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$750 Commercial Casting Call for African American Actors in Orlando, Florida

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Casting directors and producers are currently seeking African American male actors for a commercial filming in Orlando, Florida.

The Diamond Agency is currently seeking an African American male actor in his 60’s that know hows to play piano or another instrument. The talent will be compensated $750.

For more details, see the casting call below:

Working with a client needing an African American male in his 60’s! Must be able to play piano or another instrument. Pays $750!!
Project is casting and shoot in Orlando.
Please contact The Diamond Agency (Model & Talent) – 407.830.4040
***PLEASE SHARE THIS NOTE. WE HAVE ALMOST NO CHOICES FOR THE CLIENT. ANYONE WHO COMES TO MEET THE CLIENT ON 4/9 WILL HAVE AN EXCELLENT SHOT AT BOOKING.

ONLY CONTACT IF YOU MEET THE DESCRIPTION!

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Source: The Diamond Agency

BET “Being Mary Jane” Casting Call for a Featured Role in Atlanta

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BET’s hit television series ‘Being Mary Jane’ is back for a second season and casting directors are now casting for various roles on the television series.

BET’s ‘Being Mary Jane’ comes from the producers of the award-winning, BET comedy The Game. The hit series was recently renewed for a second season and features the talented Gabrielle Union.

‘Being Mary Jane’ centers on Mary Jane Paul, a successful TV news anchor who runs into modern day experiences that men and women can both understand and engage in. This intense drama shows Mary Jane juggling her life, her relationships, and her personal commitments.

Casting directors are currently seeking to cast an Asian female in her 40’s for a featured role.

For more details check out the casting call below:

For the TV series “Being Mary Jane” Season 2, we are casting an Asian female, ages 40s-50s, for a featured extra role as a wealthy woman at a multi-millionaire event. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA on 4/28/14. The rate is $75/8 hours with overtime after 8 hours.

To submit, please go to HyltonCasting.com, click on the label Submissions and select Extras. Please list “Millionaire” as the extra role you are applying for.

https://hyltoncasting.com/submissions/extras/

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Source: Hylton Casting

Web Video Casting Call for Several Kids and Adult Actors in Austin, Texas

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Casting directors for a Web Video are currently seeking talent in Austin Texas.

Michael Druck Casting posted a casting call looking for several different types of actors to work on a production filming in Austin, Texas.

Casting directors are looking for kids, and a military male actor for a shoot filming at the end of April and early May.

For more details, check the casting call notice below:

WEB VIDEO CASTING

NON UNION

AUSTIN, TEXAS

SHOOT DATE(S): TBD: END OF APRIL – EARLY MAY

MILITARY MALE WOULD SHOOT ONE DAY, KIDS 2 – 3 DAYS.

NO AUDITION/ DIRECTLY BOOKING OFF HEADSHOTS/PHOTOS

SEEKING

CAUCASIAN MALE

BODY TYPE: MILITARY BUILD

AGE RANGE: MID 20’S- EARLY 30’S

HAIR STYLE: MILITARY CREW CUT OR WILLING TO TRIM IF BOOKED

ALSO SEEKING 

LATINO/CAUCASIAN BOY

AGE RANGE: 5 YEARS OLD

LATINO GIRL

AGE RANGE: 8 YEARS OLD

RATE: THERE WOULD BE A BUYOUT FEE AND DAY RATE THAT IS TO BE DETERMINED. WE WANT TO GIVE THE CLIENT CHOICES ASAP. WILL NOTIFY RATE AS SOON AS IT BECOMES FINALIZED.

AT THIS TIME WE ARE TAKING NON-REPRESENTED SUBMISSIONS. THE CLIENT WILL BE REACHING OUT TO AGENTS DIRECTLY FOR REPRESENTED ACTORS. 

IF YOU ARE REPRESENTED PLEASE GO THROUGH YOUR AGENT.

FOR CONSIDERATION PLEASE EMAIL

[email protected]
AND INCLUDE TWO RECENT PHOTOS (FACE SHOT/BODY SHOT)

PLEASE PUT WEB VIDEO IN SUBJECT LINE AND PLEASE INCLUDE CONTACT INFO.

THANKS SO MUCH AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO

RECEIVING YOUR SUBMISSIONS!

-MDC

www.facebook.com/michaeldruckcasting

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Source: Michael Druck Casting

The Sundance Channel “Rectify” Extras Casting Call in Atlanta

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Casting director’s for The Sundance Channel’s television series “Rectifiy” are seeking a ton of extras to work on a scene filming tomorrow April 9th in Griffin, Georgia.

Extras Casting Atlanta posted a casting call looking for men with specific types of cars.  ‘Rectify’ centers on the story of a man released from prison after spending twenty years on death row. The series is created and written by Ray McKinnon from ‘Sons of Anarchy’ and is executive produced by the Emmy Award® winning producers behind Breaking Bad and the upcoming Halt and Catch Fire.
For more details see the casting call below:

For tomorrow in Griffin Ga — first early morning looking for men and women with cars that are darker – grey, blue, black etc… that have some on set driving experience – Then later morning looking for a caucasian male 18 or 19 years old and a hispanic male 18 or 19 years old — Also looking for a caucasian couple overweight – 30’s to 50’s for a very specific role as well as a caucasian male 40’s or 50’s and very slim — For all please send a clear recent photo and all contact info to: [email protected]

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Source: Extras Casting Atlanta

TheOnion.com Casting Call for Two New Roles in Chicago

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Producers and casting directors are currently seeking talent for a scene filming in Downtown Chicago.

4 Star Casting is currently looking to cast several different kind of roles for an upcoming short filming in Chicago.
The Onion is an American digital media company and news satire organization. It runs an entertainment website featuring satirical articles reporting on international, national, and local news.
Casting director are seeking a talent to portray “GOD” and a female actress to portray a wife.
See the following casting call details below:

GOD Casting Call

PROJECT: The Onion
NON-UNION EXTRA ROLES: See Descriptions Below
SHOOT DATE: 4/9 (possibly 4/10)
LOCATION: Chicago, The Onion Offices
RATE: $50/3
NOTE: You must be 18 years of age to submit

ROLE: GOD
AGE: 50s-60s
RACE: White
GENDER: Male
DESCRIPTION: Michael Angelo-type looking God figure. Older with a white beard. Handsome. Options without beard are welcome as well. Classically good looking if possible, a little muscular. Somebody with a very straight nose and high cheek bones.

If interested and available, please send an email to [email protected] and include:
1) The appropriate subject line
2) Your name, age, phone, email, height and weight
3) Attach a recent photo in jpeg format
You must be registered with us at www.4starcasting.com to be considered.

Wife Casting Call

PROJECT: The Onion
NON-UNION EXTRA ROLES: See Descriptions Below
LOCATION: Chicago, The Onion Offices
NOTE: You must be 18 years of age to submit

ROLE: Wife
SHOOT DATE: 4/9
RATE: $150/3
AGE: 50s
RACE: Caucasian or Ethnically Ambiguous
GENDER: Female
DESCRIPTION: She will be in bed, making love (kissing involved), but will be clothed under the sheets

If interested and available, please send an email to [email protected] and include:

1) The appropriate subject line

2) Your name, age, phone, email, height and weight

3) Attach a recent photo in jpeg format

You must be registered with us at www.4starcasting.com to be considered.

“Fathers and Daughters” Starring Russell Crowe Casting Call for Kids and Adults in Pittsburgh

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Producers for the upcoming feature film “Fathers and Daughters” is currently seeking kids and actors for upcoming scenes filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Fathers and Daughters” features Russell Crowe, Amanda Seyfried, Octavia Spencer, Aaron Paul and Diane Kruger.

The movie centers on a father and daughter living 25 years apart in New York City. Crowe will portray a famous novelist and widower struggling with mental illness as he tries to raise his 5-year-old daughter. Seyfried will portray the now-grown daughter in present-day Manhattan as she battles the aftermath of her troubled childhood.

Casting directors are looking for men who own tuxes for a scene this Sunday, April 13th and kids that are available for a scene this April 21st and April 24th.

For more details check the casting calls below:

Kids Casting Call

Extras ages 6-12 needed for feature film “Fathers and Daughters.” MUST be available on April 21 and/or April 24th. Expect to be on set for 9 hours or less. Pay is minimum wage for 8 hours and time and a half after that.

MUST be in or around the PITTSBURGH, PA area. Please do not submit if your child has already been used.

If interested, please email [email protected] put COPEN in the subject line. Please include a recent photo, name, age, and phone number.

Minors must be accompanied on set by a parent or guardian. If chosen, child labor forms will have to be filled out ASAP.

Please only submit if your child is between the ages of 6-12.

Thanks!

KT and Leila

Men with Tuxedos Casting Call

Men who own tuxes needed for scene this Sunday, April 13th. MUST NOT HAVE WORKED IN ANY OTHER SCENES OR CURRENTLY BE BOOKED FOR UPCOMING SCENES.

If interested and 100% available that day, please send your picture, name, phone number, suit jacket size and location to fathersanddaughterscasting@gmail.com ASAP. Please put “TUX” in subject line.
We will contact you if we can use you!

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Source: Mosser Casting

 

Ben Kahn Music Video Casting Call in New York City

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Casting directors and producers are now casting talent for an upcoming Ben Kahn music video filming in New York City.

Talent Powerhouse posted a casting call looking for male and female talents to be in an upcoming music video. Talents will be compensated $200 per day. Filming is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday April 12th and April 13th

Catch a glimpse of Ben Kahn in a previous music video below:

NYC – BEN KAHN Music Video
NON-UNION – Rate: $200 per shoot day TOTAL
Shoot: Saturday and Sunday April 12-13
[email protected]
GUY
Caucasian, late 20s. Good looking, dark personality,
a bit dangerous – think young, edgy Johnny Depp.
GIRL
Caucasian, 18-25, Perfect, bad girl, beautiful, dangerous,
but also “a vision of perfection” so angelic with a bad streak.

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Source: Talent Powerhouse

$500 Live Event Casting Call for Models in New York City

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Casting directors are now casting male and female models for a live event in New York City

Talent Powerhouse posted a casting call looking for models to work an event this Friday, April 25th in New York City.

Models will portray “social swing” dancers to be on the dance floor throughout the evening and must be able to mingle with the guests. All talents should be attractive and social.

For more details, see the casting call below:

NYC AREA – Live Project
Male and Female Models – Rate: $500
Auditions: Thurs. April 10th …Event date: Friday, April 25th, 2014
Seeking Beautiful and handsome models who move well for the roles below. All ethnicities.

The feel of the event will be a “night out” at the Stork Club in the 1930s.

BEAUTIFUL FEMALE AND HANDSOME MALE MODELS
to function as “Social Swing” dancers to be on the dance floor throughout
the evening and able to mingle with the guests. Should be very attractive
and social . Age 25-35. Note: This is NOT “swing” dancing that requires lifts. Will have orientation the day before the event.
Women should be 5’7″ and over, Men 5’11” and over. With NO shoes on.
[email protected]
need great pictures, runway types, include your height info when submitting and CONTACT !

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Source: Talent Powerhouse

$1000 Casino Commercial Casting Call in Houston, Texas

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Casting directors for an upcoming Casino commercial are seeking talent in Houston, Texas.

SouthwestCasting.com is casting a commercial for a casino in Louisiana. Casting directors are looking for Caucasian men, age 45-65, classy, debonair, successful-looking. (See the photos below)
This auditions TOMORROW, Wednesday April 9, 2014 in Houston.  Auditions are invitation only.
The shoot is April 16-17, 2014 in Lake Charles, LA and April 22, 2014 in Baton Rouge.
There is pay.  $1000/day for a 1-year buy, which includes both video and still photography.
Production will pay for gas for out of town talent.
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For more details and how to apply, e!

CW “The Originals” is Now Seeking to Hire Real Baby Nurses in Atlanta

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Casting directors are looking for a real baby nurse for The Originals filming outside of Atlanta, Georgia.

Tammy Smith Casting is looking to hire someone to work as soon as tomorrow. They are looking to hire a real baby nurse (maternity/OBGYN) to be the television series on-set nurse during the scenes with their new born babies. The person must be a current or former licenses nurse that has experince working in a maternity or OBGYN.

For more details, see the casting call below:

***SPECIALIZED POSTING***
for “The Originals”- REAL BABY NURSE NEEDED.
starting tomorrow , 4/9
in CONYERS, GEORGIA- DAYTIME FILMING

***PLEASE READ CAREFULLY**8

***ALSO- Please SHARE this post- we would greatly appreciate spreading the word!
We need to hire someone for tomorrow ASAP!.

We are looking to hire a REAL Baby Nurse (Maternity/OBGYN) to be on our on-set nurse during the scenes with our newborn babies.
This person MUST be a current or former licensed NURSE that has worked in Maternity / OBGYN

Pay rate is $25/hr and the days will most likely be 8 hr days

NOTE: ideally we would like to have the same person for all the days, but we understand we may need to hire a few different nurses to cover different days, especially if you are a current nurse!!
The work dates as of now are as follows:
Tomorrow, Wed 4/9, Thurs 4/10, Mon 4/14, Tues 4/15, Wed 4/16, Mon 4/21, Tues 4/22 & Wed 4/23
Our work schedule will be primarily during the day, and sometimes our scenes go later at night (but NOT overnight)

Please EMAIL ASAP to [email protected]
and put “REAL BABY NURSE” in the subject.

Then please list the following:
NAME
Phone Number
Email address
CITY and STATE where you live (to verify you are local…this Facebook page is followed by people from all over
AND
LIST your experience, years, etc…

Please ALSO list your availability (if you are open, just put “open” or if you have only certain days off, then list those.
Our work schedule will be primarily during the day, and sometimes our scenes go later at night (but NOT overnight)

Note: IF you have a photo of yourself, it would nice if you could include it, just so we can put a face with your info, but it is not mandatory!

NOTE: YOU MUST BE WILLING TO WORK IN CONYERS as a LOCAL

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Source: Tammy Smith Casting

“Black Mass” Starring Johnny Depp Open Casting Call in Boston

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This weekend casting directors are  holding an Open Casting Call for Black Mass in the Boston area.

Johnny Depp will star in the film as the infamous mobster Whitey Bulger. Dakota Johnson, Juno Temple, Jesse Plemons, Joel Edgerton, and Guy Pearce also star.

“Black Mass” centers on the true story of Billy Bulger, Whitey Bulger, FBI agent John Connelly and the FBI’s witness protection program that was created by J. Edgar Hoover [IMDB].

The casting call  is scheduled for  Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 180 Mount Vernon St in Dorchester, MA.

Producers are looking for men, women, and children of all ethnicities and types.

Check out more details in the flyer below.

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Can’t make it to the Open Casting Call? Here is how you can apply!

Due to the large response to the open casting call, casting directors have made it possible for actors to submit by mail to the casting call. Follow the directions below for more details!

It’s best if you come to the casting call, but if you absolutely can’t make it, you should go
to www.cpcasting.com 
and click on
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A SIZE CARD
Print it out, fill it out, and mail it (regular mail only) to:
C.P. Casting
537 Tremont St.
Boston, MA 02116
ATTN: “Black Mass”

UPDATE: Kids Speaking Role Casting Call

CP Casting – Seeking boy from New England with blond, dirty blond, strawberry blond or red hair between the ages of 6 and 9 who can read well and learn lines and isn’t shy for a speaking role in the Warner Bros. Feature Film “Black Mass” starring Johnny Depp.

Please submit a current and clear photograph with child’s name, date of birth, parent’s name, cell phone #, home phone #, email address to:

[email protected]
Subject: Child’s name, parent’s name, email

Please include in the body of the email that you were referred by Jodi Purdy.

You are encouraged to attend CP Castings Open Call being held on Saturday 4/12 or Sunday, 4/13 to be seen by the casting directors.

Please keep in mind that you may not hear back for several weeks and even months regarding this role. Casting this role is not necessarily happening before production begins; so your patience is imperative!

Please do not call or send multiple emails, one email is all that is necessary for consideration. Do not submit to this email address for any other role.

If you have questions regarding the casting process for feature films, feel free to contact me personally.

Thank you and best of luck!!!

Please note the Open Casting Call is for all ages and all types! Also looking for vehicles from the 70’s and 80’s.

Will you be attending the open casting call? Leave us a comment below and let us know!

(h/t On Location Casting)

 

Want to Move to New York for Your Career? Watch this Video First

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Nothing Is Funnier Than These New York Subway Passengers Trapped In A Moving Car With A Rat

New York City has some of the biggest rats in the world. The rats are about the size of small cats and are packed full of diseases, bacteria, and garbage.

According to a recent estimate biologists estimate that there are 4 rats for every person in New York City. That makes out to be 32 million rats.

Because rats are elusive by nature, public health officials have not developed any reliable way to estimate the prevalence of rats in the city. An often-repeated statistic is that there are more rats than people in the five boroughs of New York City (8.3 million), though some estimate the number as far higher, as many as four rats per person (32 million).

Now imagine being stuck in a moving train to your next audition when you see a rat. There is nowhere to go, until the next stop. Well this is exactly what happened to these New Yorkers:

So, as long as you don’t have a fear of rats, then you should do perfectly fine in New York City!

What did you think of the video? Leave us a comment below and discuss!

Watch A Dutch Journalist Fall Off A Large Boat During An Interview [VIDEO]

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Reporter Overboard!

Watch a reporter go through a walking approach shot aboard a large ship in the Netherlands before sitting down for an interview with a local mayor. But, it does not end very well.

Kudos to the sound guy for recording sound instead of trying to save the reporter’s life. I guess “never stop filming” is taken literally all around the world.

What do you think of the video? Would you have tried to save her? Leave us a comment below!

“Max” MGM Feature Film Casting Call for Lead Speaking Role Casting Call

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MGM Feature Film “MAX” is currently holding a casting search for a lead speaking  role in the movie.

The film is inspired by true events. A Belgian Shepherd Malinois military working dog returns from active service in Afghanistan traumatized by his handler’s death. Erratic and dangerous, Max is adopted by the bereaved family and bonds with the Marine’s troubled 14-year old brother. Together they unravel the secret behind his brother’s death and pull a family together again.

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Casting directors are looking for young teen actresses for the MGM feature film. Auditions will be held this week throughout Texas.

For more details, see the casting call below:

** CASTING UPDATE **

Brock/Allen Casting is searching for Young Teen Actresses for MGM Feature Film – MAX

** PAID SPEAKING ROLE **
We will be auditioning in these cities:
Austin, Texas: Tuesday April 8, 2014
Houston, Texas: Thursday April 10, 2014
San Antonio, Texas: Saturday April 12, 2014

Synopsis:
MAX is a family adventure film from MGM Studios and is inspired by true events. The story is about a dog working in Afghanistan alongside Marines and returns from service after his handler is killed. The man’s devastated family adopts the dog, who is erratic and still suffering from the traumas of war. The dog ends up bonding with and helping the family’s troubled 14-year-old son, Justin. Together they unravel the secret behind his brother’s death and help to pull the family together again.

Character Info:
CARMEN – Female; 14-15 years old; Hispanic. She is Chuy’s cousin. Rebellious and smart, she loves animals and understands them well. She’s grown up with older brothers, so can hold her own with any group of boys she finds herself in the middle of. (LEAD) — MUST BE COMFORTABLE WITH DOGS.

** To schedule an audition, please have your parent/guardian send us an email to: [email protected]. **

** Subject Line of Email – MAX – (Name of Character and Audition City)

In the email, please include: Your Name, Name of Parent/Guardian and Parent/Guardian’s phone number and email, Your Age, Date of Birth, City you live in, City you would like to audition and a current Photo (JPEG, please).

** No submissions of anyone 18 years of age or older will be accepted **

Thank You!!!
Brock/Allen Casting

Movie Filming in Atlanta is Seeking Stand-ins

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Casting directors and producers in Atlanta are currently seeking a stand-in for a movie filming in Atlanta.

New Life Casting posted a casting call looking for a caucasian male actor to work as a stand-in.

Details surrounding the project have not been released, yet. But, we will keep you updated.

For more details, see the casting call below:

NLC is searching for a caucasian male, 6’2″, bald, 30-40 years of age to be a stand in for a movie shooting in ATL. Please submit yourself to www.newlifecasting.com and in the block where it says “tell us about yourself”put stand in. Thanks.

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Source: New Life Casting

“Scouts vs Zombies” Feature Film Casting Call for Kids in Los Angeles

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Upcoming feature film “Scouts vs Zombies’ is now casting actors in the Los Angeles area.

Christopher Landon is directing the horror comedy. The movie centers on the eve of their last camp out, three scouts discover the true meaning of friendship when they attempt to save their town from a zombie outbreak. Morgan will play the nerd in the group who is is secure in his comfort zone, but awkward to the rest of the world. Todd Garner, Andy Fickman, Betsy Sullenger and Bryan Brucks are producing.

Sande Alessi Casting is looking for overweight kids ages 9 to 14 for scenes in the movie. Filming will take place on April 23rd in Los Angeles.

For more details, see the casting call below:

SAG OR NON UNION CASTING NOTICE-Shoots on “Scouts Vs. Zombies” Shoots on 4-23-14 in Los Angeles. Rate is 158/8. If child is not work permitted, we still have time to get a permit. Must live in the LA area to work on this show.

Overweight Boy: Age 9-14 years old – MUST be overweight. Please email a photo, age of child and contact info for parent to: [email protected] Subject line should read: CHUBBY BOY

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Source: Sande Alessi Casting

Vince Vaughn’s “Term Life” Feature Film Acting Audition for Kid Actors in Atlanta

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Producers for the new feature film ‘Term Life’ Starring Vince Vaughn and Hailee Steinfeld are now casting kid talents in Atlanta, Georgia.

‘Term Life’ centers on a guy wanted around town by the Mafia and various hit men hopes to stay alive long enough for his life insurance policy to kick in and pay out for his estranged daughter.
For more details see the casting call below:

Also for Thursday and Friday we are looking for a 6 year old girl caucasian brown hair – or reddish brown hair — ideally some set experience – can take direction — needs to be available Thursday and Friday 4/10 and 4/11 – late nights and possibly for an interview/audition tomorrow – Email a recent photo and all contact info to: [email protected]

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Source: Extras Casting Atlanta

Lionel Messi Feature Film Nationwide Casting Call for Lead Role

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Filming is currently taking place for a brand new movie about Lionel Messi’s life story.

The movie is set to hit cinemas in time for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and it is being made by Spanish director Alex de la Iglesia.

The film will be based on Luca Caioli’s book ‘Messi’, which features interviews with the player’s former coaches, family and team-mates, as well as the man himself.

With that as the backdrop, pictures have come out on Friday of the child actor playing the role of Lionel Messi in the feature film.

Casting directors are looking for talents to portray a younger version of Leo Messi.

For more details, see the casting call below:

Nationwide – feature film
all expenses paid to Los Angeles, Argentina and Spain
child and parent must have valid passports !
SHOOT STARTS MAY 28, pay rate SAG Scale
ROLE OF YOUNG LEO MESSI
Male, Caucasian 12-16. A soft spoken and shy kid from
Argentina who becomes a world superstar.
He is a true person, google him for more reference.

Bilingual – English and Spanish preferred but most
important thing is that he looks like Messi.
Lionel ‘Leo’ Messi was born on the 24th June 1987
and is an Argentine football player who currently
plays for FC Barcelona in Spain. Messi is the captain
of his national team, Argentina, and plays predominantly
as a forward. This will be the story leading up to that.
Talent kid must look like the picture.
[email protected]

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Source: Miami Talent Casting

HBO ‘Game of Thrones’ Breaks Viewership Ratings with Season 4 Premiere

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Game of Thrones is continuing to grow a huge audience.

Game of Thrones is HBO’s most watched series and it’s return for their fourth season last Sunday night, is already breaking previous viewership records.

The 9 p.m. premiere earned 6.6 million viewers. That is up 2.2 million viewers from last season’s 4.4 million premiere. The episode now ranks as HBO’s most watched series since the 2007 series finale of The Sopranos. 

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the number of viewers increased by another 1.6 million viewers for he 11 p.m. to a total of 8.2 million.

Last year saw Game of Thrones eclipse True Blood as HBO’s biggest series, grossing an average 14.4 million viewers every week thanks to live plays, encores, On Demand and HBO Go views. Speaking of HBO Go, the streaming service crashed for the second time in a month on Sunday night. Interest in Game of Thrones, like the True Detective finale, saw usage surge and temporary crashes on many platforms.

Game of Thrones‘ latest increase can be at least partially chalked up to the series’ success with binge watchers. Game of Thrones‘ first three seasons are available on HBO Go, and the drama also holds the title of TV’s most pirated series. Last season’s episodes notched as many as 5.9 million downloads according to BitTorrent.

The other HBO series did not do nearly as well but they benefited from the Game of Thrones fans. HBO’s new television series Silicon Valley had their biggest half-hour launch with 2 million viewers. While the HBO’s VEEP averaged about 1 million viewers.

Did you watch Game of Thrones last Sunday? Share with us your thoughts in the comments below!

‘House of Cards’ May Continue to Film in Maryland After $15 Million Dollar Incentive Passes

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The $15 million dollar incentives debate may almost be over.

The producers of the Netflix series had threatened to move production of the third season elsewhere if they were not given another $15 million dollars in benefits.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the House of Cards will continue production in Maryland after the state’s House of Delegates approved legislation last Monday.  The legislation boosts funding for movie and TV tax incentives to $18.5 million from the previous $7.5 million. This raises the cap any one show can receive to up to $15 million.

The Senate must still reconfirm (however, on March 17 it supported a similar version of the bill by a vote of 45 to 1, with one abstention), and Governor Martin O’Malley must sign, but both are expected to happen. Due to term limits the governor is about to leave office.

The producers of the Netflix series starring Kevin Spacey (who is also a producer on the show), Media Rights Capital, set off a controversy in February when they sent a letter to O’Malley seeking $15 million for the coming third season of the show, after the first two seasons were shot in Maryland.

The show received $26 million in financial incentives during the first two seasons but the state was on the verge of reducing the amount available. The legislature is now boosting that amount again, in part by moving $2.5 million that was to go to the arts, to the film program [THR].

The executive producer for ‘House of Cards’ wrote a letter to the governor and the speaker of the House, threatening to tear down sets in Baltimore and film elsewhere. The show used the House chamber in Annapolis as a set, as well as several spaces in the Baltimore Sun building.

Production was halted until June, in order to see if the state could come up with additional funding.

If ‘House of Cards’ did leave Maryland, where would you like for it to film? Share us your story below in the comments!