Having cast numerous indie and short films, I’m familiar with how they can change your acting life. Although these acting gigs may not be major money-making opportunities, what they are is strong, meaningful scripts, challenging dialogue, locations, story lines and subject matter. And in the right hands, you can be noticed for your great work.
You may be a feature film actor and wish to change the trajectory of your career, or an upcoming actor who has a special skill or seems real in a situation or location. The director may be the next up and coming student at a film school known for having brilliant mentors and a educational experience.
One director, Ryan Coogler, decided to pen a story from his part of the country. He wanted to shed light on current situations of police brutality. A young man, Oscar Grant, was turning his life around to move forward in the New Year. We watched, cried, and felt as if we were in the presence of Oscar due to relatability and performance of Michael B. Jordan in “Fruitvale Station.” When actors decide to make these types of choices, I applaud them.
This type of work exists on many levels, but an actor should seek them out strategically. Here are a few quick
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