Hi everyone, I am French with a French accent. My question is, do you think it is important to get rid of it to succeed? Because everyone I meet tells me that it is cute and I think this is one of my thing, like a particularity... But on the other hand, I often read that it is better to not have an...
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Patrick, I'm looking for an editor to finish a short - 20 min. Would like to see a reel and if you can send one. You can go here to find out a bit about me: www.straydogfilm.com. My email address is Thomas@straydogfilm.com There is money. Thanks.
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Please check out my updated editing reel and message me if you are in need of an L.A based digital film/video editor.
Hey Everybody,
I am interested in shooting a western this summer and I need help finding awesome Los Angeles (or nearby) cinematographers. Please respond with thoughts and links of reels.
Thanks,
Patrick
Hey Patrick,
I am definitely interested in helping out. Here's a link to a short that I was the DP and writer for.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgvkrVrKf94...
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At Dan: Budget is $1000
feel free to email me directly at shawnon2@gmail.com...
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Hey everyone, check out this short drama I directed a while back:
Thanks for the add, Patrick. It's always great to connect with other screenwriters here! – Mark David P.S. Check out my book "Organic Screenwriting: Writing for Film, Naturally" for a somewhat unorthodox (but highly effective) approach to the craft • www.organicscreenwriting.com...
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Thanks for connecting Patrick! Much appreciated.
Hey, I edit demo reels for LA actors. If you an actor/actress living in Los Angeles, CA and you need a new ground breaking reel to display your strong performances, then I am your editor. I offer affordable prices at great speed. ( I start editing that night!) Please email me at Actingreels4u@yahoo....
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Sure, here is my girlfriend's link to her reel that I did: http://www.agataohare.com/#!videos/cfvg
Here is my friend's reel that I worked on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qR4EXT4MBWE
Oh cool man I was just looking for someone to edit my reel.
Hi Patrick, thanks for the add! Chicago sending some work your way?
Hi, I would like to know more drama, thriller/action, horror, and comedy screenwriters in Chicago, IL. I have all these story plot ideas that can use additional help. Please add me ,so we can grab some coffee soon.
I love kung-fu movies. Anyone going to see The Grandmaster in theaters?
A newly veteran recollects his war past during breakfast. Directed by Matthew J. Vince Arin Westerbeck Patrick Meraz Marc Mangahas Screenplay by Patrick Meraz (Final Draft) Directors of Photography (Canon 60D) Marc Mangahas Arin Westerbeck Edited by Patrick Meraz ( Final Cut Pro Suite and Adobe CS5 After Effects) Audio Mixer/Editor Matthew J.
Hi everyone, I'm Patrick. I was born in Chicago and I have been editing since sophomore year of high school. I went to Tribeca Flashpoint Academy to study film and video production. I graduated with a focus for film/video editing. I love to act, direct, produce, and write projects as well. I hope to...
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Hi Patrick, Thanks for being in my Chicago network of creative artist. I'm looking to build a community offline of creative people who really want to get some film projects started. More than that, a Chicago community of artist that are like a family. Since you're a screenwriter, I was love to meet...
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I think in Hollywood you should, but as a person I think you should not. However, with an accent you do get type cast. I know with Dutch (I am one) you will get German roles. Only when you are really...
Expand commentI think in Hollywood you should, but as a person I think you should not. However, with an accent you do get type cast. I know with Dutch (I am one) you will get German roles. Only when you are really good in hiding your accent (Ruther Hauer, Carice van Houten and Famke Jansen) you get the bigger parts. It really depends on what your wishes are, I think.
Aren't you working in France?
Hi Jac,
When it comes to casting in North America there is a growing need for diverse performers with different backgrounds. Definitely don't lose what makes you unique. It's not as though you have to...
Expand commentHi Jac,
When it comes to casting in North America there is a growing need for diverse performers with different backgrounds. Definitely don't lose what makes you unique. It's not as though you have to lie about who you are or head into a Zoom meeting with a Casting Director or Director putting on an accent that isn't natural to you. And if you see a breakdown looking for actors who can speak French, or speak with a convincing French accent then obviously that role was made for you.
I took a class with a reputable Casting Director about and a half year ago and she noticed that a number of her students were Latinx. She recommended that although their language and accent can be a HUGE plus when it comes to casting certain roles, they should work on learning how to speak with a convincing transatlantic accent as well. This would open up more casting opportunities for them.
When you're interacting with fellow professionals and slating before your audition, always be you and be natural. Once you're auditioning/performing you may take on the dialect that is natural to the character (which may be a straightforward transatlantic accent, may be US Georgian accent, may be a thick Boston accent).
Have fun with it! There are a number of great accent tutorials on YouTube that can be very helpful. Bien amicalement à vous!