neal, a car thief who had his charges dropped by becoming an FBI informant who worked his way into the Black Panthers, eventually becoming Hampton’s bodyguard and turning over a detailed layout of Hampton’s apartment to the authorities, which ultimately contributed to Hampton’s assassination. This film is said to “look at the rise and death of Hampton through O’Neal’s perspective.”
How to apply:
CLEVELAND-BASED FEATURE FILM – CAUCASIAN, MALE & FEMALE EXTRAS NEEDED!
Please read carefully, entirely, and follow all directions in order to be submitted.
The feature film from Warner Bros. called “Judas and the Black Messiah” is shooting in the Cleveland area Oct 21st – Dec 13th, 2019 Monday – Friday. We are looking for 25 extras, who will be available the entire shoot, but not used daily. Must stay available. You will be interacting with our main characters as background extras. You will play anti-racism, anti-capitalism organization members called the Young Patriots.
Caucasian talent
Age 18-30
Male & Female
Any piercings or tattoos must be easily hidden by clothing.
This is a period piece set in the 60’s-70’s. Once you are cast please grow out your hair! Men can grow sideburns, beards, mustaches and goatees. Women, grow out visible hair. History shows this group formed out of a dense Chicago slum filled with poor whites that had migrated from the rural South after World War II. Most were fleeing Appalachia’s dying coal industry, and they brought their culture with them.
Background links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Young_Patriots_Organization https://jacobinmag.com/…/black-panthers-young-patriots-fred…
Rate: $10 an hour with a guarantee of at least 8 hrs./day
Please submit as follows…
Email: [email protected]
Subject: Young Patriots
Include 2-3 current photos including a headshot and full-body, plus your city, state, phone and height.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on Monday, September 23rd in Atlanta, Georgia.
Producers are seeking the following types:
Casting for MEN and WOMEN for our WORLD CUP SOCCER SCENE
– the scene takes place at the WORLD CUP being hosted in the MIDDLE EAST!!
Ages 20 to 75
MEN and WOMEN
ALL ETHNICITIES
WE ESPECIALLY NEED INTERNATIONAL TYPES,
including EUROPEAN, MIDDLE EASTERN & BRAZILIAN, etc…“GHOST DRAFT”
About ‘Ghost Draft’:
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger at the World premiere of ‘Avengers: Endgame’ held at the LA Convention Center in Los Angeles, USA on April 22, 2019. – Image (Tinseltown / Shutterstock.com)
Chris Pratt is set to star in Sci-Fi thriller ‘Ghost Draft’ from the ‘Lego Batman’ director.
Variety reports, “Ghost Draft,” written by Zach Dean, is about a man drafted to fight in a future war where the fate of humanity relies on his ability to confront his past. Yvonne Strahovski will play a character Pratt meets in the future who has a connection to his past.
How to apply:
Ghost Draft Casting Call
Casting for MEN and WOMEN for our WORLD CUP SOCCER SCENE
– the scene takes place at the WORLD CUP being hosted in the MIDDLE EAST!!
Ages 20 to 75
MEN and WOMEN
ALL ETHNICITIES
WE ESPECIALLY NEED INTERNATIONAL TYPES,
including EUROPEAN, MIDDLE EASTERN & BRAZILIAN, etc…
NOTE: We cannot use any more people who are also booked as Draftees
WORK DATE: MON 9/23
Filming in ATLANTA (Mercedes Benz Stadium)
PAY RATE: $80 with OT after 8 hrs (it will be a full, longer day, starting early in the morning, etc…
PLEASE INCLUDE:
CURRENT, CLEAR, PHOTOS !!! CLEAR PHOTOS, in GOOD LIGHT!
We need to see current hair length, facial hair color, etc..
Please send at least 2 photos, one from chest up and from the knees or waist up.
NOTE: If you have ETHNIC ATTIRE specific to your ethnicity (ie Hijab, Turban, Keffiyeh) PLEASE SEND A PHOTO IN IT, OR LIST THAT YOU HAVE IT
Then please List the following
First and Last NAME
PHONE NUMBER (s)
CITY & STATE (where you will be coming from!)- MANDATORY to list this info
Please NOTE that you cannot have a restricted Social Security number to work on this
Email address
Ethnicity / Nationality!
STATS/SIZES:
MEN: WOMEN:
Age Age
Height Height
Weight Weight
Jacket size Dress size
Shirt (collar x sleeve) Bust/Bra/Cup
Pants (waist x inseam) Waist
Shoe Shoe
AND
IF you have any ethnic attire as mentioned above in the photo instructions, please LIST that info ( even if you send a photo, please verify that you own that wardrobe)
YOU MUST BE LOCAL TO ATLANTA OR WILLING TO WORK HERE
AS A LOCAL HIRE.
Universal Orlando Resorts is now casting principal roles in Orlando, Florida.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on September 24th in Orlando, Florida.
Producers are seeking the following types:
– Hispanic Dad, 35 – 45
– Hispanic Mom, 35 – 45
– Hispanic Male Teen, 17 – 20
– Hispanic Female Teen, 15 -17
How to apply:
URGENT CASTING IN ORLANDO, FL FOR UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORTS
Casting Breakdown:
Non-speaking principal roles
Real Families are welcome!
Talent must be comfortable in front of camera, fun-loving.
Physical acting/comedy preferred!
Casting Date: TOMORROW Sept. 24th
Casting Location: Orlando, FL
If cast, this is a PAID JOB!
Shoot Dates: Tentative – week of 10/14
OR week of 10/21 (1 day shoot)
Callback Date: Oct. 3rd
Shoot Location – Universal Orlando Resorts
*Must work as local hire*
Submit to [email protected] ASAP:
– Full Legal Name
– Contact Info (email and phone)
– Recent photo
– DOB/Age of any minors
– List any food allergies/restrictions
– Confirm availability for casting/callback/shoot dates
Please subject emails: “UOR Casting”
Submission for all roles will be considered regardless of ethnic group, sex, etc., unless a specific requirement is indicated within the breakdown.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on September 24th and 26th in Atlanta, Georgia.
Producers are seeking the following types:
TAC Guards: Men who portray Caucasian, Asian and Hispanic and appear ages 30’s-40’s. Must have real tactical experience. Must know how to properly hold a weapon. Max Waist is 38.
A reimagining of the classic series, is an action-adventure drama about 20- something Angus “Mac” MacGyver who creates a clandestine organization within the U.S. government where he uses his extraordinary talent for unconventional problem solving and vast scientific knowledge to save lives. Joining his team on high-risk missions around the globe is maverick former CIA agent Jack Dalton. Under the aegis of the Department of External Services, MacGyver takes on the responsibility of saving the world, armed to the teeth with resourcefulness and little more than bubble gum and a paper clip.
TAC Guards: Men who portray Caucasian, Asian and Hispanic and appear ages 30’s-40’s. Must have real tactical experience. Must know how to properly hold a weapon. Max Waist is 38.
List your tactical experience in the email.
If this is you please submit a clear photo(s), name, number and sizes to [email protected]
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on Friday, September 27th in Chicago, Illinois.
Producers are seeking the following types:
Searching for kids (10 or 12 years old) who can work on Chicago Fire this Friday September 27th.
About Chicago Fire:
From renowned Emmy Award-winning executive producer Dick Wolf (“Law & Order” brand) and co-creator Derek Haas, the writer behind “3:10 to Yuma,” comes Season 7 of the high-octane drama “Chicago Fire,” an edge-of-your-seat view into the lives of everyday heroes committed to one of America’s noblest professions. The firefighters, rescue squad and paramedics of Chicago Firehouse 51 risk their lives week in and week out to save and protect the citizens of their incredible city. (via NBC) To audition for a role in Chicago Fire check out the casting call breakdown below.
Chicago Fire Casting Call
CHILDREN CASTING ALERT! Searching for kids (10 or 12 years old) who can work on Chicago Fire this Friday September 27th. MUST HAVE a Joan Philo or Empire Casting work permit. Only children with valid Empire Casting work permits will be considered. Please submit to [email protected]. Include your child’s photo, name, age, height, weight, and phone number. Put “Kid 9.27” in the subject line. Please be sure to attach a copy of his/her work permit as well. Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming between October 15th through November 5th in Atlanta, Georgia.
Producers are seeking the following types:
About ‘Coming 2 America: The Quest’:
As Project Casting previously reported, the upcoming sequel will be released on August 7, 2020. The studio has reportedly hired the director of “Hustle & Flow,” Craig Brewer, to direct the project with Eddie Murphy expected to return as the star of the show. Explore Georgia reports the new movie is now filming in Atlanta under the name “Coming 2 America: The Quest”.
The upcoming “Coming 2 America” feature film will feature Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall as they reprise their roles of Prince Akeem and Semmi. In the original feature film, Akeem, a prince of fictional Zumunda, Africa, came to the United States to learn how to be an American while seeking love who will love him for him and not for his wealth and money. The movie was a hit. It earned $128 million in 1988 and was the third biggest movie of the year.
How to apply:
Coming 2 America: The Quest Casting Call
***The QUEST***
MULTIPLE WORK DATES: Tentatively 10/15, 10/16, 10/17, 10/22, 10/23, 10/24, 10/25, 11/4 and 11/5 – Must have flexible and open availability to be available ALL work dates and as needed
Fitting: TUESDAY 9/24/19 or WEDNESDAY 9/2/19 (*MUST be able to attend a fitting on one of these dates!) Fitting paid at 1/4 check ($20/2)
Rate: $80/8
Location: Atlanta, GA
ZAMUNDAN PALACE GUESTS: Men who can portray AFRICAN, able to portray age range 18-80, variety of African types. more upscale than ‘commoners”, types that might be invited to the Royal palace. NO Facial hair at all, No visible tattoos. Natural hair colors/styles. (Female positions will be posted after all of the male roles are filled fo costuming purposes)
If this is you please submit a clear photo(s), name, number height, weight and sizes to [email protected]
Please put PALACE GUESTS FCW in the subject line.
**IF YOU HAVE ALREADY BEEN PREFIT or are scheduled to be prefit IN A DIFFERENT ROLE – PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT FOR THIS!–
Furniture campaign commercial casting call in Toronto, Canada.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on October 1st and 2nd in Toronto, Canada.
Producers are seeking the following types:
Jigsaw Casting Ltd. is seeking Stylish LGBTQ Male, LGBT Female Couples and Tattooed Bearded Guy for a Non-Union Furniture Campaign in Toronto CASTING ON WEDNESDAY!
How to apply:
URGENT! Jigsaw Casting Ltd. is seeking Stylish LGBTQ Male, LGBT Female Couples and Tattooed Bearded Guy for a Non-Union Furniture Campaign in Toronto CASTING ON WEDNESDAY!
We are looking for the following:
1) LGBTQ Male – Stylish. Ages 30 to 40s. Think of a professional guy that works at Holt with a cool summer suit. Ideally African Canadian, but open to all backgrounds.
2) LGBT Female Couples – Age around 30s. Cool and edgy.
3) Bearded Tattoo Guy – Age around 30s. Typical Millennial.
*Pays approximately $1,000 per person, if selected for a one day shoot. This is a non-speaking role. No previous acting experience is required.
Details & Submission Information
If interested, you must submit in order to be considered.
Please email the following to: [email protected]
1. Name, role, age and phone number.
2. Photo(s) of yourself (Where we can clearly see your face and another pic of your full body so we can see your style. No hats or sunglasses).
3. If you are a represented actor, please include your union status, resume & your agent’s contact information. It’s okay if you don’t have an agent.
4. Please write FURNITURE’ in the subject line of email, along with your name and role (E.G. FURNITURE – Jaxon Miles – role 3 Tattooed beard)
Submissions are due ASAP or by: TOMORROW September 24th, 2019 at 12PM.
You must be available for these key dates (in Toronto):
AUDITION: September 25th, 2019.
WARDROBE: September 30th, 2019.
SHOOT: October 1 or 2, 2019.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on September 24th and 25th in Chicago, Illinois.
Producers are seeking the following types:
Seeking males and females, any ethnicity, ages 20s+ for interior and exterior scenes. This is a pharmaceutical company, so the wardrobe should be business professional.
“MAMA GARCIA” — Seeking males and females, any ethnicity, ages 20s+ for exterior scenes outside a restaurant. We will be looking for some angry protestors for a small mob and neighborhood pedestrians with cars (no red or white vehicles, please). *ALSO* We have just a small handful of spots for some scenes outside Chicago Med, so we might pull a few people to be hospital visitors w/cars and nurses.
“CITY BAR” — Seeking males and females, any ethnicity, ages 20s+ for exterior scenes outside a bar (think Taylor St. vibe). Some people will be booked with their cars (no red or white vehicles, please).
NBC’s Chicago PD centers on the Intelligence team located at the District 21 of the Chicago Police department. This team fights the city’s major offenses including organized crime, drug trafficking, and high profile murders.
To audition for a role on NBC’s Chicago PD season 7, check out the casting call details below:
NBC ‘Chicago PD’ Season 7 Casting Call
*** CHICAGO PD EXTRAS CASTING ALERT ***
If you live in/around the Chicagoland area, please submit the following information to: [email protected]
*Please make sure to submit at least 1 headshot and 1 full length photo. If you are submitting with your vehicle, include a photo of your car/SUV.
“BRT 9/24” & “BRT 9/25” — If you’d like to submit for both BRT days, please put “BRT 9/24 & BRT 9/25” in the subject line of ONE email.
***PLEASE NOTE: The filming location (for both days) is in Skokie, near Old Orchard Mall.***
Seeking males and females, any ethnicity, ages 20s+ for interior and exterior scenes. This is a pharmaceutical company, so the wardrobe should be business professional.
FILM DATE: TUESDAY 9/24 // WEDNESDAY 9/25
PAY RATE: $104/8
“MAMA GARCIA” — Seeking males and females, any ethnicity, ages 20s+ for exterior scenes outside a restaurant. We will be looking for some angry protestors for a small mob and neighborhood pedestrians with cars (no red or white vehicles, please). *ALSO* We have just a small handful of spots for some scenes outside Chicago Med, so we might pull a few people to be hospital visitors w/cars and nurses.
FILM DATE: THURSDAY 9/26
PAY RATE: $104/8 + $35 Auto Bump (if applicable)
“CITY BAR” — Seeking males and females, any ethnicity, ages 20s+ for exterior scenes outside a bar (think Taylor St. vibe). Some people will be booked with their cars (no red or white vehicles, please).
FILM DATE: FRIDAY 9/27
PAY RATE: $104/8 + $35 Auto Bump (if applicable)
“SELDON LOOK ALIKE” — Seeking caucasian males, roughly in their 40’s who closely match the actor in the attached photo. Height should be roughly 5’10” – 6’2″.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on September 26th in Atlanta, Georgia.
Producers are seeking the following types:
Church Goers: Looking for men and women 18+ all ethnicities with clean-cut, polished looks and attire. This is for new faces only! You cannot have worked this season.
About Cobra Kai:
Thirty-four years after events of 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament, a down-and-out Johnny Lawrence seeks redemption by reopening the infamous Cobra Kai dojo, reigniting his rivalry with a now-successful Daniel LaRusso.
How to audition?
To audition for a role in Cobra Kai season 3, check out the casting call breakdown below.
Cobra Kai Season 3 Casting Call
COBRA KAI
*NEW FACES ONLY*
Work: Thurs 9/26
Loc: Atlanta
Rate: $75/8
Church Goers: Looking for men and women 18+ all ethnicities with clean cut, polished looks and attire. This is for new faces only! You cannot have worked this season.
Must have all day availability.
To submit, send your name, number, sizes, & current photo to:
Fox’s new TV series ‘Deputy‘ is now casting civilians and neighbors in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on Tuesday, September 24th in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Producers are seeking the following types:
The New Series Deputy is looking for 12 Men & Women to play a “civilians/neighbors”
Open to all ethnicities, 20-70years old
About Fox’s ‘Deputy:
LOS ANGELES – JAN 10: Mahershala Ali, Carmen Ejogo and Stephen Dorff arrives to HBO’s ‘True Detective’ Season 3 Premiere on January 10, 2019 in Hollywood, CA – Image (DFree / Shutterstock.com)
Deputy is an upcoming Western procedural drama television series created by Will Beall and David Ayer. The series centers around a cop production that mixes the soul of a classic Western with a modern-day perspective and brave authenticity. When the Los Angeles County’s Sheriff dies, a rule created back in the Wild West pushes the most unlikely man into the job. The man is a fifth-generation lawman, more satisfied taking down bad guys than operating through politics. He leads an experienced crew of energetic and difficult people who won’t stop until the law is served.
How to apply:
‘Deputy’ Open Casting Call
**BG CASTING NOTICE** The New Series Deputy is looking for 12 Men & Women to play a “civilians/neighbors” this Tuesday September 24th, shooting on location in Albuquerque. Rate 92/8.
Open to all ethnicities,20-70years old and available to work 9.24.19.
IF this is you or someone you know please email current photos, full clothing sizes, Your name and contact cell to [email protected] with “924 CIV” in the subject line. (Open to NM local hire only).
Here’s why the ratings for the Emmys saw a double-digit drop.
According to Nielsen, the 71st Emmy Awards gained the attention of 6.9 million total viewers on Fox last night. The award celebration got a 1.6 rating amount the key demographic of adults ages 18 to 49.
The annual special saw a 33% drop in 18 to 49-year-olds and a 32% drop overall from last year. NBC’s 2018 awards show saw a prior historic low of 2.4 ratings with 10.2 million viewers.
It is important to note the Emmy Awards had a lot of competition. The 2018 Emmys did not compete against primetime NFL football on broadcast television like 2019’s 71st Emmy Awards. Sunday Night Football on NBC had a 12.8 overnight rating, which essentially guarantees a poor outcome for the Emmys.
That said, the 2019 Emmys had a pretty great lead-in. Most of America watched the New York Giants come back and defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The New York Giants showcased a rookie quarterback, Daniel Jones, making his first start.
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The streaming wars are changing Hollywood and here’s how talent is winning and losing in this new arms race for original content.
For aspiring actors, filmmakers, writers, and crew members, the demand for new and original content is expected to increase. However, the likelihood of working on a syndicated TV series is set to decrease, causing many people working in the entertainment industry to look for their next opportunity continually.
The TV and film industry is going through a tremendous transformation that has never been seen before. Hollywood is moving towards launching new streaming services and spending millions of dollars in the process. Netflix and Disney are negotiating multi-million dollar deals to secure programming, which is fundamentally changing how business is done with talent.
According to the Wall Street Journal, as the number of productions released to consumer increases, seasons for shows is going to get shorter and shorter. As a result, for actors, producers, and crew members, it means moving on to new jobs more frequently.
Disney+
Barcelona, Spain. Jan 2019: Man holds a remote control With the new Disney+ screen on TV. Disney+ is an online video streaming subscription service, set to launch in the US in September.Illustrative – Image (Ivan Marc / Shutterstock.com)
Disney controls Hulu and in November will release a new low-cost service called Disney+. The streaming platform will feature Marvel and Star Wars series, kid content, and original TV shows and movies. Meanwhile, Apple is launching several premium shows featuring A-list actors. WarnerMedia’s HBO Max and Comcast Peacock are set to release next year, adding to the significant competition between Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and CBS’ All Access.
BET+
BET+ is also now available. One of the key highlights of the new BET service is the partnership with Tyler Perry Studios. Tyler Perry’s back catalog of work and new content will be featured in BET+. Standup specials from Nick Cannon, Lil Rel and Sasheer Zamata and upcoming shows like “First Wives Club,” “Bigger,” and “Sacrifice.” Content from Viacom-owned brands such as VH1’s “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta,” “Basketball Wives,” “T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle,” Comedy Central’s “Why? With Hannibal Buress,” “MTV’s Todrick,” TV Land’s “Soul Man” and Nick at Night’s “Instant Mom” will also appear on the platform.
How the streaming wars is changing the film industry
Syndication
For the past 50 years, the basic formula for producers to make a lot of money is to reach 100 episodes. By achieving at least a 100 episodes, the show will have enough episodes to sell reruns from “syndication” deals. Hit TV shows such as “Seinfeld” and “Friends” have made millions of dollars following this formula.
Netflix’s business model
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Netflix changed the game when it started approaching and landing deals with major producers to make content exclusively for the platform. Shonda Rhimes and Ryan Murphy both landed multi-million dollar deals. However, Netflix does not sell reruns. As a result, producers can not obtain syndication profits.
Netflix launched this business strategy. Now, Warner Bros and Disney are following suit. But, with so much competition and high demand for high-quality content, writers and producers are getting paid more than ever for their work.
Upront money versus syndication
By guaranteeing a large amount of money upfront, the risk of creating content to surpass 100 episodes is gone. That said, there are possible downsides. For example, if a show becomes a major hit, it does not generate the profits you would have generally obtained from reruns.
It is important to note, Disney can put a show that the company has produced on whatever platform they choose without renegotiating deals. Warner has a similar idea, which is enormous if an entertainment platform wants to move TV projects to their streaming services.
In an interview with WSJ, producer Mike Schur (“The Office” and “The Good Place)” says he is concerned about the business model Disney is using in their business deals.
“There’s a deal you make when you create a show. You guys own most of it, but I own some of it. Together we’re going to go out into the marketplace and sell it to the person who offers the most money,” Mr. Schur said. “The most strident capitalists in the world are the ones opposing a free market,” he added.
Overall
Very few shows land syndication deals. But, under this new streaming business model, it will get tough. There are no incentives to get up to 100 episodes. But, some producers are not complaining saying there is more freedom in creating fewer episodes.
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For the fourth year in a row, AT&T, Tribeca Film Festival and Tribeca Film Institute are looking for the best-unproduced movie with AT&T Presents: Untold Stories.
From AT&T Untold Stories:
“The aspiring filmmaker from an underrepresented community who impresses the Greenlight Committee of professionals will receive a $1 million grant, gain access to mentorship from industry leaders, premiere their film at the Tribeca Film Festival, and more including the opportunity for distribution on AT&T’s video services.”
“AT&T Presents: Untold Stories remains – after four years – one of the only programs out there that offers diverse, underrepresented filmmakers the chance to turn their vision into a feature-length film, premiere it at one of the world’s most popular film festivals and get it distributed,” says Fiona Carter, Chief Brand Officer, AT&T Communications who serves as the Greenlight Committee chair. “That’s the power of AT&T, and why I am so excited to work with Tribeca and these amazing filmmakers to bring audiences these stories.”
How to apply:
Submit a feature-length screenplay that could premiere within 12 months.
Complete one application that includes one full sample of your prior work. Applicants must have previous writing and/or directing experience. There is no entry fee to apply.
Applications will be screened to select up to 5 finalists who will pitch their untold stories live at the Tribeca Film Festival before our Greenlight Committee in April 2020.
We’ll pour over your work and pick our favorite in April 2020… and the rest is history (in the making).
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An upcoming feature film is now casting talent in Australia.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Coober Pedy, Australia. Details for the movie have not been released. However, Heesom Casting is now casting talent including speaking roles for ‘Mortal Kombat’ sequel.
Producers are seeking the following types:
ASIAN Men, Women and Children for PAID WORK in a major feature film shooting in the area soon!
Warner Bros. has set to release its new “Mortal Kombat” movie for March 5, 2021, with James Wan producing and Simon McQuoid directing. New Line Cinema’s 1995 “Mortal Kombat” feature film made over $120 million worldwide and its sequel, “Mortal Kombat: Annihilation,” took in $50 million two years later. Midway released the video game in 1992 with a game centering on the monk Liu Kang fighting to save the planet from an evil magician.
How to apply:
COOBER PEDY and SURROUNDS! Massive Casting Call for ASIAN Men, Women and Children for PAID WORK in a major feature film shooting in the area soon! 1 days PAID WORK on an extremely exciting film set!! You’ll have the absolute time of your life.
If this is you, or someone you know, please urgently get in touch with us ASAP by emailing [email protected] with:
– your name
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– a head and shoulders and long shot of yourself (can be taken with a phone)
Please title your email:
“Coober Pedy Extra – [insert your name]”
Thanks so much! And looking forward to seeing your photos!
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NB: due to the volume of emails we receive, only those successful in the application process can be contacted. Please send reduced file photos and no longer that 2MB.
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In a recent interview with “The Telegraph,” he was asked a question regarding the upcoming film’s potential influence on violence.
The new Batman spinoff movie puts Phoenix in the role of Arthur Fleck, a struggling comedian who becomes tragically rejected by the world and goes crazy becoming the Joker. The movie is R-rated and has various scenes with portraying graphic violence. Film critic Robbie Collin asked Phoenix whether “Joker” “might perversely end up inspiring exactly the kind of people it’s about, with potentially tragic results.”
Phoneix was reportedly shocked by the question and walked off the interview replying: “Why? Why would you…? No, no.” The award-winning actor was said to have returned an hour later after being convinced by Warner Bros. executives to complete the interview. He never answered the question Collin had asked him before his departure. But, Phoenix had previously declared that the violence in the movie would be more “visceral and raw” in comparison to other superhero movies. That said, he explained, “You always want it to feel real, and you want the little violence that we have to have an impact,” Phoenix said. “What happens in a lot of movies is that you get numb to it, you’re killing 40,000 people, you don’t feel it. While being a fictional story in a fictional world, you always want it to feel real. Everything that happens in this movie as far as violence goes, you feel it.”
It is not the first time Phoenix walked off a production. The movie’s director Todd Phillips revealed that the 44-year-old actor had done the same thing on set as well.
“In the middle of the scene, he’ll just walk away and walk out. And the poor other actor thinks it’s them and it was never them. It was always him, and he just wasn’t feeling it.”
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