This week, our Backstage Experts answer a question many readers wanted addressed: How should I approach the creation of a demo reel (particularly when I’m from a theater background and don’t have as many film credits under my belt)?
Our Experts were excited to share their thoughts on this one, as many of them agreed on one thing: No reel is better than a bad reel. But let’s expand on that! Here are several answers from industry professionals spanning different areas of this business to give you some perspective!
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But onto demo reels…
Rob Adler, L.A.-based acting teacherThree essentials: A beginning demo reel must show you can act, show what you like on screen, and look professional. This doesn’t mean it needs an NBC watermark in the corner, but it should look like it could. A good demo reel gives the viewer a positive feeling about the actor. In my on-camera class we
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