Special Offer for NALIP Members to Attend the 2006 IFP Filmmaker Conference, September 18th – 21st in New York City

IFP's FILMMAKER CONFERENCE

Everything You Need To Know About Making and Selling Your Film

- An unparalled networking opportunity
- Largest filmmaker networking event in NYC

2000 filmmakers, agents, managers, funders, fest programmers, producers, buyers, distributors and other key industry execs from the US and abroad.
4 days of seminars on the art, craft, & business of making films. Bring some business cards, you never know who you'll meet!

PANELS & WORKSHOPS
- Established filmmaker?
- Just trying to break in?
- 45 panels and workshops

Winning advice and strategies from industry execs with proven track records at:

A&E, Apple, ARTE, BBC, Fine Line, Focus, Gersh Agency, HBO, IFC, InDigEnt, Magnolia, Miramax, PBS, Samuel Goldwyn, Sony Pictures Classics, Sundance Channel, Sundance Film Festival, This is That, William Morris, and more from the U.S. and abroad.

Panels: Sell your Film Internationally, Gaming And Indie Film, New Revenue Models, Reality TV, best practices on film funding, inspiring case studies, and in-depth production workshops.

EXPO & FILMMAKER LOUNGE
Complimentary drinks and special events nightly at the Liquid Lounge, the industry networking hub for registered attendees including producers, agents, managers, funders, buyers, distributors and other key industry execs from the US and abroad

PRICES
Panel Pass = $35
Day Pass = $75-$100 (depends on day)
Week Pass = $225 (45 panels; only $5 each!)

25% Discounts for Members of: IFP, AIVF, ACV, D-Word, DGA, FAF, IDA, DocuClub, FV/A, LIFILM, NALIP, NYWIFT, WGAE

Subscribers to: BlackFilm.com, Gen Art, FILMMAKER, Film Festivals Today, Film Threat, MediaRights.org, Moviemaker, Screenwriter, Scr(i)pt, WithoutABox.

Students of: NYU, Columbia, SVA, NY Film Academy

To buy your ticket: http://market.ifp.org/newyork/market/conference/

THREE WAYS TO REGISTER - (hurry, sells out fast)
Phone: 212-465-8200 x218
Web: http://market.ifp.org/newyork/market/conference/
Live: IFP, 104 West 29 St, 12 Floor, New York
Help: rsvp@ifp.org

The New York International Independent Film & Video Festival in Los Angeles Invites You To Our 2006 Event

For complimentary VIP passes, please fax a request on your company letterhead to (702) 361-6309 (Attn: Nicole Holland).

In particular, you may be interested in the films: El Barrio & Caridad Madre Mia. They can be found in our film schedule on www.nyfilmvideo.com
The New York International Independent Film & Video Festival (NYIIFVF) returns to Los Angeles, September 14th – 21st, 2006. The NYIIFVF is a distinctive event in the entertainment and arts communities with world premieres and over 100 international and domestic films, shorts, documentaries and animations.

NYIIFVF begins its celebrations along with The New York International Art Festival (NYIAF) on September 14th with an opening night event at the Bel Age Hotel at 1020 N. San Vicente Blvd. in West Hollywood. The Opening Night Exhibition is a vital opportunity for connections to be made between filmmakers, artists, cast and crew, and Press & Industry representatives. The festival team will be available throughout the event to assist in bringing parties together.

The festival attracts many global entries, including: Australia, Spain, Mexico, France, Canada, Germany, Ireland, Sweden, South Africa, Austria, Portugal, Norway and the U.K. The scope of the festival ranges from high profile to novice, so one may experience an array of films and individuals driven by independent movie making.

Opening Night along with the New York International Art Festival will take place on Thursday, September 14th  from 7pm to midnight in the Grand Ball Room at the Bel Age Hotel. (1020 N. San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA).
After-Parties will be held each night at various locations from 10pm to 2am. List of after-parties are posted on our website: www.nyfilmvideo.com .
Seminars will be held at the Bel Age Hotel at 1020 North San Vicente Blvd. in West Hollywood from September 15th – 17th , 2006. Topics and Panelists information are posted on www.nyfilmvideo.com
The schedule of films is available online at www.nyfilmvideo.com. All screenings will take place at the Laemmle Fairfax Theatres at 7907 Beverly Blvd. in Los Angeles, CA.

Accreditation - Press and industry can receive all-access VIP passes by faxing requests to (702) 361-6309 on your company letterhead (Attn: Nicole Holland).
For more information about The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival please contact the administrator at 702-263-4480 or email itnpromotions007@aol.com

The Spanish Documentary Tour DocSpain Premieres In New York
On September 12th

DOCUMENTA SPAIN 2006:
RECENT DOCUMENTARIES FROM SPAIN

Every Tuesday at 7:15 pm
The King Juan Carlos I of Spain Center
53 Washington Square South
(between Sullivan and Thompson Streets)
 
Free and open to the public / English subtitles

Spanish documentaries became part of the spotlight last year with incredibly powerful productions such as multi-award winner Railroad All Stars, My Grandmother’s House, Iberia or The Sky Turns. In 2007 DOCUSPAIN will tour 10 cities around the US and will present the most remarkable and important documentaries produced recently in Spain including Academy® award nominated Balseros, the winner of the prestigious Joris Ivens Award at IDFA and Oscar nomination qualifying My Grandmother’s House and “The most controversial Spanish film in decades.” as per Fiachra Gibbons from The Guardian The Basque Ball by Julio Medem (Sex and Lucia).

DO NOT MISS THE TOUR PREMIERE! The first screenings of eight multi-awarded titles are presented by the King Juan Carlos I of Spain Center and have been chosen not just for their artistic qualities but also for their social, historical and political relevance.

MY GRANDMOTHER”S HOUSE (La casa de mi abuela) opens the sessions September12 at 7:15 p.m free to the public. Winner of the prestigious Joris Ivens Award at IDFA and The Grand Jury and Special Mention in Miami Film Festival, this docu qualifies for the Oscar nomination. Director Adán Aliaga will be present for a Q&A session. Marta Sánchez, curator of the series will also be present to introduce the film. For more details concerning the Fall Film series please visit http://www.nyu.edu/kjc online. To bring the documentary tour to your community or more info on the tour visit www.pragda.com

Fall programming
Tuesday, September 12, 7:15 p.m.
LA CASA DE MI ABUELA by Adán Aliaga, Spain, 2005 80 min.
The filmmaker Adán Aliaga will be present for a Q&A session. Marta Sánchez, curator of Documenta Spain 2006, will also be present to introduce the series.

Tuesday, September 26, 7:15 p.m.
RADIOPHOBIA by Julio Soto Spain/USA/Ukraine, 2005, 56 min.

Tuesday, October 3, 7:15 p.m.
EL TREN DE LA MEMORIA (Memory Train) by Marta Arribas y Ana Pérez, Spain, 2006, 85 min.

Tuesday, October 10, 7:15 p.m.
VEINTE AÑOS NO ES NADA (20 Years Is Nothing) by Joaquim Jordá, Spain, 2005, 117 min.

Tuesday, October 24, 7:15 p.m.
AGUAVIVA by Ariadna Pujol, Spain, 2005, 95 min.

Tuesday, October 31, 7:15 p.m.
INVIERNO EN BAGDAD (Winter in Bagdad) by Javier Corcuera, Spain, 2005, 78 min.
The filmmaker Javier Corcuera will be present for a Q&A session.

Tuesday, November 7, 7:15 p.m.
ENTRE EL DICTADOR Y YO (Between the Dictator and Me) by Juan Barrero, Raúl Cuevas, Guillem López, Mònica Rovira, Sandra Ruesga, Elia Urquiza, Spain, 2005, 60 min.

Tuesday, November 14, 7:15 p.m.
IBERIA by Carlos Saura, Spain, 2005, 99 min.

For synopsis and more info please visit www.nyu.edu/kjc

With the support of the Consulate General of Spain in New York and the collaboration of the International Documentary Association www.documentary.org

“Father Figure” to World Premiere At The 2006 Los Angeles International
Short Film Festival

From director and NALIP Member Adam Schlachter, the 2006 Imagen Award winning director of “My Backyard was a Mountain” and executive producer Alex Castillo, producer of the award winning film “Daniel’s Spark” comes “Father Figure.”

“Father Figure” is the story of a hardened young man (Quinceanera's Jesse Garcia) forced to deal with his forgotten past when he encounters a stranger on a desolate beach - an older, gospel preaching man who is also his long estranged father.

“Father Figure” will world premiere
at the 2006 Los Angeles International Short Film Festival
Program #77 - Sunday, September 10th,
10:15pm at the ArcLight Cinemas in Hollywood

For tickets: www.lashortsfest.com

For information: www.castle2000.com and www.palmarejofilms.com

Valentina’s Tango, A Film By NALIP Member Rogelio Lobato, To Screen At the Oxnard Independent Film Festival

Oxnard Independent film festival
Friday, September 15, 2006
9:30 PM
Plaza Cinemas
255 W. 5th St
Downtown Oxnard

Festival website www.oxnardfilmfest.com
Wolfcubfilms P.O. Box 2737
Hollywood, CA 90078
(323)962-3056
E-mail  roglobato@sbcglobal.net

"The New Old Capt. Undergarments " Screening
Friday, September 8th
9:45 PM
Arclight Theatres
Hollywood, CA

TICKETS $10.00 FOR 96 MIN OF SHORTS

Athol Fugard’s "Hello And Goodbye," Produced and Directed by Brazilian Born Jonny Kahleyn Opens Friday, September 22, 2006

Often staged as a vicious tale of family dysfunction, this unique production takes a different look at its characters, Johnny and Hester. Brother and sister reunite after a 15 year separation. Johnny has stayed at home, the faithful caregiver to a crippled and abusive father. Hester returns home, streetwise and angry, to claim her share of their father’s disability benefits that have been stashed away for
decades. In this unique portrayal, actors Jonny Kahleyn and Kate Vozoff offer a bittersweet snapshot of raw emotional pain, the courage of forgiveness and hope, rather than an embittered hatefut outlook. A brave lesson to be taken seriously for the survival of those who have known illness and abuse.

Opens Friday, September 22, 2006
Runs Friday ~ Sunday until October 1st. Performances: 7:30 PM Friday
and Saturday 5:00 PM on Sunday.
Studio/Stage: 520 N. Western Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90004
Tickets $10 Tix online: www.helloandgoodbyeplay.com

Finishing Fundraiser Party for Independent Feature
Students Like Us By NALIP Member Dianna M. Perez

1915 Mill Rd.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Saturday September 9th
8pm.

Synopsis:
Students Like Us is the coming of age store of Andrea, a Latina college student. Her dad has been working diligently her whole life since her mom passed away to ensure that she would receive a college education.  Pragmatically, their collective goal is that Andrea be a business major.  With this, Andrea will not be held down by the glass ceiling that existed for Dad, Lalo his whole career at the manufacturing plant where he works.  However, when Andrea takes her first Art
Studio class at the university, she realizes that her passion is Art. 

Andrea has to decide if she is going to be the person she dreams of becoming at the expense of disappointing the very person who has sacrificed so much of his life so that she could be there. And Lalo, her father, has to decide if he can let go of his own dreams for his daughter so that she may live her own. 

Andrea's coming of age journey takes place at a public University campus in Southern California where over 50% of our population is Latino but we still make up less than 12% of the student population.  Based on the real incidents of organizing the first "Raza College Day" at the UCSB campus, Andrea's story is set against a landscape of a politically charged campus as she and the group of Chicano/Latino students on campus decide to take on the administration and fight for their right to independently hold an outreach and recruitment day to encourage and help the Latino youth in the area aspire and apply to the neighboring universities.

Donations of any amount will be accepted. I thank you all in advance for being part of this important process with us. 

“Students Like Us”
Production Team
Dianna M. Perez, Ross Romero & Francisco Hernandez

How to Donate: Checks may be made payable to: "Students Like Us"
- If you will not be able to attend but would like to make a donation, please log on to: www.myspace.com/studentslikeus and click on the “make a donation” button

- Or, you may mail checks to:
1915 Mill Rd.
S. Pasadena, CA 91030
Attn: Students Like Us

Lastly, if you are interested in investing, just shoot us an e-mail at studentslikeusfeaturefilm@yahoo.com and we will be sure to get back to you.

Short Films Wanted For Distribution by Chibi Films

Send us your shorts! Films that is!

We are Chibi Films and we are looking for ALL kinds of short films for distribution (general, International, Christian, and more).

The selected filmmakers will need complete rights and releases for their films and music sound tracks (we may decide to create a soundtrack CD) and supply the final film on MiniDV tape.

The filmmakers will make a percentage of the distribution sales.

To Submit Your Film: You may email a LINK to a website showing your entire film (no trailers). Email the link to your film, as well as a contact phone number to: RogerD.Mortimer@juno.com

OR

You may send us a DVD for consideration to:
Chibi Films
3445 Edgehill Dr., Suite #4
Los Angeles, CA 90018

For questions and other info, please email: RogerD.Mortimer@juno.com

It's Not Labor Day, So Why Labor?!?
A Post-Labor Day Industry Mixer and Celebration
 
Wednesday, September 6th, 2006
8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
AQUA Restaurant &Lounge
An “Under the Sea” Lounge
Located at:
424 N. Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA  90210
(just south of Little Santa Monica Blvd.)
Valet and street parking available

(Dinner Reservations start at 6:30pm, if you’d like to arrive early for dinner)


NO COVER CHARGE – by invitation only! This is a guest list only event – you must RSVP

RSVP via email to jeffsviplist@mindspring.com. Please include your FIRST and LAST name, how many will be in your party, and the name of the event you are RSVPing to. If you do not include your full name in the body of the email, you will NOT be on the list. You MUST RSVP BEFORE 5:00pm on Wednesday, September 6th

This will be a capacity event – get there early, or make a Dinner or Bottle Service reservation at (310) 275-8511 to be sure you get in!

Serving up World Cuisine with an Asian flair “tapas style” FEATURING DJ CHRIS PAUL from LONDON who will be spinning his usual great mix to accentuate the evening from 8pm-10pm, and build to an awesome dance mix after 10pm!

Dress Code:  Hip, Upscale, Sexy.
 
DINNER RESERVATIONS AND BOTTLE SERVICE GET PREFERENTIAL ENTRY THIS WILL BE A SOLD OUT EVENT
Please call the venue to make your dinner reservations at (310) 275-8511
(Dinner Reservations start at 6:30)

Face of Spanish-language TV
The Cincinnati Enquirer Tue, 05 Sep 2006 2:33 AM PDT
With her light brown hair and green eyes, Sasha Rionda doesn't look obviously Latino, which might explain why she's on Cincinnati TV, instead of a national network.

San Sebastian reveals line-up for Latin Horizons competition
Sixteen projects selected for Horizons, including El Violin, Rabia, El Custodio and Glue.

Marketing: GM Drops Survivor Sponsorship, Backs Major AIDS Documentary
Edmunds.com Thu, 31 Aug 2006 11:55 AM PDT
DETROIT — General Motors has withdrawn sponsorship of the controversial new season of the TV series Survivor in which teams are formed based on race.

Rreal-Life Figures Fill Telluride
Cruz, Murch, de Heer to be feted
The unlikely quartet of Idi Amin, Diane Arbus, Truman Capote and John Lennon are in the spotlight at the Telluride Film Festival, opening today.

Nielsen Revises Racial Demographics
Friday, September 1 2006
Nielsen Research on Thursday revised its estimates for the number of Hispanic, African-American and Asian-American TV households. The ratings giant said that while there was rapid growth of ethnic populations in numerous smaller markets, there was little change in the top ten.

Focus Has A 'Game' Plan:Duo reteaming for the first time since 'The Mask'
Jim Carrey and Cameron Diaz are set to star in "A Little Game," a romantic comedy to be directed by Gabriele Muccino for Focus Features. Carrey and Diaz will play an engaged Manhattan couple who devise an experiment to see how their friends feel about the relationship.

Established Entertainment Media Company Covering Latino Hollywood Seeking Camera Operator/Editor/Sound Mixer 

We are looking for someone to work as Camera Operator/Editor and Sound Mixer.  You will be shooting Celebrity Interviews for our Online Podcasts.  This is a great opportunity and could lead to a permanent job.  You must be fluent in Spanish.  No up front pay; however copy, credit and deferred pay at later date.

Your role and responsibilities per event include: 
 1.    Shoot/edit/sound mix celebrity interviews.
 2.    Design and produce graphics, stings and motion graphics.
 3.    Have a deep understanding of digital and television video formats, equipment and work flow.          
 4.    Shooting experience.
 5.    Must have own equipment.
 6.    Experience with video formats including mini dv, dvc pro, digital    
        beta cam, sp, dvd creation.
 7.    Familiarity with web-related technologies helpful, e.g., ftp, html, 
        java script.
 8.    Self-starter comfortable working in fast-paced environment.
 9.    Must be an incredibly ambitious shooter.
10.   Posses a positive attitude.
11.  Turnaround time:  We need the Podcast Edited and Completed within 2 days of the event.
       THIS IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!

E-mail us your resume and day rate, contact info & online reel to lhepodcasts@yahoo.com.  Also tell us a little about yourself and why you think you'd be great for the job.

Hiring Final Cut Pro Editors Immediately

We are currently looking for experienced freelance FCP editors to work on various projects. Having your own FCP set-up a definite plus but not mandatory.

Pay varies depending on project and you must have a demo reel.

To Submit: Please email your resume and a LINK to your reel, if available (please, no actual reels via email) to: craig@classclownproduction.com

OR, you may send your reel to:

Class Clown Productions
8424 Santa Monica Blvd #722
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Seeking Writers with Experience in Dramatic Series for TV

Only serious and experienced professionals. We are one of the largest TV Production Companies in the world. Please send your resume to andres.naftali@fremantlemedia.com. No calls please.

Seeking Editing and Camera Interns

Seeking editing and camera interns for a weekly television program. We have been on the air for over 17 years. Looking for people who want to learn the trade and want to grow in the television business. Experience is helpful, but not necessary.
To Apply: Email your resume to Dan Hernandez at dan@sport-fishing.com

Daniel Hernandez Productions
Cerritos, CA 90703
www.sport-fishing.com

The Los Angeles Latino Internation Film Festival is Seeking Volunteers

The Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF) 2006 is celebrating its 10th anniversary. In order to accomplish our goals and dreams we depend on the strong support of our volunteer team.

Our festival will take place from October 5th to the 15th; as we ramp up preparations for the 2006 LALIFF we are looking for the best and brightest interns and volunteers to assist us in the following areas during business, evening and weekend hours.

-Theatre- Sales- Marketing /Public Relations /Media- Sponsor Services -Special Events
Support the Festival Coordinator in organizing and executing all official events during the day and evenings

-Production (PA’S, Coordinators, evening seminars and workshops)

-Transportation
(Valid driver license, insurance required)

-Guest Services
Assisting with the coordination and logistics for invited guests – Office and Festival Promotion- Crowd Control and Venue

As you can see LALIFF interns and volunteers will be integral team players within our festival.  If you are interested in becoming a part of our family please e-mail us back at volunteer@latinofilm.org

Afterwards we’ll schedule a meeting for you to meet the team.  Jobs begin August 28th and run to November 1st.  This is a great opportunity for those who are looking for experience in the industry and maximum exposure to all facets of running a film festival while supporting our community.

Note: If you don’t have a Resume please briefly describe your professional experience.

For more information about the Festival visit our web site www.latinofilm.org.

Seeking Film Crew to Record and Interview The Watsonville Brown Berets In Watsonville, California

This is for the documentry "My Pass" (www.mi-pasar.com). The Brown Berets meet every Thursday.
 
Pay will be $400 for 3 hours of work MAX,

I am also looking for stories to be featured in the documentary concerning immigration or racial discrimination against Mexicans or Mexican Americans.

Please contact mipasar@yahoo.com for more information or to submit a resume and cover letter.

Young San Diego Filmmakers Sought to Produce Two New Documentaries As Part Of Barrio Logan: Voices Of Change

The Media Arts Center San Diego’s Teen Producers Project is currently accepting student applications from local youth who have a strong interest in documentary filmmaking and the community. Youth-producers will research and document the personal life stories and experiences to create two documentary videos about Father Richard Brown and Mr. Victor Ochoa. These videos will be used as a lens for exploring the changing cultural, economic, and political realities of Barrio Logan. The project will give voice to these community heroes and provide instructive models for leadership, community building and civic engagement.  Youth documentation of residents’ life histories strengthens communities by re-building intergenerational ties, training future leaders, preserving local stories, and offering a model to help other communities’ preserve their culture. The short documentaries to be produced, along with the first short documentary produced in August for the Voices of Change series entitled, Roger Cazares: A Passion For Justice, will premiere at the 14th annual San Diego Latino Film Festival in March.  Barrio Logan: Voices of Change the series will also be available on DVD and distributed to local libraries, schools and community groups.  To watch recently produced stories on-line, click here.

Local San Diego youth enrolled in the video production, education and training program will begin production on two short 10-15 minute documentaries profiling Father Richard Brown, longtime resident priest of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Barrio Logan and Victor Ochoa, Chicano muralist, activist and teacher. The 15-week after-school program will begin Tuesday, September 26 and will take place at MAAC Project’s Mercado Apartments, an affordable housing complex located in the heart of Barrio Logan. Classes will be held on Tuesday’s from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Barrio Logan: Voices of Change is a continuation of last year’s digital storytelling project Youth Voices – Community Stories that helps to sustain, support, celebrate and maintain community identity and pride in an area that is widely regarded as a spiritual center for Latino civic engagement.  

Community Partners for the Barrio Logan project are the Barrio Logan College Institute, and the San Diego Historical Society.   

Funding for the project comes from the Stuart Foundation, California Technology Foundation, the Commission for Arts & Culture and the MAAC Project.

About “BARRIO LOGAN: Voices of Change”
For more information about the project please contact Kate Trumbull, Education Coordinator to the Media Arts Center San Diego: ktrumbull@mediaartscenter.org/ 619.230.1938 x 102 or visit www.mediaartscenter.org

CASTING CALL: Los Angeles, CA

CENTERED IN THE UNIVERSE - Live Project

Casting Director: Michael Donovan
PAY: $600-$700 PER WEEK (See Below)
Deadline: NOW
Shooting in Los Angeles

Union Status: There is no specific union for this, but Actors Equity Association has approved that its members may do this show. (SAG and AFTRA are also fine - and we will absolutely consider non-union actors, too.) Rate: Approximately $600 - $700 per week (there will be rotating casts, so it will depend on how many shows the actor does)

The Griffith Park Observatory has been closed for years while undergoing a major renovation. It is re-opening at the end of October, and will introduce this new show about the planets and astronomy. Each show will have a live host, and we are looking to hire a team of hosts who will rotate, cover each other and understudy - thus allowing some flexibility for the performers.

We are open to Union and Non-Union performers.

HOST
ALL ETHNICITIES / A mature 28 year old to a youngish 55 year old
Must have a charismatic personality. Attractive - not necessarily beautiful or leading man/woman type, but attractive/appealing/engaging. A nice pleasing voice is a MUST. You should be entertaining, but not come across as an actor.


To Submit: Submit HARDCOPY headshots only with RESUME to:

Michael Donovan Casting
8170 Beverly Blvd.
Suite 105
Los Angeles, CA 90048
NO DROPOFFS

CASTING CALL: Los Angeles, CA

Casting large female for 35mm comedy short.

We are currently looking for an extremely large and uninhibited female with a good sense of humor for a 35mm comedy short. This is a paid position for a 1 day shoot (date TBD).

To Submit: Please email headshot and resume to: craig@classclownproduction.com

or send to

Class Clown Productions
8424 Santa Monica Blvd #722
West Hollywood, CA 90069

CASTING CALL: Los Angeles, CA

Delusions of Grandeur

Feature Film
Low Budget - Dramady

LULU / Lead / Female / Hispanic, Native American / 20-25
Attractive Latina who DOES NOT have a thin body. Her curves make her nervous until she begins to lose her sanity and embrace the lunacies of life. Partial nudity…please do not submit if this is a problem.

Bella Donna Films
Director/Writer Iris Almaraz
Executive Producer Corina Mora
Producer Rina Fernandez
Location – Los Angeles

Send Resume and Headshots ASAP to:
Bella Donna Films
C/O Isac Guzman
3866 Dozier St.
Los Angeles, Ca. 90063

You can submit on line at lacasting.com or showfax.com

CASTING CALL: Los Angeles, CA 

The new Ewan McGregor film "The Tourist" is now casting for production starting in October. This thriller will be produced by 20th Century Fox.

Check out the link below for more specifics about the casting call.
The Actor Club

The film is seeking a range of types and ethnicities before production begins in October.

CASTING CALL: Los Angeles, CA
Hollywood Desperado

Accepting union and non-union talent. All roles are paid. Producers are intending to file a low budget agreement with SAG.

Story Line: “Hollywood Desperado: Rebel or Royalty” is the inspiring true story of Jaime Monroy. As a street smart fearless kid from the barrio of East Los Angeles, he uses his head and his heart to seek fame and fortune in the bright lights of Hollywood. This Latino boy-next-door makes his own breaks at age 16 by day, handing out tickets to television show tapings in front of Hollywood’s Grauman’s Chinese Theater. By early evening, parking cars for legendary comedians at the Friar’s Club in Beverly Hills, and late at night, answering phones and separating the mail for Hollywood Screen Legend Mae West.

SEEKING THE FOLLOWING:
LEAD: Male, age 6-9, Latino, dark hair, brown eyes, cute smile.
LEAD: Male, age 14-17. Latino, dark hair, brown eyes, big smile. Think Jason London from “Dazed and Confused”. Excellent comedic skills. Stand-up comedy, improv a plus.
LEAD: Male, age 18-25. Latino, dark hair, brown eyes, big smile. Think John Stamos type. Excellent comedic skills. Stand-up comedy, improv a plus.
PLAYBOY BUNNIES: Female, age 20’s, All ethnicities. Gorgeous, voluptuous Playboy Bunny types.
RED CARPET BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE: Males/Females, age 18-30, beautiful young Hollywood types, all ethnicities.
LOLA: Female, age 20’s. Latina, a striking yet wholesome brunette beauty. Think Barbara Mori, Ana de la Reguera, Dayanara Torres.
OLYMPIC PROSPECT ATHLETES: Males, age 16-20. Must be athletic. Track & Field a plus. All ethnicities.
CHEERLEADERS: Female, age 18-25, Caucasian. Gorgeous, blonde and brunette. Bubbly, ditzy, upbeat personality, southern dialect.
BEAUTIFUL BEACH GOERS: Males/Females, age 18-35. Latino and Latina. Gorgeous.
JAZZ PLAYERS: Male, African American. Must be real Jazz Player.
TEXAS SUBURB MAYOR: Male, age 50‘s. Caucasian. Well-dressed, distinguished, southern dialect, character type.
TEXAS SUBURB SHERRIFF: Male, age 40’s-50’s. Caucasian. Character type. Think Jackie Gleason’s character from “Smokey and the Bandit”.
COOK: Male, age 30’s. Latino, heavy, character type.
RESTAURANT MANAGER: Male, age 40’s. All ethnicities. Stocky, bossy, loud.
COMEDY CLUB BOOKER: Female, age 30’s. All ethnicities. Neurotic, worry wart, people pleaser.
TEXAS COMEDY CLUB M.C. Male, age late 30’s, All ethnicities. Skinny, cowboy type, southern dialect.
TEXAS COMEDY CLUB AUDIENCE: Males/Females, All ethnicities. Southern, cowboys/cowgirls types.
GRANDFATHER: Male, age 60’s, Latino, patriarc of the family, white hair, distinguished man.
GOING AWAY FIESTA FAMILY PARTY GOERS: Males/Females. All ages. Latino aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters, cousins, nieces, nephews.
LOS MUSICOS TROPICAL TRIO: Males, age 30’s- 40’s. Actual Latino musicians.
SAILBOAT GUIDE: Male, age 25-35, hunky Latino, tanned, athletic build.
TEACHER: Female, age 50’s-60s, All ethnicities. Older pleasant teacher type.
BULLY: Male, age 6-10, Latino.
CLASSMATES: Males/Females, age 6-10, Latinos.
DMV EXAMINER: Female, age 40’s, All ethnicities. Comedic, character type.
SECURITY GAURD: Male, age 40’s-50’s, All ethnicities. Sarcastic, character type. Must have excellent comedic timing.
RECEPTIONIST: Female, age 50’s. All ethnicities. Annoyed, character type. Must have excellent comedic timing.
HEADHUNTER BOSS: Male, age 40’s-50’s. All ethnicities.
RADIO HOST: Male, Voice-Over role. Good radio host voice.
GRAVEYARD DESK CLERK: Male, age 60’s-70’s, All ethnicities. Character type. Must have excellent comedic timing.
MADAME SORAYA: Female, age 40’s. All ethnicities. Gypsy, fortune teller type.
BOUNCERS: Males, age 30’s-40’s. All ethnicities.
COMEDY CROWD: Males/Females, age 20’s-60’s, African American.
NIGHT CLUB OWNERS: Males, age 40’s-50’s. Mobster/Ganster types. Think “The Sopranos”.
BUDDY HACKETT LOOK ALIKE
MILTON BERLE LOOK ALIKE
HENNY YOUNGMAN LOOK ALIKE
JOHNNY CARSON LOOK ALIKE
MAE WEST LOOK ALIKE
RED FOXX LOOK ALIKE

OPEN CALL
Saturday, September 9, 2006
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Ricardo Montalban Theatre
1615 North Vine Street
Hollywood, CA 90028

Please bring a headshot and resume.

CASTING CALL: New York, NY

The Producers of "The Story of Juan Bago and "Truth" are casting for the upcoming Full feature Drama called "Nuestra Vida."

"Nuestra Vida" will begin casting early September. We will be looking for up-and-coming talent to create this great film.

For all the roles please submit a head shot or Comp Card with a resume. If you are involved in any projects please let us know and email us at Vidanuestra@gmail.com

Following is synopsis and breakdown of the characters:

Marcus, finds himself lost in the routine that has become his life. Marcus' life includes a charismatic yet uninhibited best friend Anthony, his newly discovered and arrogant model girlfriend Cassandra, and Anthony's mother who holds a significant part of his heart. While dealing with the realization that his life is lacking passion and essential happiness, Marcus is awakened by a new woman, Nicole. While Nicole brings Marcus to new understandings, Anthony's mother passes after fighting an illness, which brings a tear into Marcus' and Anthony's life long relationship. The conflicts in Marcus' life send him and Anthony into parallels and crossroads they never could have imagined.

Main Characters
Marcus
Male mid twenties
Copywriter with routine life. Lives in a sedated state after losing his baseball scholarship four years ago. Remains conservative in his actions even though he realizes he is unhappy with his routine. He begins self transformation through his dreams and personal relationships
Anthony
Male mid twenties
Production assistant with other unlegitimate means of income. Charismatic and free spirited with no strings attached sexual relationships. Aimless wanderer without worry who cannot cope with emotional adversity.
Nicole
Female in mid twenties.
Bartender and former basketball player. Sincere and blunt with her opinions. Heartbroken past that leads to her skeptical views. She finds safety in her new found love.
Cassandra
Female in Mid-twenties
Newly discovered model. Assertive and self-centered attitude comes with new found success. Neglectful of her 6 year relationship and is prone to vulnerability and anger.
Anthony's Mother
Female Late forties
Severe condition of diabetes. Warm, open minded and wise. Cared for Marcus since the age of 5. She has a more open relationship with Marcus than with Anthony. Believes happiness can be attained by understanding one self and
being open hearted.
Jacob
Male in late twenties
Undercover narcotics detective. Calm but assertive alpha male. Looks for ways to use people to his advantage in sly ways for crooked activities.
Derek
Male Mid twenties
Undercover narcotics officer. Extremely arrogant and rude. Works under Jacob and looks to prey on others by using their weaknesses and his authority as a detective against them.
Extra Females (10 roles)
Ages 20-29
Promiscuous and fun loving, sexy and extremely flirtatious.

CASTING CALL: East Los Angeles, CA

East Los Angeles Repertory Theatre Company is holding auditions for
the workshop production of “Quinceañera” the musical by Jesus A. Reyes & Roxanna E. Sanchez

Looking for:
Non-equity Latino actors
male and female who can sing and dance.
Sides will be provided
Please bring your own tape or cd as boom box will be available

Also looking for a choreographer and an assistant director

Email headshot and resume to:
Jesus @ jreyes@eastlarep. com
To make an appointment or for more info
call: (323) 788-3880

Auditions
Sept. 6, 7, and 12
5pm to 9pm
@ El Gallo Plaza
4545 E. Cesar Chavez , LA CA 90022

Information
Rehearsals begin Sept. 16
Runs Oct. 20 thru Nov. 19
Friday & Saturday evenings
Sunday matinees
All performances at El Gallo Plaza

A small flat stipend will be provided for the rehearsals and performances.

CASTING CALL: Garden Grove, CA

Forming a traveling acting troupe with the play El Pachuco 1943 written by Disneyland winner Louie Olivos, Jr.

El Pachuco to open in El Paso, Texas. El Paso is the birthplace of Los Pachucos.

-Seeking all types. Special need for African-American actors for role of Charly.
-Special need for two Caucasian roles of roque cops.
-Seeking bilingual actors.