'Handwritten' music video thread.

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'Handwritten' video casting


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Some other news; http://www.nycastings.com/Public_s/v3_ViewNoticeDetail.asp?Qc=Film/TV/Video,Kids/Teens&Qn=46601

I think we get a new single really soon! ( Handwritten)

Wow, sounds great...Thanks for posting.

Handwritten seemed to me as the greatest song on the making of..

Erik Drost wrote:

Some other news; http://www.nycastings.com/Public_s/v3_ViewNoticeDetail.asp?Qc=Film/TV/Video,Kids/Teens&Qn=46601

I think we get a new single really soon! ( Handwritten)

Very cool find. Let's all audition.

Some of the descriptions are pure gold.

"Think Owen Wilson as a child."

For the role of "Dad of Tyler": "He is Tyler's dad."

Erik Drost wrote:

Some other news; http://www.nycastings.com/Public_s/v3_ViewNoticeDetail.asp?Qc=Film/TV/Video,Kids/Teens&Qn=46601

I think we get a new single really soon! ( Handwritten)

"All should have long messy hair, rough around the edges, scrappy rocker types."

lulz were had.

jdc wrote:

Some of the descriptions are pure gold.

"Think Owen Wilson as a child."

For the role of "Dad of Tyler": "He is Tyler's dad."

haha that Owen Wilson part

Erik Drost wrote:

Some other news; http://www.nycastings.com/Public_s/v3_ViewNoticeDetail.asp?Qc=Film/TV/Video,Kids/Teens&Qn=46601

I think we get a new single really soon! ( Handwritten)

Sounds awesome. The visual imagery that is being used in this music video is everything I think of when I listen to Gaslight Anthem. 1950's, 1960s, romance, the list goes on. I can't wait to see it.

acousticbandit wrote:

Erik Drost wrote:

Some other news; http://www.nycastings.com/Public_s/v3_ViewNoticeDetail.asp?Qc=Film/TV/Video,Kids/Teens&Qn=46601

I think we get a new single really soon! ( Handwritten)

"All should have long messy hair, rough around the edges, scrappy rocker types."

lulz were had.

Oh, that's great. I'm also stoked that Kevin Slack is directing.

Note for record executive: "Think: Tom Hanks in "That Thing You Do."

More details posted on craigslist: they are looking for extras too!

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Sara Conte is casting Non-Union actors and musicians for the short film "Every Word Handwritten," directed by Kevin Slack (http://kevin-slack.com/) and produced by Robby Starbuck of RSM Creative. (http://rsmcreative.com/) The shoot will take place in New York, NY June 25th - 29th, 2012. This project is an opportunity for actors, musicians, minors and fans to participate in this short film, to be edited into music video for The Gaslight Anthem's new single, "Handwritten." Please read roles carefully and only submit if you meet ALL requirements.

For consideration, please email headshot, resume and link to reel (if available) to still.casting@gmail.com, as soon as possible!! Current, candid photos are preferred to submit over standard headshot and both are preferred if available.

Thanks!! I look forward to your submissions.


SYNOPSIS
Set against the 1960s, this film follows the life of a vinyl record as it passes through time, touching lives, before finding its way home.


CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
**Please note: Rates are set to reflect duration needed for shoot. Credit, food and copy are also available for all roles listed below. Please email still.casting@gmail.com with any additional submission materials or questions.**

JAMES (Lead / Male / Caucasian / 25 - 27 years) - $150 Flat
Description: Caucasian, dark hair, medium build, medium length hair; should appear handsome, mysterious and brooding; (rough around the edges.) Must be comfortable smoking cigarettes. Must be able to play guitar well.


RILEY/TEENAGE GIRL (Supporting / Female / Caucasian / 16 - 18 years) - $150 Flat
Description: Caucasian or Hispanic, very cute young girl with a rock n' roll edge to her, dark brown or dark red hair. Needs to be comfortable kissing a boy (similar age) in a sweet, romantic setting. Must be comfortable with atmosphere smoke.


TYLER/TEENAGE BOY (Supporting / Male / Caucasian / 18 years) - $150 Flat
Description: Caucasian, lanky build; handsome, but rough around the edges - an alternative 1960s style with a wild side -- not an all-American boy-next-door. Needs to be comfortable kissing a girl (similar age) in a sweet, romantic setting. Must be comfortable with atmosphere smoke.


TOMMY/NEIGHBOR (Supporting / Male / Caucasian / 12 - 13 years / MINOR) - $100 Flat
Description: Caucasian boy, blonde or brunette, stringy/messy hair, innocent looking -- think: Owen Wilson as a child.


TYLER'S DAD (Supporting / Male / Caucasian / 40s) -- $50
Description: Caucasian, dark or peppered hair, lean, strong build and soft, deep eyes.


JAMES' BAND: (Supporting / Male / Caucasian / 20s) -- $150 Flat/full band ($50 ea)
Description: Caucasian, long messy hair, rough around the edges, scrappy rocker types. Must be skilled at playing instruments -- complete 3-person band submissions welcome if fit description. (Drummer, bassist and guitar player) -- Must be comfortable with atmosphere smoke


RECORD EXECUTIVE (Featured / Male / Caucasian / 40s) - $50 Flat
Description: Savvy 1960s talent scout with 'average joe' look. Think: Tom Hanks in "That Thing You Do." Must be comfortable with atmosphere smoke.


RECORD STORE WORKER (Featured / Female / Caucasian / 20s) - $50 Flat
Moody type with dark hair and grunge style -- think Sara Gilbert in Roseanne or Winona Ryder in Reality Bites.


TOMMY AS ADULT - $50 Flat (Featured / Male / Caucasian / 30s) - $50 Flat
Tommy/Neighbor 20+ years later. String/messy hair (similar to child version) with weathered face. Should look like they've had a difficult life and possibly a bit overweight.


** Also seeking non-union record store customers, concert goers and other extras for this project! Please inquire at still.casting@gmail.com!! **

Location: New York, NY
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: Please see individual roles for details

This is hilarious, my mum and I have always said my younger brother who is 12. Looks like Owen Wilson!

With a bit of hair dye I could make a good attempt at the male lead.

Holland wrote:

With a bit of hair dye I could make a good attempt at the male lead.

Brian what are you doing here?

the fact they're specifically looking for non-union actors is a bit unsettling.

Everyone is cheap.

Holland wrote:

With a bit of hair dye I could make a good attempt at the male lead.

more like Riley the Teen Girl!

If it was not for the Stringy Long hair and the must be comfortable smoking....I mean, I have a bit of Handsomeness, and a rough around the edges/dark and brooding look.

What is this all american boy next door type they speak of?!!!!

saltandburn1967 wrote:

What is this all american boy next door type they speak of?!!!!

"...not an All-American boy next door type"

Sorry, dude haha.

JohnnyC wrote:

saltandburn1967 wrote:

What is this all american boy next door type they speak of?!!!!

"...not an All-American boy next door type"

Sorry, dude haha.

.....dammit.

Daire wrote:

the fact they're specifically looking for non-union actors is a bit unsettling.

Shouldn't be. Union actors require casting minimums, fees, all sorts of rules. It would easily double or triple the cost of the project.

plugga wrote:

Holland wrote:

With a bit of hair dye I could make a good attempt at the male lead.

more like Riley the Teen Girl!

Love scrolling back through these topics. haha how very dare you!!

Holland wrote:

plugga wrote:

Holland wrote:

With a bit of hair dye I could make a good attempt at the male lead.

more like Riley the Teen Girl!

Love scrolling back through these topics. haha how very dare you!!

We can all agree you're a very cute young girl i think! Haha

I don't know...I may be a heterosexual man, but Holland is one attractive fellow haha.

i think we have been there in the pics'thread ahaha

i'm really curious about this video now from how many characters there are and the fact that they want people who can actually play in a band. Seems a little odd considering uh TGA is a band and it's a music video for them. Why is there another band thats supposed to be in it? Guess I gotta just trust Kevin Slack since he's never done us wrong before.

Is anyone trying for any roles?