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Addison Rae, Tik Tok Star, cast in a movie - my thoughts, questions, & concerns. by CuspChaser111  •  last post Sep 12th

On a plane home from Italy a few years ago, I finally sat down and watched The Florida Project. As always, Dafoe impressed. Detail-oriented, believable, grounded - and playing 'the good guy' I was smiling every moment the man was on screen (and taking notes.) The main actress. however, caused the opposite reaction in me. It seemed as if in a few scenes Dafoe seemed genuinely frustrated with her acting. When I looked up said actress, I found she had been 'discovered' off Instagram by the director. I think there are many other actresses in her age range, essence, and look that would've killed her role. The director has every right to choose whom they choose, but why would they choose an actress from IG v. one with actually strong credits is beyond me. Maybe he couldn't get Margot Robbie who kind of kills just, well, everything. ;) I am not a social media person. Today I noticed a TikTok celeb whom a few friends 'love' (oh how we LOVE to use that word in America!) booked a role in a major upcoming film. I didn't want to pre-judge (look I am sure there is major talent on TikTok) and so I visited her work, and it's just - what the hell is this? This is not acting. This is not good work. What the fuck is this? Where is the work? It seems like anyone attractive could do this. How is this girl making millions of dollars and getting cast? It's not going to work, but if I could I would urge people that 'following' and 'liking' these people to stop. Don't support work unless it's solid work. What is happening to our society? My assumption is that because she has many followers, producers are thinking it will translate to money. Newsflash, that theory doesn't always work. Shame on us with what we're doing to society and shame on casting these people. Jesus. Look for actual fucking talent, people.

We all need our Space by Damien Donnelly  •  last post Sep 12th

Hi All, check out my NASA themed Shorts - " Lift Off " & " Homo Sapiens in Space " on Prime Video today. Free to view with your Amazon Prime Membership. Enjoy, Onwards and Upwards ...

My Plan by YourMumsAVirgin69  •  last post Sep 12th

My dream is to get into a prestigious, well known, acting school such as RADA, LAMDA, RWCMD, Guildhall. I'm 17 yrs old with extremely little acting experience as I wanted to get a Computer Science qualification in college to fall back on if acting didn't work out. Due to my area not having many school or classes for adult or teen actors, I am planning on waiting until I am 18 (just a few months away) and then signing up for a beginner acting workshop over 4 Saturdays in Cardiff which is about a 40 minute drive from me. This will just be to get some real acting training and have professionals critique me. After that, I will likely do the more advanced classes there and perhaps get some stage work if they are offering auditions. I will continue this until I finish my Computer Science course (around June next year) and then apply to some prestigious acting schools in London or Cardiff. Hopefully I would get accepted. What do you guys think of this plan?

Brand new to Voice Acting and Voice over. Looking for advice on how and what it takes to get going by somethingski  •  last post Sep 12th

Hey there, hope you're all enjoying your weekend so far. I've been an actor for over 10 years, and worked professionally for sometime and am SAG eligible. I took a hiatus starting at the end of 2018 to focus on getting married and life, and recently moved back to Chicago. I'm looking to get back into acting and specifically am interested in voice acting. Having no background in this technique and this side of the industry, I am looking for some guidance and also have some questions. What are some resources that are good to use? What is some beginning equipment to invest in? Does anyone know of some good online resources for training, or any coaching and training options in Chicago?? How do people usually get going? Are headshots as important as your demo? When should I invest in a demo? When do you know it's time to seek representation? What channels are available to audition independently? How important is social media to voice-over and voice acting? What are some easy beginning projects to practice on? Any advice I might want to know starting off? Thank you for any and all input. This seems like an awesome community so once again thanks for your time. Good luck, and have a great weekend

What do you think every actor should know? by iovoko  •  last post Sep 12th

My question is pretty much just that. What, in your professional opinions, do you think every new or aspiring actor should know/understand?

Virtual Self-Tape Reader available! by kristikitkat  •  last post Sep 12th

Hi everyone! My name is Kristina and I am an actress offering virtual self tape reading services on [WeAudition.com](https://WeAudition.com). Feel free to contact me on the site or shoot me a message on here! Here are my rates. I accept PayPal as payment. 15 mins + feedback: $5.00 30 mins + feedback: $15.00 60 mins + feedback: $20.00.

Celebrities getting roles over trained actors by Movie-Connoisseur  •  last post Sep 12th

I’ve seen a few people on the sub complain about celebrities like Addison Rae and Harry Styles getting roles instead of actual trained actors. I understand that you may find it annoying but you have to realize that these, from what I can tell, are supposed to be groundbreaking movies, they’re simple movies with big names attached to them to get money. I’m happy that there are still many actors and filmmakers which are passionate about film that try to deliver art over a money-grab.

Gena Rowlands by badbainus  •  last post Sep 12th

Just watched A Woman Under the Influence for the first time. I had never heard of Gena Rowlands. My mind is blown. Her performance has unalterably changed me- not just as an actor, but as a person. I think Cate Blanchett put it best in her speech at the Governor's Awards in 2015: [https://youtu.be/E8u4q5kDiEw](https://youtu.be/E8u4q5kDiEw) Thank you, Gena.

What do you think about celebrities getting roles? by evenforyou  •  last post Sep 12th

When I say celebrities, I don’t mean actors. Harry Styles has just been announced to star in Olivia Wilde’s ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ (replacing Shia LaBeouf). Addison Rae (Tik Tok star) has been announced to star in ‘She’s All That’ remake. I don’t know much about her so maybe she has trained as an actor, but I can’t find much about that, only dancing. I’m not saying that they don’t deserve these roles but surely their name and following has secured them over talent.

Aspiring Asian actress. by NeiSennn  •  last post Sep 12th

What word of advice would you lend to aspiring Asian actors? Not that familial pressure to pursue a "real" career isn't enough (this may be an offensive stereotype to some, but it is true in my case), but the industry in anglo countries doesn't particularly favor Asians or Asian-looking people (I am east Asian looking). The career path is already risky as it is, but add the box of Asian roles and it does become a stickier situation. there are a few exceptional cases like the recent casting of Liu Yifei and other significant Asian roles in the Mulan movie but this is one in a few.Basically, what I'm saying is I'm quite intimidated. I know I want to pursue acting but it's a scary world out there for minorities, or so I've heard. Scary meaning forever being cast as the nerd extra or diversity character. what advice would you have for someone like me? it could be in regard to where I should study (undergrad), what I could do, or anything really. All advice would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely,a confused but determined Actress-to be

Any other aspiring actors living in/lived in St. Louis, MO? by blasian_96  •  last post Sep 12th

Does anyone know any good talent agencies, drama schools, or overall performance arts communities in St. Louis? Are there a lot more acting opportunities out here than most people may think? It just kind of bums me out when I go on Backstage or other websites and there’s barely any projects based in Missouri in general.

Is it odd that I feel almost embarrassed to tell my parents that I'd like to become an actor? by YourMumsAVirgin69  •  last post Sep 11th

I would absolutely have their full support as they've always told me that they will support me in whatever I choose to do, but even before I started comprehensive school, my parents and I always figured I wanted to be a computer scientist. I've always had a love for acting and even used to do it when I was younger (17 yrs old rn) and my teacher even got me an audition for a tv show (turned it down because I was a dumb kid who got scared with such a big leap, still my biggest regret to date). It's really bugging me because I know for a fact my parents will be fine with it, but I just can't seem to muster up the courage to tell them I'd like to be an actor.

Casting sites for Canada? by Noodlebops  •  last post Sep 11th

I saw there were a few site recomendations in the rules. However I have heard that they are more for Amarican actors and not Canadians. What sites are good for Canadians? Are the one's listed any good for auditions in Canada? I do like a lot of the articles I read on backstage. The one's listed are: Actor Access, Backstage, Playbill, and Casting Networks.

Voice Acting Problems: Itchy Voice by Pahvinaama  •  last post Sep 11th

Hello! I'm a professionally unprofessional voice actor and wanted to make sure I'm not screwing up already. I've only done a few roles so far (Both pretty loud) and have gone to some good lenghts with being careful with my voice when doing them (Breathing right, hydrating, warming up). However, I'm still left wondering and anxious of the fear of damaging my voice since after both of these I've found myself with an annoying itching and burning throat! What am I doing wrong and what shouldI do instead?

My reel for your constructive feedback by metheactor  •  last post Sep 11th

Hello! I am an actor who is expanding into voice acting, and figured a solid place to start is the commercial scene. In any case, I would very much welcome your ears to listen to [my commercial reel](https://vimeo.com/456903897). My voice is British neutral / RP. Eventually I will also be including a reel in French, my second language. I am open to both constructive criticism, things you like, and three words which you think describe the quality of my voice (warm, etc). Many thanks, I will reply to everyone to takes the time to listen

How does someone poor make it? by blaikalva  •  last post Sep 11th

So I'm looking to be an actor. I have little experience some theatre and studio work. I don't live in a particularly thriving place. And I have pretty much no funds. I don't know how I'm supposed to get started. Online auditions (which most you have to pay for a subscription), acting school (extremely expensive and out of my price range), moving to a more acting work friendly place (once again a money issue. I am from England but currently living in Germany). Just for reference I do think I have the chops for acting maybe with some practice I can be really good. I'm 18 which isn't incredibly young but not too old I hope, and I'm not ugly which probably doenst mean much. I'd appreciate any help. I know I might sound lazy or ignorant but that's not me. I seriously love cinema and I would love to perform in movies. I don't mind grinding to do it I just don't know where to start.

Meeting with a professional voice actor later today by FLIMSYVEIN  •  last post Sep 11th

What should I ask him?