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Posted by Rachel Galvin on January 24, 2012 at 1:05pm
REVIEW: "Red Tails"
Posted by Rachel Galvin on January 20, 2012 at 1:04am
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"Pain and Gain"
Must be experienced. Submit professional headshot/ resume to TYSUMAGENCY@AOL.COM. Check with your agent first and see if they sent you out! If not, have them do it!
Breakdown:
017 – [African American Nurse] 28 to 60; Big, “Serious as a heart-attack,” African American
018 – [Branch Manager (Bahamas)] 40 to 60; Male, Caucasian, British or Bahamian
019 – [Bank Manager] 40 to 60; Caucasian
020 – [Female Bank Manager] 35 to 50; Bahamian, Caribbean female
021 – [Beautiful Blonde] 18 to 35, beautiful blonde woman
022 – [ Beauty Pageant Emcee] 40 to 70; Cheesy looking guy with a toupee
023 – [Bouncer at Solid Gold] 30 to 50; Large man, intimidating in Tuxedo
024 – [Brad MacCallister] 40 to 60; Well-to-do, white bread. Think “Palm Beach” or a wealthy man of the Hebrew Persuasion
025 – [Cabbie] 35 to 60; Scruffy Bahamian man, typical Bahamian cab driver. The cab driver drops off Daniel Lugo at the Bank of the Bahamas
026 – [Cuban Kennel Worker] 50 to 70; old Cuban kennel worker who finds a dog covered in blood at the track and Schiller living in one of the dog houses
027 – [Esther Toth (housekeeper)] 50-70; older, white-haired woman. Can be any ethnicity: Hispanic, African-American, Caucasian, etc.
028 – [FBI Agent] 35-50; Clean-cut, strong man investigating the murders
029 – [Grillman at Taqueria] 25-70; Hispanic, character, scruffy, typical Miami, Spanish speaking
030 – [Hefty Schlotzky’s Girl]18- 25; hefty girl, acne a plus, who is being questioned by the investigator, Ed Dubois.
031 – [Home Depot Cashier] 30-60, character, Male or female, home depot cashier who rings up Lugo as he is leaving Home Depot
032 – [Home Depot Exchange Lady] 45- 60;matronly woman, character, any ethnicity.
033 – [Leister Spig] 30-50; character, large man, any ethnicity, stunts a plus, rough around the edges. He is a hired assassin who bungles the job .
034 – [Motel Clerk] 25-45; skinny male motel clerk who gets intimidated by Doorbal before he and Lugo steal the file for room 219 and stumble upon a copy of Ed Dubois’ driver’s license.
035 – [Naïve Conventioneer] 30-50; aspiring, yet naïve, business man who gets ripped off by Lugo.
036 – [Naughty Schoolgirl] 18-22; stripper at Solid Gold defined as African-American woman who lap dances Paul Doyle. This could also be an Asian or Latin exotic.
037 – [Neighbor Jim] 40’s; Caucasian, memorable “upper class looks”.
038 – [PASTOR RANDY] Late 50s, an aging neo-hippie who runs a halfway house and leads the “Congregation of Light” church. He has a good gig, making the newly freed ex-cons clean his church for him. He tries to help PAUL DOYLE but ends up turning him over to the cops…3 scenes, 1 speech, 5 lines (THIS WILL PROBABLY BE A CAMEO FROM SOMEONE LIKE BUSCHEMI, SO LETS THROW OUR BEST CHARACTER ACTORS AT THIS ONE)
039 – [Pony Tail] 30-45; character, tan guy with a ponytail, drives a pick-up truck and gets in an accident with Doyle. ( IS PATRICK CHERRY STILL IN THE BUSINESS? )
041 – [Prosecutor] 35-45; female , tough and assertive attorney involved in the investigation.
042 – [RAIMONDO] 30s to 40s, Hispanic. A seasoned “cleaner” who specializes in the removal and disposal of dead bodies. He is a professional and knows amateurs when he sees them…1 scene, 1 speech, 7 lines (ALL OF THE BEST CHARACTER ACTORS FOR THIS ONE)
043 – [Real Doctor] 40-60, Dr. Lowenstein, Mark Schiller’s primary care physician who is questioned by Daniel Lugo about the location on Mark Schiller (dressed as a fake doctor) – PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS DOES NOT HAVE TO BE REAL DOCTOR BUT SHOULD BE A GOOD ACTOR
044 – [Realtor] 30-45; female realtor, attractive, Caucasian
045 – [Reverend] 40’s to 50’s; sweet-looking, older man who is the reverend officiating the wedding between Adrian and Cindy
046 – [Rusty (9 year old)] Skinny, wimpy/nerdy, non-athletic, possibly a red-head
047 – [Sears Mower Salesman] 30-55; over-the-top, go-getter, could be character, any ethnicity
048 – [Spy Shop Clerk] 40-60; wannabe James Bond, computer nerd (WHERE IS LAIRD STUART?)
049 – [Tiffany] Teen, gym associate who will be visible in many scenes
050 – [Waitress at Solid Gold] 18-25; any variety of model/actress that would believably work in a strip bar. Could be overly busty, would look smoking hot in a scantily clad outfit.
Talent Must Submit: their suggested role(s). Separate by Union, Non-Union and SAG Eligible.
Sign in, set up your own page with picture and video, email others and start networking!!!
FEATURE STORIES, TIDBITS
Billy Corben has become well known for his unique subject matter tackling the history of the drug culture and other controversial topics with a first person focus and rapid fire editing style that really brings you into the movie. Some of his features include: "Cocaine Cowboys," "Limelight," "Square Grouper," "The U" and others. He is currently working on developing an HBO series based on "Cocaine Cowboys" with Michael Bay and Jerry Bruckheimer and a series for ESPN, as well as other projects. Listen to the interview with Billy and find out more about him through www.rakontur.com.
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NEED PHOTOS? Talina Adamo Photography is offering a discount to those who found her through Independent Streak. Tell her Independent Streak sent you! www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/pages/Talina-Adamo-Photography/300968019913461
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PALM BEACH FILMMAKERS MEET & MINGLE
Saturday, Jan. 28, 7 TO 10 P.M.
E.R. Bradley's Saloon
(Garden area, near balloons)
Meet, mingle, unwind and network! By the way, Palm Beach Filmmakers now has membership availability. Visit their Facebook page for more info. https://www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/groups/pbcwriters.
Actor's Walk
On Feb. 19, join the 1st annual 5K walk for charity in the memory of Soleil Bonaventura and in the memory of all of the other children lost in the past due to abuse, neglect, bullying and suicide. Help us fight to put an end to this ...epidemic. Everyone is encouraged to take part! Actors, Artists, Friends & Family! Sign in is at 8:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast. Then at 9:30 a.m. warm-up with some Zumba! Walk begins at 10 a.m. Also features Guest speakers, a Kids zone, Food & Entertainment.
6 Ways To Get Involved: Walk With Us / Start A Team / Donate / Volunteer / Become A Sponsor / Spread The Word!! Please visit our website for more info & registration details: www.actorswalk.org
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2012 Golden Globes winners
Best Motion Picture - Drama
The Descendants
Best Motion Picture - Comedy Or Musical
The Artist
Best Director - Motion Picture
Martin Scorsese, Hugo
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama
Meryl Streep, The Iron Lady
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
George Clooney, The Descendants
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical
Michelle Williams, My Week With Marilyn
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Comedy Or Musical
Jean Dujardin, The Artist
Best Supporting Actress
Octavia Spencer, The Help
Best Supporting Actor
Christopher Plummer, Beginners
Best Foreign Language Film
A Separation
Best Screenplay - Motion Picture
Midnight in Paris
Best Original Score - Motion Picture
The Artist
Best Animated Feature Film
The Adventures of Tintin
Best Original Song - Motion Picture
"Masterpiece" - Madonna (W.E.)
Cecil B. DeMille Award
Morgan Freeman
The full list of Golden Globe television winners:
Best Drama Series
Homeland
Best Television Series - Comedy Or Musical
Modern Family
Best Mini-Series Or Motion Picture Made for Television
Downton Abbey
Best Actress: Drama
Claire Danes, Homeland
Best Actor: Television Series - Drama
Kelsey Grammer, Boss
Best Performance by an Actress In A Television Series - Comedy Or Musical
Laura Dern, Enlightened
Best Performance by an Actor In A Television Series - Comedy Or Musical
Matt LeBlanc, Episodes
Best Actress: TV Movie/Miniseries
Kate Winslet, Mildred Pierce
Best Actor: TV Movie/Miniseries
Idris Elba, Luther
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television:
Jessica Lange, American Horror Story
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television
Peter Dinklage, Game of Thrones
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Los Angeles peeps, check out this: http://ellenartshow.yolasite.com/
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Did you miss Q&A with Angelina Jolie?You never know what will be here next so keep checking back!
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2012 Voices of Local Film at the Palm Beach International Film Festival, presented by the Palm Beach Film Society is now accepting submissions--early deadline Feb 5. Get submission info. here:
Click here to download the submission guide. You’ll need the free Adobe Reader appto view the PDF.
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Acting teacher Michael Haney offers lessons on DVDOn-line Training Through SKYPE!
To schedule training,
contact Mr. Haney at 561-667-1298
or PalmBeachActingSchool@gmail.com
His ACTING TRAINING DVD is now available at...
https://www.createspace.com/326166
Only $29.95--------------------Congrats to Izzy Martinez, whose film "30 Days" was nominated for Miami Life Awards.
To see Trailer: http://youtu.be/l9TVIQfm1XQ
Best Short Film
Best Director (Izzy Martinez)
Best Actor (Eddy Acosta)Best Actress (Sara Nunez & Sasha Marina)
To vote for film:, go To: http://miamilifeawards.com/?page_id=20
Go to the Bottom of the Page, Click on Link; 'VOTE POR TU FAVORITO'
Put your name, last name and email and answer the numerical question.
You will receive an email from miamilifeawards, click on the link
Answer the numerical question and start voting for anything in regards to 30 Days.---------------------------
Local filmmaker documents weight loss through webseries
By Rachel Galvin
(On Left: Before his weight loss. This is Carlos working on the set of Jacmel Urena's "Wrong Turn" circa 2004. Below on right: Carlos today. His belt shows how much weight he has lost so far.)
For local filmmaker Carlos Cruz, his weight loss has been an uphill battle. Through poor diet, he amassed 422 lbs. on his 5'8" frame at one point... His weight climbed and fell like a yo-yo throughout his life. He ended up with Diabetes. But one particular visit to the hospital, which happened to be on his last birthday, was a turning point. His sugar was out of control. His body seemed to be breaking down and other problems started happening. It was time for him to make some changes. And he did. Working out at the nearby YMCA, Carlos, with sheer determination and willpower to get his body back on track, has worked hard and his body has shrunk down to a mere 226 pounds, a waif of his former self. And he isn't stopping yet.
His success and his struggles has prompted him to do a webseries documenting his journey. His tongue in cheek title and honest style has garnered quite an audience. But, at heart, it is a message that resonates with everyone. If you put your mind to it, you can do anything.
Congrats, Carlos, keep up the good work. Here at I.S. we look forward to more from you.
SEE CARLOS' FIRST SHOW:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoOTFq3ucYA&feature=player_embedded
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Will SAG and AFTRA finally merge?
It has been said before, but could this finally be it? In a few weeks, merger committees for the two unions will meet for an multi-day meeting Jan 8-15. Following that would be a vote at board meetings at end of Jan. (27th for SAG, 28th for AFTRA). If voted on, then merger ballots would go to members around mid-February to be returned three weeks later. This is the information at the current time. It could change anytime. But the merger could be solid by spring 2012.
Jeff Freeman's "Island of the Cannibal Death Gods" is now available on Amazon.com! Talk about B Movie extravaganza! Check it out! Created in homage to B-movie masters like Roger Corman and Lloyd Kaufman, this film stars a lot of local actors and was filmed right here in our backyard. See William Grefe's review here and then scroll down on this site to read more about legendary cult filmmaker William Grefe as well.
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Local team seeks investors for ambitious project
Gaining investors for a low budget feature with an actress and real 60-ton whales is quite a feat, but one the team behind the film "Johanna and the Whale" hopes to accomplish. Based on the mythical tale of Jonah and the whale, this beautifully visual tale takes place in the waters off the Dominican Republic... or at least that is where the trailer was filmed. The team is hoping the trailer will entice investors to become involved.
The producer/ director is George Monteiro, president of Sea-Cam, Inc. His team includes visual effects guru Dean Lyons, who has worked on projects like "Lord of the Rings," and "Avatar" and associate producer Rose Warner, who is president of the local FMPTA, has been producer of such films as The Lion of Judah" and "Tugger: The Jeep 4x4 Who Wanted to Fly" and has worked with top studios and networks.
To see more about the team and the film or to contact them regarding investing, visit www.johannaandthewhale.com.
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Plan now for American Film Market 2012-2017!
Filmmakers know that The American Film Market is the place to go to mingle and try to sell their films. The event plans to stay in Santa Monica at the Loews Santa Monica Beach hotel through 2017, according to Independent Film & Television Alliance (IFTA) leadership. It has been in this location since 1991. It will have additional exhibition space continuing at JW Marriott’s Le Merigot Beach Hotel and with conferences continuing at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows.
“In Santa Monica, the AFM will soon have access to a new 12-screen multiplex, a 2,000-plus seat world class venue for red-carpet premieres, more hotel rooms, light rail transportation to Los Angeles and Hollywood, and even a spectacular new park across from the Loews.” IFTA Executive Vice President and AFM Managing Director Jonathan Wolf said. “We are thrilled that everyone in the city came together to make this happen.”
Over the next few years, Santa Monica will be transformed by a variety of public improvements and development projects that will significantly enhance the American Film Market, including:
- · AMC Entertainment is developing a new Santa Monica cinema complex with 12 screens, including an IMAX theater. It is anticipated to open in late 2014 or early 2015.
- · The Santa Monica Civic Auditorium will be rehabilitated and expanded, providing AFM with an ideal venue for red-carpet premieres. Expected to be completed in late 2014, the renovated auditorium will include a removable seating system that can accommodate more than 2,000 or create an open space for large events.
- · At least 700 hotel rooms will be added to the downtown area, including mid-priced hotels from Marriott and Hampton Inn.
- · A light Metro Rail terminal at Fourth Street and Colorado Avenue, a five-minute walk from the Loews, will connect Santa Monica to Los Angeles and Hollywood. Dubbed the “subway to the sea,” it is expected to be operational in 2015.
- A stunning seven-acre park on Ocean Avenue directly across from the Loews Hotel is scheduled for completion in late 2013, along with an adjoining new mixed-use urban village with restaurants and shops eyed for 2014.
Confirmed dates for AFM in Santa Monica are:
- October 31 – November 7, 2012
- November 6 - 13, 2013
- November 5 - 12, 2014
- November 4 - 11, 2015
- November 2 - 9, 2016
- November 1 - 8, 2017
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