A notice from the New Mexico Film Office show that there is an open casting call for Native American teens, women and men. Check out the details below.
Director: Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu
Producers: Steve Golin, David Kanter, Arnon Milchan, Keith Redmond, James Skotchdopole, Feature Film, New RegencyNative/First Nations Casting: Rene Haynes
Native/First Nations Casting Asst: Tara Mazzucca
Start Date: Sept. 2014
Filming Location: Western CanadaTHE REVENANT, an adaptation of the Michael Punke novel The Revenant: A Novel of Revenge, is the story of a 19th century fur trapper, Hugh Glass, who gets mauled by a grizzly bear. Near death, the terrain makes it impossible for his colleagues to carry him back to their fort. They leave him for dead but he survives and sets out on a treacherous journey to exact revenge on those who betrayed him and left him for dead.
Seeking: Native American Teens – MALE – age 12 – 18 who can look age 14 – 15, with a strong character face, who spend a lot of time outdoors! Minors should have a guardian with them – or written permission from a guardian to be videotaped.Native American Men – ages 30 – 50+ Weathered and rugged outdoors type. Strong Faces!
Native American Women – ages 30 – 40 Strong female warrior, outdoors type. Strong Faces!
Meetings will be with Casting Director, Rene Haynes. No acting experience is necessary. No need to prepare anything, just come in for the meeting and you may be interviewed on Video Tape for the director. All cast actors will be compensated at applicable SAG/AFTRA or ACTRA rates. Transportation and Lodging will be provided.
WHEN: MONDAY, June 30, 2014 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM
WHERE: Santa Fe University of Art and Design
1600 ST. Michael’s Drive
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501*Parking at The Film School/The Screen
*Enter under “THE FILM SCHOOL” sign on building – opposite The Screen
* ROOM #107PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT Santa Fe University of Art and Design.
All questions to: [email protected]
irvin chief blackie
says:Hello
Iam a full blood dine aka navajo
I work and live in yellowstone park wyoming
I ask a question what dose rugged mean?
I not act before in any movie I like to try
I fear I not do good cause I not read or speak a good english
I try any way
remona budnick
says:i found your name on fb and decided to say hi. iam half eskimo born and raised in alaska but also am philippino. i love my native heritage and always wanted to be in a movie short or long, i love my indain brothers and sisters. i go to my pow wow in new york, the Daniel ninham pow wow. my 3 year olkd granddaughter just received her indain name this summer, she is Running Bear. i love all native themed movies. thank you for your time, remona
Tawan'a Santiago
says:Hello mix Cherokee female have been in many extra’s before.over 45 yrs old. No facelift.. It’s 5’4 New Mexican.~¥
Christine Squakin
says:I am 54 look younger did some short films.
Leslie wilcox
says:Why are you casting in New Mexico that happened in South Dakota so why not use natives local to that area. Just saying.
Shirley Warren
says:My husband and I are a little older than quoted but have experience in movies.We would love to be considered for any part in your movie. Thank You
Keith A
says:” If shooting in western Canada why not audition in Western Canada, I believe we have the people here to fill the roles. “…………I agree 100% and the First Nations Talent pool ratio vs. mainstream is greater.
Native American Men – ages 30 – 50+ Weathered and rugged outdoors type. Strong Faces!………..I fit this too a Tee.
Cecil Russel
says:If shooting in western Canada why not audition in Western Canada, I believe we have the people here to fill the roles.
Rachel Abrahamson
says:Wish i could make the trip…..chance of a lifetime 🙂
Quanah Daniels
says:Will June 30th be the only date to audition for the Native American actor roles? If so this is my agents contact information: Lisa Marie Schwartz. P.O. Box 32003. Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. S4N 7L2. Phone (1-306-5363246). Fax (1-866-931-5565). [email protected] I have worked with Tyson Houseman (Twilight Saga), Justin Rain (Blackstone, Twilight Saga, Defiance), Candace Fox (Moccasin Flats), Gordon Tootoosis (Open Season), Lorne Cardinal (Corner Gas), and Norman Cohn (Award-Winning Director; The Fast Runner). In a film to debut this coming fall.
Paul G
says:You need to contact them directly.
Malachi McAdam
says:I’m interested I’m 19 years old and I believe I can help you.
Paul G
says:Please contact them directly. We just posted the notice.
sly sahme
says:thank you
sly sahme
says:look younger than i should
very good a communication
looking looking for happiness
and respect