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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

Infant actors

I know it’s a really bizarre question but I’m a film student and I really need an infant for a short film I’m making. They would just literally be on camera for two shots (put there to make a bundle of blankets and crying noises seem believable throughout the rest of the project). Does anyone know where I could find no…

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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

Background Agencies in Toronto

Hello fellow actors, I signed up with a background agency (Showcatcher Talent) in October and just got booked on a show last week. While I was on set people recommended I sign up with more then one agency for better results. I was wondering if anyone had advice on which background agencies are good to join. Thank you.

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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

Jared Leto

Would you consider Leto to be a good actor apart form Suicide Squad? I just see people trashing him for his performance in SS but I think he is a good actor in general. What are your thoughts?

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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

i'm puzzled..

I'm a 19-year-old (freshman) nursing student. Halfway through the semester, I had this "epiphany" of not really wanting to end up working in the medical field. I want to be an actor. It's a dream I've always set aside since I'm the eldest child in a typical Asian family. I've been told that it's an impractical and expe…

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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

Can someone explain why the delivery in old movies sounds different than today's?

If you just listen, you know when it's a movie from the 40's or early 50's. I'm not sure why. Can someone articulate the difference? I had thought it was the change that came about with Lee Strasberg's method acting, but last night I watched a British series, Dalziel and Pascoe, which was made before wider screen TVs,…

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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

Self tape receipt confirmation request after a few days?

I am new to this industry and its dos and don'ts. I submitted a self tape for an open call and got a callback email requesting for additional self tape audition materials from the casting assistant. After the self tapes were completed and placed in a Google drive, I replied with the links back to the casting assistant.…

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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

Finding my passion in acting again.

Hi there, reposting this because I feel like I worded it wrong the first time. Basically I have been acting for years now, and ever since I was a child I wanted to be an actor. I’ve been training, doing local theatre, extra work and short films you name it. A few months ago I was spotted by an agent and signed after a…

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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

Showreel UK

Hey ya'll. I'm doing a showreel soon, 3 scenes I need to write. Is anyone interested in being my scene partner? I need 3 actors obviously

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Reddit · 28 Jan 2022

Yuri Lowenthal

How is it that no matter what I'm watching or playing I almost always hear him voice someone, how has he managed to be in absolutely everything and he uses his normal voice allot of the time as well which makes him stand out way more than the other actors that seem in character which can sometimes take me out of the mo…

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

I was able to help Monty’s voice actor receive the credit he deserves!

I realized after doing a bit of research that ALL of the voice actor websites including the FNAF wiki used the wrong image for Cameron Miller, Monty’s voice actor. I ended up finding the REAL voice actor’s twitter and noticed he was aware that they didn’t give him proper credit, and he didn’t know how to fix it. He onl…

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do a…

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

Current info for CDs who do Actor Workshops?

I've returned to acting in my 40s, and although I acted a lot as a child, I'm a lawyer and former prosecutor. (I was an Assistant DA for 8 years and an Assistant Attorney General for 3 years.) I've returned to acting now and so far I've studied (in person) at Stella Adler and the Barrow Group here in New York. I'm not…

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

Instagram: Getting verified and how to optimize instagram to help acting career?

1.) Does anyone here have a verified instagram account? It's something I just thought about today, not any big life long goal. I've done a guest star and two co stars. And a pretty decent amount of IMDB titles. Somewhere in the middle. I was wondering where you were at before you applied for verification. 2.) How would…

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

Advice for a small towner

Hey everyone! I have wanted to professionally act for a long time but kept pushing it to the side as I felt it wasn't realistic. It's been eating at me lately so I figured it was time to prepare/attempt. Issue is I live in a rural town in Northern Nevada. Closest big city is 2 1/2 hours away, which I do visit often so…

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

I’m having an issue with taking the first step.

So I’m having an issue with being open minded about roles. Aside from not being able to apply for them in actor access for some reason, I’m being too picky I think. Nothing is catching my eye. Lol I’m still waiting for Keven Feige to call me.

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

Any discounts on IMDBpro for non-SAG-AFTRA actors?

I want to sign up for IMDB, but wondering if there are any tips/tricks to getting a discount. $150 per year is a bit hard to swallow, so I'm seeing if there's any other way to get it for cheaper. Thanks for any advice you can give!

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

What's your opinion on this kinda weird question?

Hello everyone. So I recently got really into j-dramas and movies, do you think it's possible to become and actor in a foreign country with such a different culture?I love the country and most of the plots are fun to watch and don't involve a lot of nudity. I have always dreamed of being an actor, but I don't have the…

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Reddit · 27 Jan 2022

I sound like a 13 years old kid, what should I do?

I'm 19/M, I look like a ducking prison inmate, 6'3 yet my voice is high, I still have voice cracks and so on . I really want to be an actor-or a voice actor, but my voice is an embarrassment. What should I do, what could I do?

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Reddit · 26 Jan 2022

Give me tips as a new actor:)

Hi everybody. Ive always liked acting (in school plays etc.) and yesterday i decided to give it a go. Can yall give me some tips or things i should work on as a newbie. I will start to practice my craft for a while before going to auditions so its mostly acting tips im Looking for

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Reddit · 26 Jan 2022

Where to find scenes for additional clips on AA

So I need to add more clips for character types on my Actors Access for my agency. I was curious as to where I should find scenes to tape. It will most likely be monologue or self-tape with a reader. I know on Showfax there are sides, but are we allowed to use those for personal use? Also, was debating on a monologue f…

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Reddit · 26 Jan 2022

ACTORS WITH ISSUES - a podcast for actors

In May 2020, at the height of the pandemic, I started a podcast called 'Actor With Issues' where I chat with actors from across TV, film and Broadway, to share their experiences some were talking about their first TV role ever, others promoting the network TV show or film that they were starring in. We've had actors fr…

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Reddit · 26 Jan 2022

Capitalizing on my career in adult films for mainstream acting?

Hello all! Throwaway account. Some backstory: I have been pursuing acting in LA for several years, without too much to show for it - i.e. not the typical career mile markers like co/guest star TV/film credits. I do have a quality commercial agent, and a manager. A few years ago, I took a random gig as an "extra" in an…

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Reddit · 26 Jan 2022

Would LOVE help finding comedic sides

Hi everybody! I am a 29 year old actress who has been searching up and down for comedic TV sides to use at agent auditions. I have a few options, but I would love more- even if they are just good scenes from a specific episode of a TV show- I've been watching Community and Broad City and finding the episode transcripts…

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Reddit · 26 Jan 2022

Advice Needed!!

I was recently given an opportunity from a regular at my work to audition for a new Netflix show. Problem is I have no acting portfolio and little to no experience! I am a model and have a decent portfolio for that. The regular said to make up a reel and his management company (that he also works with because he’s an a…

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Reddit · 26 Jan 2022

Where are my nasally congested voice actors at?

This thread is for those who are usually intimidated by any decently long sentence, because they know they won't get far before gasping for air. For those who forget how to enjoy speaking, because it feels like a wrestling match with their own body. For those who procrastinate, because they think to themselves, 'maybe…

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

Tips for foreigner actors who want to pursue a career in the USA

So, I’m 25, I’m Brazilian and I’m currently living in San Diego county under the J1 visa but in the process to get a greencard. In Brazil, I got a bachelors in Industrial Engineering and Marketing, and my thesis was about project management in the Entertainment Business. I have always taking acting classes as a hobby b…

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

Jaythava's Guide to Online Voice Acting

Okay, here is the big one guys. there is a TON of hate revolving around different voice acting websites from F2P to P2P each website has its ups and downs... but there is a little too much pride and lack of understand of the "rules" of the individual platform, which leads to conflicting reviews. This post is for all th…

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

Audrey Helps Actors

Which podcast of Audrey should I watch, I mean there are like hundreds of episodes and I haven't watched any can you reccomend me any podcast ai should start with? Thanks in advance.

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

How/when do you loop in your agent on a role you booked yourself?

I've just recently started submitted myself to roles on actor's access along with the ones my agent already submits me for. If I were to book one of these roles I was wondering when/how is typically the best way to get your agent involved? My agent is really great, she doesn't take commission on roles I book myself, bu…

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

How do you feel about Covid and indie / low-budget short films?

There are a lot of productions that don't require any vaccination or covid tests at all. Especially lower-budget ones. To be honest, I've mostly been paranoid and shy'ed away from the ones that dont require any covid testing. Then at times, for the right project I went in blindly, knowing there wasn't any testing. With…

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

Actors Group

Would you be interested in studying acting as a small group together? anyone willing to commit 40-50 hours and share resources as we keep each other accountable? Message me!

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

License for actors (u16)

I'm in the UK so I'm not sure if the law is a bit different elsewhere, but basically our law states that if you're under 16, you need a license in order to work somewhere, so obviously that includes being a child actor on a professional set. A lot of people have told me that this means that 14-15 is the awkward acting…

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

What are some things you wish you knew about VA work before you started?

Newcomer here! Just got my first commercial demo on tape and will be working towards getting my animation one done next. Curious of some of the pitfalls or hard earned lessons from any vets in the industry. For context - I'm a professional film/theatre actor with over a decade of experience, but am extremely green when…

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Reddit · 25 Jan 2022

Could voice actors be good actors on-screen?

I know nothing about acting: on-screen or voice acting. Watching behind the scenes of voice actors doing "dubbing", was amazed how much effort and expression they put. So this thought occured to me, "if a voice actors is basically acting behind the scenes while dubbing, could they be good on screen/stage also?". There…

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Reddit · 24 Jan 2022

Do you think it's a privilege being born in countries with big film industry?

If you want to become a succesful actor, what I mean. I mean in my eyes, me being born in eastern european country, I have so much less chance at doing what I love, earning enough from it and actually becoming recognised here than someone born in USA, UK, France, Germany, South Korea, Japan and such. (especially USA an…

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Reddit · 24 Jan 2022

I’m only 16 and I feel like my passion has driven me crazy. Advice?

I’m gonna get straight to the point. I have a passion for film/acting. As an actor, I personally believe that my abilities could get me very, very far in the future. Like, really far. However, if I do not get far, I can’t see myself doing anything else with my life. My ultimate goal is to play Nova in the MCU (Childhoo…

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Reddit · 24 Jan 2022

From a director - what's the best / worst way you have been directed?

I'm often conscious of directing actors in the best possible way - i.e. giving them just the right prompts to nudge them in the right direction, without seeming like I'm holding their hand throughout. As a non-actor myself, I'm curious to know if there's anything particular I should do or avoid in this regard. Is there…

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Reddit · 24 Jan 2022

Rookie voice actor got they’re first project and is looking for tips!

Hello! As stated earlier, I got my first role in a comic dub. I’m playing the role of Momo Yaoyorozu, and I was wondering if you had any tips for me, maybe how to speak clearly and maintain a voice, or if ‘preserving’ your voice by not talking really does anything, or any form of tips! Thank you

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Reddit · 24 Jan 2022

Cartoon characters being represented by actors who match demographic . On no budget.

People can now produce a cartoon from their bedroom using a computer and tools like Adobe Illustrator and After Effects. They can also produce the music for it on their computer, too. And with a homemade vocal booth and a good mic, they can also voice the characters, with maybe a little help from a sister or wife. So i…

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Reddit · 23 Jan 2022

Am I hating?

So I’m at work this morning, it’s 5am and this lady walks in being loud. Then she’s asking how much longer for her drink I say less than 2 minutes. Then she starts saying “Yeah I’m just in a rush for this film I’m in, just heading to set” and I was like oh cool, I didn’t wanna ask much cuz it was so early and she was i…