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Netflix's 'We Can Be Heroes' Open Casting Call

Netflix’s ‘We Can Be Heroes’ Open Casting Call

An upcoming Robert Rodriguez feature film is now casting military types in Austin, Texas.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Austin, Texas.

Producers are seeking the following types:

We are in need of CLEAN CUT Military type TALL Men and Women to be EXTRAS in a Robert Rodriguez film. The men who submit should be 6’0″ or taller. And the Women…

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The 2019 Oscars will feature the first new category since the animated feature prize joined the ceremony in 2002: Next February, the award for Best Popular Film (which is still a nebulously defined, hard-to-understand title) will join the other 24 categories for the first time ever.

But if the Academy is going to start awarding prizes in new categories, there are so many other things it could be rewarding, things that actually have something to do with the craft of making films, not just an arbitrary distinction between “popular” films and everything else.

Some of those categories are ones that Hollywood folks have been requesting for ages. Others have only recently become trendy causes. But if the Oscars want to expand, here are six categories they should prioritize over “Best Popular Film.”

Finally, an Oscar for Mission: Impossible. Paramount

If the Academy’s (dubious) goal in creating a “Best Popular Film” category of some kind is to bring more recognition to films with broader audience appeal — and to get people interested in the Oscars who gravitate toward big-budget fare — stunt coordination would be a stellar addition to the roster of categories. As with some of the other technical races, like those for Costume Design, Makeup, and Special Effects, stunts are usually the purview of films with a big enough budget to pay for them.

And as with those other technical categories, if the stunts are great, you notice them. The people who coordinate the stunts are usually seasoned stunt performers themselves, and their job is multifaceted: Often they both cast the stunt performers (which requires finding both a specific skill set and, in some cases, physical resemblance to the actor they’re doubling) and figure out how to execute the stunt safely and with maximum impact. That deserves recognition — especially since great stunts can and often do elevate a movie with otherwise predictable plotting, dialogue, and even performances into something memorably mind-blowing.

Some recent possible winners of this category: Darrin Prescott (Baby Driver, Black Panther, the John Wick movies), Wade Eastwood (Mission: Impossible — Rogue Nation, Edge of Tomorrow), Sam Hargrave (Atomic Blonde, Captain America: Civil War), Glenn Suter (Mad Max: Fury Road)

Imagine Moonlight winning an Oscar for how effortlessly it found mostly unknown actors to play instantly iconic parts. A24

There’s long been a call for the Oscars to add a “Best Ensemble Cast” award, similar to the Screen Actors Guild’s ensemble prizes for the casts of films and TV shows. But ensemble awards often struggle to figure out which actors to include and which to leave behind when it’s time to hand out prizes. (The SAG Awards make incredibly arbitrary cutoffs — like if you share a billing card with another actor, you’re ineligible — because there’s basically no other way to adjudicate such a prize.)

And then there’s the problem of, if all of the actors in a cast win the ensemble prize, do they all automatically become Oscar winners? The Academy likes to make the idea of winning an acting prize somewhat selective, which would go out the window in this scenario.

But you know what a good way to reward an ensemble cast where each and every actor was perfectly chosen would be? Awarding the casting agents who selected those actors for their roles. This would help explain the process of how your favorite actors wind up in certain movies, and winners would probably alternate between movies where a bunch of famous actors were terrifically suited to their specific roles (like The Shape of Water) to movies where the casting directors had to find unknowns to perfectly inhabit the characters (like Moonlight).

There’s danger that this award would just become the “largest cast” award — something like The Post might be hard to avoid honoring — but hey, it’s not like other Oscar categories don’t occasionally award the most of something, rather than the best.

Some recent possible winners of this category: Robin D. Cook for The Shape of Water; Yesi Ramirez for Moonlight; Kerry Barden, John Buchan, Jason Knight, and Paul Schnee for Spotlight; Beth Sepko for Boyhood; Lindsay Graham and Mary Vernieu for American Hustle

Oscar! Winner! Jim! Cummings! As! Winnie! The! Pooh! Laurie Sparham/Disney

Voice acting is most frequently associated with animated movies, so there’s an argument to be made that honoring voice acting separately from the “real” acting categories further ghettoizes a medium that already has a hard time breaking into the top-tier Oscar categories. But that argument overlooks the fact that, in addition to its rich history in animation, voice acting is an increasingly important part of modern live-action film.

This is especially true as movies continue to embrace the use of computer-generated characters within a live-action environment. This year alone, a Voice Performance category would hold the potential for an ursine showdown between Ben Whishaw (for Paddington 2) and journeyman Jim Cummings (for Christopher Robin), not to mention a handful of big names who provided CGI character voices for Avengers: Infinity War (Bradley Cooper, Carrie Coon, and, erm, Vin Diesel? Maybe not that last one.)

But more crucially, this category would also be a way to honor less recognizable faces who have nonetheless been integral in the characterization of many cultural icons, like the aforementioned Cummings (who’s been voicing Winnie the Pooh since 1988, in addition to several dozen other animated characters) and puppeteering legend Frank Oz, responsible not only for most of your favorite Muppets, but Yoda himself. Hell, the opportunity to give Frank Oz an Oscar should on its own be reason enough for this category to exist.

Some recent possible winners of this category: Frank Oz (as Yoda in Star Wars Episode VII: The Last Jedi), Dwayne Johnson (as Maui in Moana), Ben Kingsley (as Archibald Snatcher in The Boxtrolls), Phyllis Smith (as Sadness in Inside Out), Scarlett Johansson (as Samantha in Her), Alan Tudyk (as King Candy in Wreck-It Ralph)

Andy Serkis should have at least an Oscar nomination by now for his groundbreaking motion-capture work. 20th Century Fox

It’s impossible to propose a motion-capture Oscar without talking about Andy Serkis, whose work as Gollum in the Lord of the Rings films helped establish the notion that a motion-capture performance could be just that — a performance — rather than a technical exercise. His subsequent mo-cap roles in King Kong and especially the excellent recent Planet of the Apes trilogy have ensured that every year in which there is an Andy Serkis mo-cap performance has been a year in which people wonder whether this is the year the Academy will deign to nominate him in the acting category.

Serkis himself has said that the Academy has been nudging its members toward recognizing motion-capture performance, so why not just cut to the chase and make it a breakout acting category?

And it wouldn’t just be the Honorary Andy Serkis award, either (though he likely would and should be a winner in this category). Motion capture — and its close cousin, motion reference, which could be folded into the same Oscar category — has become an increasingly common component of filmmaking in recent years.

Several of the most, ahem, popular films of the last decade have relied heavily on actors doing motion capture, from Lord of the Rings and Avatar to this year’s Ready Player One and Avengers: Infinity War. So if the Academy is indeed looking for ways to recognize more blockbuster films, why not honor a performance medium that’s increasingly at the heart of those very films?

Some recent possible winners of this category: Andy Serkis (as Caesar in War for the Planet of the Apes and/or as Snoke in Star Wars: The Last Jedi), Lupita Nyong’o (as Maz Kanata in Star Wars: The Force Awakens), Sean Gunn and/or Bradley Cooper (as Rocket Raccoon in Guardians of the Galaxy), Zoe Saldana (as Neytiri in Avatar)

Lady Bird was director Greta Gerwig’s solo feature film directorial debut, and she didn’t win anything for it. Let’s create a category to rectify THAT issue. A24

It’s hard enough to make a great movie, but coming right out of the gate with a stellar debut is especially difficult. Most first-time feature directors — even those who had thriving careers as actors or in television — are still relatively unknown quantities to the often risk-averse purse-string controllers, which means lower budgets, tighter timeframes, and possibly less artistic freedom.

Many first-time directors end up going the indie route with limited budgets — and when their films break through the noise, it feels like a miracle. A new director often rattles the cages, challenging conventional films in a way that audiences and critics alike respond to. And it usually takes a fresh vision and distinctive voice to pull that off.

But without the name recognition of more established directors, who command attention before their films have even been seen, a first film doesn’t always get the Oscar campaign push it might need. A Best First Film category would even the playing field, and also help bring attention to movies by a more diverse set of filmmakers than the Oscars have typically honored, setting them up for future success.

Some recent possible winners of this category: Lady Bird, Get Out, The Act of Killing, The Babadook, The Witch, Dear White People

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Hear us out. At this point in the zeitgeist, trailers can often have as much cultural impact as the films they are made to promote. The best of them can spawn entirely new trailer sub-genres and continue to impact the cultural conversation years later.

Don’t believe us? Look at the Ringer’s recent bracket for the greatest trailer ever made, which ended in a battle between two of the most iconic trailers in history, Inception and The Social Network. Both examples show how a trailer can shift our cultural language and our cinematic language, while still remaining relevant nearly a decade later — all thanks to powerful editing, an almighty backing track, and a spark of creative innovation. That’s the kind of feat that can get diluted over the course of two hours.

The omission of the technical awards presentation from the Oscars’ televised ceremony means there’s even more need for a Best Trailer category, since trailers are a synthesis of technical achievements, editing, sound design, and cinematic magic.

Plus, the creators of the best trailers go overlooked even as their films get love. Not many people know that the iconic Inception BWAAAAAM, which originated from its trailer, was created not by Inception composer Hans Zimmer but by the trailer composer, Zack Hemsey.

Are you outraged that this information has been kept from you for the past eight years? There’s a simple solution: Add a Best Trailer category to the Oscars and give more geniuses their due.

Some recent possible winners of this category: Skyfall, Mad Max: Fury Road, Gravity, Blade Runner: 2049, It Comes At Night, Get Out

Original Source -> Forget Best Popular Film. Here are 6 new categories the Oscars actually need.

via The Conservative Brief

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#CastingCall Beth Sepko Casting & Third Coast Extras looking to cast REAL DRAG QUEENS! Austin, TX #twool9

#CastingCall Beth Sepko Casting & Third Coast Extras looking to cast REAL DRAG QUEENS! Austin, TX #twool9

Beth Sepko Casting & Third Coast Extras El Rey network is producing a reality series inspired by the book REBEL WITHOUT A CREW by Robert Rodriguez. For this series 5 filmmakers have been selected to follow Robert’s example of making a feature film for $7,000 and in only 3 weeks. The process / journey / […] The post Beth Sepko Casting & Third Coast Extras looking to cast REAL DRAG QUEENS! Austin,…

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Back from Dallas, had a great audition for ABC - now taking pictures, designing websites, and casting for CODE OF EVIL - some great submissions coming in! http://codeofevil.com

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Major TV Series Open Casting Call for the LEAD Speaking Role

Major TV Series Open Casting Call for the LEAD Speaking Role

Casting call for the lead TV speaking role in Austin, Texas. Beth Sepko Casting is now casting the lead speaking role for a major TV series. Producers are seeking the following types: -Female -Latina -Age range: Early 20’s -Naturally beautiful/ drop dead gorgeous -Physically fit -Alluring, Confident and Smart -Some Spanish speaking required Details surrounding the production have not been…

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$2,000 Commercial Texas Open Casting Call

$2,000 Commercial Texas Open Casting Call

An upcoming commercial is now casting talent in Austin, Texas.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in January 2020 in Austin, Texas.

Producers are seeking the following types:

People who are inspired by a wide variety of loves & obsessions from people of all ages and ethnicities in and around Austin, Texas.

How to apply:

*COMMERCIAL CASTING** What…

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'9-1-1 Lone Star' is Now Hiring Actors in Austin, Texas

‘9-1-1 Lone Star’ is Now Hiring Actors in Austin, Texas

‘9-1-1 Lone Star‘ casting call for photo doubles in Austin, Texas.

Casting directors are now hiring actors, models, and talent to work on Thursday, November 14th, Friday, November 15th and Saturday, November 16th in Austin, Texas.

Producers are seeking the following types:

Rob Lowe – 5’10”

Liv Tyler – 5’10”

Ronen Rubinstein – 5’11”

Jim Parrack – 6’4″

Natacha Karam – 5’4″

Raphael Silva – 6′

Brian…

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Robert Rodriguez's New Movie is Now Casting African American Texas Actors

Robert Rodriguez’s New Movie is Now Casting African American Texas Actors

An upcoming Robert Rodriguez feature film is now casting African American actresses in Austin, Texas.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on Monday, July 1st in Austin, Texas. However, according to Robert Rodriguez’s IMDB profile, he is now working on a new movie called “Machete Kills in Space”. That movie stars Danny Trejo and is produced, written and directed by…

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Robert Rodriguez Film is Now Hiring Actors

Robert Rodriguez Film is Now Hiring Actors

An upcoming Robert Rodriguez feature film is now hiring actors in Austin, Texas.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Austin, Texas. Details for the movie have not been released. However, according to Robert Rodriguez’s IMDB profile, he is now working on a new movie called “Machete Kills in Space”. That movie stars Danny Trejo and is produced,…

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Commercial Casting Call for Spider-Man Fans

Commercial Casting Call for Spider-Man Fans

Upcoming casting call for veterans who are Spider-Man fans.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on an upcoming commercial filming in Austin, Texas.

Producers are seeking the following:

Male or Female Veterans aged 30 to 50ish who have returned home from deployment somewhat recently and are no longer government employees or reservists.

Ideally, we are looking for a…

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An upcoming eyewear commercial is now casting multiple roles in Austin, Texas.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Austin, Texas.

Producers are seeking the following roles:

CONDUCTOR: a real conductor with experience, has to be able to conduct a group of 8 to 10 musicians. experience is required.

HOCKEY PLAYERS: around 10 or 12 years old, has…

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Barbie & Nickelodeon's Kids Choice Awards Commercial is Now Casting

Barbie & Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards Commercial is Now Casting

Barbie & Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards is now casting for an upcoming commercial.

Beth Sepko Casting is now casting talent for a promotional commercial for Barbie and Nickelodeon’s Kid Choice Awards. Casting directors are looking for physically disabled girls who require the use of wheelchairs or prosthetics. Auditions will take place in Austin, Texas on February 24th. No previous acting…

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$670/Day HEB Commercial Texas Casting Call for Real Military Soldiers

$670/Day HEB Commercial Texas Casting Call for Real Military Soldiers

Casting directors are now casting talent to work on an upcoming HEB commercial filming in Austin, Texas. Producers are casting the following types: We are looking to audition Men & Women who are non-active/former Military for an upcoming HEB Commercial. Age range 18-40 years old, Any ethnicity. Auditions will be held in Austin TOMORROW 10/25 only and Callbacks on Friday 10/27. Shoot Date: 11/2 in…

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Sandra Bullock's 'Bird Box' Casting Call for a Lead Speaking Role

Sandra Bullock’s ‘Bird Box’ Casting Call for a Lead Speaking Role

Bird Box starring Sandra Bullock is now casting the lead speaking role in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are now casting the lead speaking role for the new movie Bird Box, which stars Sandra Bullock. Filming will shoot in Austin, Texas and producers are seeking the following types: 4 to 6-year-old boy. No prior acting experience is required, but this is a lead role. We are looking for Caucasian…

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Rooster Teeth's 'BLOOD FEST' Open Casting Call in Texas

Rooster Teeth’s ‘BLOOD FEST’ Open Casting Call in Texas

Rooster Teeth’s BLOOD FEST casting call in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are looking for background extras to work on a new feature film from Rooster Teeth called BLOOD FEST. Filming will start in August and casting directors are casting the following roles: CHEERLEADER- Female, Age range: 18-25, Physically fit, Any ethnicity ZOMBIES- Male/ Female, Age range: 18-40, Any ethnicity About BLOOD…