ActingTo Pay or Not to Pay: The Debate over Casting FeesMon, 02/01/2010 - 10:00 – michelePosted in
By Kerry O’Donnell
When Mullen/Kalivoda Casting (M/K Casting), an established Florida-based company arrived in Boston a few months ago, they never anticipated the mini-firestorm of debate that greeted them. At the center of the debate was a $25 fee that M/K Casting was charging at the open calls they were holding. NewEnglandFilm.com talks to them and several other casting directors across the country to help gain insight into what actors should look for when registering with a casting company. The Restaurant: Tasty, Talented, and LocalTue, 12/01/2009 - 11:04 – JMGPosted in
By Kerry O’Donnell
Filmmakers Bobby Scali and Ted Sherman unveil their short film featuring the talents of 40 local SAG actors. Not Just Pulling Stunts: Leo Kei Angelos Charts His Course from Stunt Coordinator to Writer/DirectorWed, 09/30/2009 - 20:00 – erin
By Kerry O’Donnell
From Vietnam to the United States, and from stunt coordinator to writer/director, Leo Kei Angelos charts how he has made it so far so fast. Influx of Studio Pics Forces Actors and Casting Agencies to GrowWed, 09/30/2009 - 20:00 – erin
By Kerry O’Donnell
This summer, Grown-Ups, The Fighter, Furry Vengeance, The Town, Zookeeper, and Wichita all set up shop in Massachusetts. With the high demand on casting agencies and actors, how is the system faring? A Man of Many HatsFri, 07/31/2009 - 20:00 – erinPosted in
By Kerry O’Donnell
Film professional David J. Garfield is at home on every side of the camera; last month he premiered The Suitcase in Boston. Diamond from SouthieFri, 07/31/2009 - 20:00 – erin
By David Pierotti
Southie native Jay Giannone breaks out with his first film, the audience award-winning "Diamond in the Rough." Top 10 Reality Show Audition TipsSun, 05/31/2009 - 20:00 – erinPosted in
By Angela Peri
Boston Casting’s founder, Angela Peri, shares 10 pieces of advice when auditioning for reality shows. How to Make Films (and Generate Income) by CommitteeSun, 05/31/2009 - 20:00 – erinPosted in
By Kerry O’Donnell
Brian Pickard of Penobscot Films in Vermont has invented an innovative method of fundraising for his film Slayers: pay and have a say. How to Nail an AuditionSun, 05/31/2009 - 20:00 – erin
By Ariella Gogol
Boston Casting’s Julie Arvedon offers insight on how to audition, when to give up, and the best way to become a reality TV star. No Tricks Here, Just Self-DeterminationSun, 02/01/2009 - 02:00 – erinPosted in
By David Pierotti
Actor Elika Portnoy leads Boston-made film to overseas success. Raise Your Hand if You Want to DirectSat, 11/01/2008 - 01:00 – erinPosted in
By Raúl daSilva
The desire to be in charge of a film or television set must be matched with a purposeful attention to detail, especially for projects set back a few decades, explains industry veteran Raúl daSilva. Ready, Set… Act!Sat, 11/01/2008 - 01:00 – erinPosted in
By David Pierotti
A Brookline-based acting class gives actors hands-on experience, a film credit, and a reel. Industry News October 2008Wed, 10/01/2008 - 01:00Posted in
By Erin Trahan
The Boston Palestine Film Festival returns with a second fest, Hatchling Studios develops a free FLV player, Melanie Perkins wins an Emmy, and more... a report of news & happenings in the local industry for October 2008. The Untimely Death of a Superstar HermitTue, 04/01/2008 - 01:00Posted in
By Kathleen McKenzie
After a traumatic life, Robert E. Harrill moved to the Never-Ending StormWed, 01/02/2008 - 02:00 – meekPosted in
By Lynn Tryba
Some people think the Hurricane Katrina story has been told
already. Lucia Small and Ed Pincus’s latest documentary, The Axe in the
Attic, screening this month at the Human Rights Watch International Film
Festival in Boston, reminds viewers the
story is far from over.
Questions of FaithTue, 01/01/2008 - 02:00 – meekPosted in
By Lynn Tryba
In The Jesus Guy, first-time documentarian Sean Tracey
depicts a man who looks and talks like Jesus. But does he do what Jesus
would do?
A Compulsion to Tell the TruthTue, 01/01/2008 - 02:00 – meekPosted in
By Scott R. Caseley
Andy Blood of the CT-based Wolf Gang Pictures lets soldiers
tell their story of Iraq in My War, My Story.
From Homework to HollywoodSun, 07/01/2007 - 01:00Posted in
By Brian Kure
One series regular. Six films. Seven commercials. Ten plays.
Thirteen years old! It’s time to meet William Erickson -- he’s defining his own
film career while conquering the seventh grade, all from Durham, NH.
Call Me EugeneSat, 07/01/2006 - 01:00
By Mike Messier
Actor Mike Messier remembers what it
was like working on his first full-length Hollywood film
Hard Luck and getting a little,
but anxiously awaited, glimpse of movie stardom.
The Guy Next DoorWed, 03/01/2006 - 02:00Posted in
By Barbara Diggs
Canadian Filmmaker Ann Marie Fleming talks
about the unconventional forces behind the creation of her farcical horror film,
The French Guy, which will be screened at the Boston Underground Film
Festival this month.
Where There's a Will...Tue, 02/01/2005 - 02:00Posted in
By Sara Faith Alterman
Actor, director and comedian Will Luera talks
about ImprovBoston, the Boston acting scene and staying true to his roots.
Uncovering "Overserved"Wed, 10/01/2003 - 01:00Posted in
By Hilary Barraford
Actress Hilary Barraford gives an insider’s
look at the new independent film "Overserved," a comic showdown at a
typical Boston bar between the bar staff and the barflies they serve.
Filming NowhereWed, 10/01/2003 - 01:00Posted in
By Jim Mentink
Environmental documentary filmmaker Doug
Hawes-Davis goes to Wal-Mart to ask questions about American culture in his
latest film "This is Nowhere," which screens this month at the
Brattleboro Environmental Film Festival.
Positive ForceFri, 08/01/2003 - 01:00Posted in
By Amy Roeder
Emmy Award-nominated actress and foster care advocate Victoria
Rowell returns to New England to share advice on the acting business at this
month’s Roxbury Film Festival.
Harvesting StoriesFri, 08/01/2003 - 01:00
By Michael Colbert
Grassroots filmmaker Nicolle Littrell discusses the making of her film
"Trap," set in the turn-of-the-century backwoods Maine.
Industry NewsFri, 11/01/2002 - 02:00
By D.P. Bettencourt
Conference for film archivists, new festivals take root in RI, and more... A report of news & events in the local industry for November 2002.
Breaking the SilenceTue, 10/01/2002 - 01:00Posted in
By Asa Pittman
After risking her life and footage in Burma,
Massachusetts filmmaker Gayle Ferraro returned to bring the sobering tales of
Southeast Asian prostitutes to Western audiences.
How to Be a... Child ActorSun, 09/01/2002 - 01:00Posted in
By Amy SouzaPatricia Campbell of Portland Models and Talent shares some tips and advice for parents of budding thespians.
The Soul of Independent FilmmakingTue, 01/01/2002 - 02:00Posted in
By Sandra Sullivan
The independent spirit wins out for Boston actor,
comedian and filmmaker Paul Wagner who is working on "Black &
Blue," the premiere film for his new production company.
How to Be... An ActorTue, 05/01/2001 - 01:00Posted in
By Maureen Corrigan
Ouch! Youve been bitten by the acting bug.
But, do you truly know if acting is the right career for you? This
step-by-step guide and interview with acting coach Dossy Peabody shows you how
to find out.
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