7 Huge Demo Reel Mistakes That Make Casting Directors Click Away
Do you have a demo reel? If so, please share it here and let us know what clips you used and how you created the reel, so we can learn from you.
Acting : 7 Huge Demo Reel Mistakes That Make Casting Directors Click Away by Aaron Marcus
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Must-watch video, Aaron Marcus!
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Thank you, Maurice. So glad you liked the video. This information will be helpful to actors as well as filmmakers/directors who are also needing to have their work scene by other industry professionals.
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You're welcome, Aaron Marcus. You're right. I made a script showcase demo reel once.
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Aaron Marcus I agree this is a must-watch. Super helpful tips.I really must get going with my reel. I like what you said about finding someone with a film camera to shoot some footage if i don't have much to put on my reel
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Thanks for letting us know, Maurice. Did you add much to it, or just show the clips?
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You're welcome, Aaron Marcus. The reel was basically posters I made for my scripts. Maybe the loglines too.
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That is literally what I did Alexandra Stevens you can see my reel on my profile page. I also want to remind everyone that Stage 32 has a reel review. You can submit your show reel for feedback. I think it's $25 or $35.
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Alexandra, just make sure the footage that is shot is an actual scene. You want another actor in the shot with you. This way they can see your reactions.
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Aaron Marcus thanks for the tip. It was helpful! By the way i love your pup!!!
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Suzanne Bronson do you mean the Beyond Therapy clip? I love your bold acting choices in it and it is hilarious! Good on you for getting it out there. Interested to hear more about your process with it some time
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Glad you found the video helpful. Jamie is such a sweet and loving pup. He and my wife volunteer for Pets On Wheels. They go into senior centers so the clients can talk and pet the pups.
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Thank you. Yes Alexandra Stevens the whole reel is scenes. I also did The Hours, and A Trip To Bountiful.
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Aaron Marcus, you're right. Acting reals are very helpful. Of course, famous actors don't submit actor reals -- especially actors who are on a TV series that everybody watches.
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Well known actors will have parts written with them in mind. But, for most of us regular actors, they are crucial. Thank you so much for sharing,