Smoking Tigers’ Open Casting Search
OPEN CASTING CALL – (Please direct inquiries or questions to smokingtigerscasting@gmail.com as CAPE is only sharing it on behalf of the casting team).
The team behind Smoking Tigers, the winner of the 2022 Tribeca AT&T Untold Stories Grant, is currently doing a national search for a number of roles. This feature film centers around the KOREAN AMERICAN community and is set to shoot in LA this fall. Writer/Director So Young Shelly Yo and Producer Guo Guo will premiere Smoking Tigers at the 2023 Tribeca Festival and are granted a dedicated first look opportunity with HBO Max.
Logline: Over one summer spent at an elite academic bootcamp, a lonely Korean American teenager hides her true identity to fit in, only to discover the bittersweet pains of adulthood.
Casting is open to non-actors and actors alike. ANYONE LOCATED OUTSIDE LA will have all travel and accommodations covered for one of the lead roles, while the supporting roles are open to LA locals only.
Select roles below:
Hayoung (Female, 16-20 but should read 16, preference for 18+): Korean American. Sensitive and observant yet sharp and edgy.
Umma (Female, 40s): Korean. Must be fluent in Korean, ideally a native speaker. Strong.
Appa (Male, 40s): Korean. Must speak fluent Korean, ideally a native speaker. Charismatic.
Many more supporting roles are available, so those ages 9+ who are Korean American or Korean are encouraged to apply.
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Casting Call for Waitress Role – Lifetime Thriller Feature Film
Job Description: We are seeking a talented female actor, aged 20-35, to portray a warm and welcoming waitress in an upcoming Lifetime thriller feature film. This background role requires someone who can exude genuine charm and create a hospitable atmosphere on screen, making everyone around her feel at home.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a friendly and approachable waitress, contributing to the film’s setting and character interactions.
- Deliver a warm, inviting performance that enhances the authenticity of the scene.
- Participate in fittings and possible rehearsals to ensure the character’s appearance and demeanor align with the film’s vision.
- Maintain a professional attitude on set, including punctuality and preparedness for potentially long shooting days.
Requirements:
- Female, aged 20-35 years old.
- Must be able to convey a warm, welcoming personality.
- Prior experience in acting or hospitality is preferred but not required.
- Must be available to work as a local hire in the Nashville area.
- Ability to commit to being on set for 12+ hours, though actual filming time may vary.
Compensation:
- $100.00 for 8 hours, with an 8-hour guarantee.
- Time and a half pay after 8 hours.
- This role offers the chance to gain experience in a professional film production and contribute to a major television network’s thriller project.
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