| Fly like a bird, and be free my friend- | | | | tomorrow. |
| One of the most special things about being an actor is | | | | Sacreeta, everyone has to start somewhere, actors, |
| expression, and there is a place for every actor, old or | | | | directors, writers, filmmakers and on and on. Being kind |
| new, to express themselves. It is a garden to roam in | | | | to everyone who crosses your path in the business is |
| a playground, plentiful in the film industry and found in | | | | not only proper etiquette, it is smart business. It involves |
| every city. | | | | understanding what's going on around you, reading up |
| Now hold on, don't be asking what Sacreeta is | | | | on the latest trends, keeping up with the direction on |
| smoking. | | | | what's pleasing the crowds (and it is a matter of public |
| For one thing, Sacreeta doesn't smoke; but she does | | | | opinion who becomes famous-no matter what the |
| play in this playground, and I implore you to go out and | | | | critics tell you.) Keeping abreast is as important as |
| discover your own. After this message we'll find out | | | | knowing the difference between hair spray and |
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| *** Quick Break *** | | | | Ok. Let's shift back to freedom for the actors, with a |
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| ***Thanks for listening*** | | | | big-budget production. The actor may be chosen |
| We're back, and now for the answer. You'll find your | | | | because of a spark of personality that strikes |
| playground among the independent, low-budget and | | | | everyone upon their grand entrance to the casting |
| student filmmakers, with their auditions, sets and films. | | | | session. The writers of low-budget films concentrate |
| And that's the truth of it. Of course it's not all fun. It's | | | | more on the development of the storyline. The |
| demanding, hard work, often full of growing pains. But | | | | direction in which the story takes the character can be |
| that's exactly the point. It's one of the best places to | | | | influenced by the actors themselves. |
| grow, and also an excellent place to practice the | | | | Having a strong character that is able to take the |
| techniques taught in the Kamitic Acting System. | | | | audience through the story is vital, and landing a role |
| Independent filmmakers -- what comes to mind when | | | | where you have the luxury of such artistic freedom is |
| one hears that is what makes me feel bad for those | | | | an excellent way for the actor to grow. |
| guys. Most are fresh from college, or were interns, | | | | The writers usually create the script with a particular |
| have no backing, are pressed for time, cut down | | | | mold in mind, such as gruff exterior, soft soulful eyes |
| scripts to fit the criteria. There are sacrifices and | | | | and a charming, no-fuss attitude. In walks Johnny, his |
| compromises made. They aren't always happy with | | | | eyes are dark and mysterious, not the soft soulful look, |
| that, but they make the best of it. | | | | but his raspy voice and devious grin are irresistibly |
| What if new actors had empathy for IFM? What if | | | | charming, inspiring the entire crew. They can foresee |
| they crafted their audition/acting talents toward making | | | | sequels, and in turn rewrite the script to suit the actor. |
| life easier for these guys/gals? What if you, as a real | | | | Room for change, room for freedom of expression, |
| actor, walked into the audition with sincere compliments | | | | enhancing your resume, networking - these are |
| on the script handed to you? | | | | certainly benefits to the actors for being in an |
| It has been proven that directors do consider/respect | | | | independent film. |
| those who consider them first, and understand that | | | | A few extra things to think about: |
| they too, have a dilemma. They must produce a | | | | The director and crew may be a little wet behind the |
| screenplay of value that can be shot with proficiency, | | | | ears. Have as much patience with them as you would |
| while being believable and persuasive, within the | | | | appreciate them having with you. |
| boundaries of the filmmakers' budget. | | | | Don't be afraid to question them if you are confused |
| Instead of actors considering this an encumbrance, | | | | about your character's actions. If the director and |
| spot-on actors would take up the challenge, and act | | | | scriptwriter are in agreement, then it will be a quick, |
| within the boundaries of what's available with | | | | smooth resolution. |
| contentment. Working in these conditions forces the | | | | Politely and amicably suggest things that may sum up |
| actor to … well … ACT. The emphasis is | | | | the scene with a different perspective that you feel |
| no longer on what the film can afford, it shifts to what | | | | strongly about, which could be helpful. But keep it neat. |
| the actor can do. Spot-on actors, willing to work with | | | | Abrupt criticism could simply have you taken off the |
| little to no pay, are hard to come by, and it's | | | | set. |
| understood. | | | | Study the script. Get a good impression of the plot, the |
| The IFM know the competency of the actors is what | | | | conflict, the climax-and break down the script as you |
| will give the picture its credibility, and the actors should | | | | would with a big-budget film. |
| be aware that the experience can do nothing but | | | | And finally: There really is no difference when it comes |
| enhance their own career goals. | | | | to putting your best performance into your work. Take |
| My response would be, "What an interesting concept," | | | | pride in every acting project you take on … |
| and I'll tell you exactly why. | | | | make it your own … and you'll do great. |
| First and foremost: Unknown today=Famous | | | | |