Being AN extra
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Intresting. Id be happy to take any work your being offered :-)Carter said:Ive done a few days as an extra. Used to knock about with a girl who was gagging to get on tv by hook or crook. I was only spoken down to once and I told the man doing it to fuck off and was on my way. Got plenty of offers of work after that still. I got speaking to people who do that sort of thing to earn a crust. Thats not a good long term career choice. Decent beer money but I'd strongly suggest doing it with a friend but only see it like others have described, interesting to see how things are put together but don't expect to be talent spotted. If someone is rude to you or treats you unacceptably then stick up for yourself.
Did a short film very early on a sunday morning where the Olympic stadium now is and whilst suffering a very early start basically sat around drinking brews and chatting to the cast and crew. Didn't leave the awning of the tea wagon other than to stand with about twenty other people and pretend we were pointing excitedly at something in the air for about ten minutes and got paid about a ton.
I still get emails from the places that supply the manpower but don't have the time or inclination anymore0 -
Just get yourself on all the websies that supply this sort of work and the phone will start ringing. Once you do a couple of days work your number will get circulated and the phone will start ringing. Without sounding like I'm being horrible or anything like that, I don't know you personally to be doing that. As decent a bloke as you sound. Sign up to starnow and all the other websites like that (don't part with any money)0
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I used to work on film crews so don't know if this is helpful. Never pay an agency, that is not how it works. If you get work, don't be late. Eat first and bring a sandwich as you will be last in the queue (and will probably just get a cold buffet). Don't stare at or approach the talent and don't be starstruck if the talent approach you. Don't look at the camera. Don't talk unless you are being asked to talk. Bring one of those little collapsible stools with your name on it. If it's a commercial or promo/music video be prepared to work very late. In winter, consider thermals.0
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agreed with this, i worked on a couple of films, in the locations departments and extras. Always bring a pencil case of nik naks. But seriously bring water and a bit of food standing around doing nothing in the cold/hot for long periods is hungry and thirsty work.BrentfordAddick said:I used to work on film crews so don't know if this is helpful. Never pay an agency, that is not how it works. If you get work, don't be late. Eat first and bring a sandwich as you will be last in the queue (and will probably just get a cold buffet). Don't stare at or approach the talent and don't be starstruck if the talent approach you. Don't look at the camera. Don't talk unless you are being asked to talk. Bring one of those little collapsible stools with your name on it. If it's a commercial or promo/music video be prepared to work very late. In winter, consider thermals.
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I played the role years ago of an undertaker in a drama called sharmen with Samantha Janus found it very boring and wouldn't do it again0
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I appreciate that. I've signed up to StarNow but not the paid membership, although limits me on applying for roles...Carter said:Just get yourself on all the websies that supply this sort of work and the phone will start ringing. Once you do a couple of days work your number will get circulated and the phone will start ringing. Without sounding like I'm being horrible or anything like that, I don't know you personally to be doing that. As decent a bloke as you sound. Sign up to starnow and all the other websites like that (don't part with any money)
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Another thing you can do is buy yourself a copy of the stage magazine and apply for everything in the jobs section that has the words 'supporting cast' or 'support artist' your name will get added to lists and go for student stuff. It won't be paid but these little sods are the future for all the lottery funding and when they get it all the people who gave their time for nowt will be at the top of their lists when they eventually get paws on a budget. Think of that as an investment if you want to get into doing this longer term. The girl I was referring to earlier did this and got loads of work and dragged me along when more bodies were needed0
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I thought they are now called, 'SA's' - Supporting Actors.0
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This is kubrick’s failed napoleon project I recall.Shrew said:1 -
"Please leave your hair and facial to grow to suit our period looks"
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Unlucky mate - clearly baldness only invented in the 20th Century.Baldybonce said:"Please leave your hair and facial to grow to suit our period looks"
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Yeah Joaquim Phoenix is playing Napoleon, Jodie Comer is playing Josephinekentaddick said:
This is kubrick’s failed napoleon project I recall.Shrew said:
Am surprised they've not just reached out to the various reinactment groups0 -
How did this turn out in 2012 - Did you get any roles @CrayAddick ??0
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Baldybonce said:"Please leave your hair and facial to grow to suit our period looks"
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When I first moved to Stockport as a teenager, all the kids were banging on about getting parts as extras on a Hollywood film that was to be partly filmed in the town. A few of us got chosen and were ordered to report back at a later date with short back and sides. Being the 1970's, there was not a chance of me cutting off my shoulder length locks, not even for Richard Gere and a future life of superstardom!
The film was Yanks.2 -
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Just hope, people are not left red faced.man_at_milletts said:Baldybonce said:"Please leave your hair and facial to grow to suit our period looks"
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That's bloody awful.EricBanterna said:
Just hope, people are not left red faced.man_at_milletts said:Baldybonce said:"Please leave your hair and facial to grow to suit our period looks"
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Apologies, how about left with egg on their face.SporadicAddick said:
That's bloody awful.EricBanterna said:
Just hope, people are not left red faced.man_at_milletts said:Baldybonce said:"Please leave your hair and facial to grow to suit our period looks"
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I'd pay to be a part of any Gladiator film. The first one remains one of cinemas greatest achievements1
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Maybe you can be Biggus Dickus?1
