Boston Movie Extra

This type of thing happens sometimes on film sets, but it is Not the casting directors fault. As a matter of fact it is no ones, it just how things happen. Remember in the extra world it's a numbers game. The director asks the casting director for 45 extras tommorrow 20 men 20 women and 5 children, so the casting director has to deliver. Once the people have been confirmed it's up to the director himself as to how and who he is going to use. Maybe all will be used and maybe few will. I know it is aggravating it's happened to me also, BUT do yourself the favor and DO NOT complain to the casting director! Again the Casting Director did their job and delivered the goods. Bottom line and a rule I always follow for many years and that is don't complain because if you do you might see that your phone won't be ringing.

I was on a project yesterday (Mall Cop) which was a nice experience and worked with nice people. What amazed some people is that there were a few no-shows, what I had said to them is don't be too surprised because this happens more than you think. When that happens that screws a lot of people up first the production because they are expecting their numbers for that day, and people that actually wanted to work that day. So if you can't make it on that project for any reason please call the casting director the day prior so they can fill in your spot. It's the best thing you can do in that situation to still be good with the casting directors and the production.

Could someone pinch me...OUCH! ...thanks..wait we ARE in Boston because it feels like New York?!?! When was the last time where you actually had a choice of which movie you want to work on? Seriously when was it? I will tell you when it was...Never! This is great for the whole film community here in Boston, simply fantastic. There is work for everyone for actors, for crew, for casting directors, for scouts, you name it. For those that wanted to get into the business, really now is the best time. The opportunities are endless, you just got to want it and beat the pavement a bit, but I will promise most of you, you will get a call. So what that means is, when there is a open call and they are suggesting that you attend it other than sending a photo in, that means something. Listen to the request and act on it (no pun intended). So let's go out in force, let's show Hollywood what Boston has and let's have fun doing it. Because in the end that's what it is all ab...

Angela Peri is by far one of the best people in this business. I have worked for Angela and I also consider myself an old friend from the begining. This person pretty much gives everyone a shot and that to me is very important. She is a person that goes at a very nice way about her business and is very well respected. So here's to you Angela, and best of luck to you in this exciting time in Boston.

Now I'm not saying takeing acting classes are bad, as a matter of fact it's a great thing to take to further your craft. BUT to take acting classes in order to be considered for auditions for major productions and comercials, well my friends that is a WHOLE different story. There is no reason why anyone should "buy their way into an audition in order to be considered for a major audition." It's just wrong. Now this is be going on for sometime for what I understand by some casting agents. Sure the casting agents are our door to opportunity to getting "the gig" but not to pay our way in. All actors should have an equal opportunity to audition for a role have taken that casting director's acting class or not. I would consider this the nice version of the casting couch.