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Gbolahan Oluwo
Gbolahan Oluwo
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Date: 2007-01-11 16:19
Although there are many movie roles in the world that need filling,
a scant few are starring roles for that irresistibly charming, fabulously
talented actor around whom directors craft top movies. To get your
star on the Walk of Fame, you need plenty of luck and talent. Don't
invest in those Revo sunglasses yet--years of hard work lie ahead.

Instructions

STEP 1: Start early. Try out for parts in school plays, community theater, anything that gives you stage time.

STEP 2: Take acting lessons from an accredited local theater company or university, or a professional actor's studio.

STEP 3: Attend one of the country's top notch drama and performing arts programs including those u have always seeing in your locat TV.....we seems so far and kinda envy wat we see on the screen but believe me, u only need a step to be seen and

STEP 4: Audition for school films, indies and low-budget films. Go to [*Link removed*] to explore your options. Expect constant rejection: Perseverance and resilience are your greatest allies.

STEP 5: Join the Screen Actors Guild like ( [*Link removed*] ), the labor union from which major movies hire their acting talent. You can't become a SAG member until you land a role, and you can't be cast in a film until you become a SAG member, a catch-22 that many film careers have foundered on. In order to break the stalemate, you need to "know" somebody who will help you get a speaking role of just one word. Or, take advantage of SAG's recently introduced points system ( [*Link removed*] ). Work as an extra and attend sanctioned events to build up enough points to qualify for membership. Or, take your chances and audition at a cattle call-- casting directors are always looking for new talent.

STEP 6: Move to the city, like in my contry, lagos is the best option, in United states, New York or Los Angeles and get an agent. He or she gets information about auditions for roles, either directly from casting directors and producers or from "the breakdowns," a daily faxed list of roles being cast that is only available to agents, managers and union members. It's brutally tough to get an agent if you're not a SAG member, and you might have to make due with a manager until you get a break.

STEP 7: Look good. This isn't necessary for every role, but the better you look, the more buzz you'll get. In fact, if you look good enough, you can skip all the other steps.

STEP 8: Choose your films carefully. It may be impossible to predict a hit--in fact Hollywood is littered with stories of actors tuning down a role that turned out to be a sensation--but pick roles (and directors) that will further the development of your craft.


Overall Tips & Warnings

Work on your singing ability to open up new roles and expand your vocal skills.
If you had to make a choice between being really gifted and really driven, choose drive. Hard work will get you farther than talent any day (but having talent helps!).
SAG membership can be expensive, with initiation fees of almost $1,200 and annual dues based your earnings.

Assemble a portfolio with professional head shots and descriptions of your roles and training. See 180 Become a Model for more tips. Make sure your headshot reflects the image you want to portray and the roles you're looking for.
Don't be a prima donna. If you're difficult to work with, you won't get call-backs.

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Date: 2007-04-16 08:50
On the job training if you can

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Date: 2007-04-24 11:31
COOL.i guess u have helped people with the same problems!great job!:thumbup:;):D

Vylune P.
Vylune P.
ID: 186257
Posts: 258
Date: 2007-04-25 02:35
wow, if you wrote these advices yourself you should submit them as an article here, so more people can find them:thumbup:

Ayis Sevilla
Ayis Sevilla
ID: 197309
Posts: 36
Date: 2007-06-28 00:06
Wish that achieving to become a movie star's as easy as reading your post. :)
"Our hearts are drunk with a beauty our eyes could never see." :cantlook:

Riely Alecia Saville
Riely Alecia Saville
ID: 225026
Posts: 13
Date: 2008-01-23 08:20
Great Advice! But it aint that easy!

Carib Goodies
Carib Goodies
ID: 182744
Posts: 1442
Date: 2008-01-23 20:11
Vylune P.:

wow, if you wrote these advices yourself you should submit them as an article here, so more people can find them:thumbup:


Not likely: HOW TO BECOME A MOVIE STAR courtesy of eHow.com

Kinda nice of him to bring these tips to people's attention although plagiarism is a no-no.

Guys, it is OK to do research and report your findings, but have multiple sources, phrase things in your own words and cite your sources when you quote.
:cantlook: Have faith that the universe will unfold as it should :cool:

Cheri D. Clark aka Frenchi
Cheri D. Clark aka Frenchi
ID: 209800
Posts: 380
Date: 2008-01-23 23:36
Yes, I believe that I tell my senior English class that on a regular basis. I am sure my college professors told me that while in school...




Sheryl (Cheri's mom)
:sleep:

Carib Goodies
Carib Goodies
ID: 182744
Posts: 1442
Date: 2008-01-24 00:02
Cheri: Journalism class was an elective at the school I taught at years ago. Being an elective, if I caught someone plagiarizing, it was an automatic 'F' and a boot from the class. Plagiarism is exactly the same as stealing. And there is absolutely no way that anyone can accidentally plagiarize. Premeditated is what it is.


Oh...but staying on topic.

Find out if your state is a 'right-to-work' state. Those are states that do not recognize guild rates for hiring actors. Typically movie companies will film crowd scenes or parts that require numerous extras in those states to save money. For instance, the Virgin Islands remains a right-to-work state both to attract movie companies and to give locals a chance at exposure. The casting calls are public and open to all. One may get as little as $25 for a day of filming but the chances of rejection are low, you may get to brush shoulders with a major star, and you have a film credit to your name which can be applied toward Screen Actors Guild membership.

So, give right-to-work castings a shot. Your goal is first to gain experience and second to network and try to get noticed. (Without making a royal pain of yourself.)
:cantlook: Have faith that the universe will unfold as it should :cool:

Cheri D. Clark aka Frenchi
Cheri D. Clark aka Frenchi
ID: 209800
Posts: 380
Date: 2008-01-24 08:59
Yes, they do that on a regular basis in LA. Many members of my family have been "movie extras". It is a long day without pay-- generally. But you really get to experience the hands on that happens during a movie shoot. I plan to do a couple this summer. There are websites that will actually email you when there is an upcoming movie in your area..

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