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Reddit · 16 Jul 2021

What Can I Do in a Slut-Shaming Society - NO JUDGEMENT ONLY HELP

I have done a lot of nudity and intimate scenes for TV and films, including many roles as a sex worker, and posed nude as a model. (Not porn) I have never been ashamed of that and don’t think anyone should be because I haven’t hurt anyone - unlike the stigma that is hurting me. I didn’t mind being type casted when it m…

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Reddit · 16 Jul 2021

Can you be a politician and an actor,?

I have taking a years break from acting to focus on what other interests and the studies I have so I don't just have one interest. In that year I've figured out I am very interested in politics and become politically active in a party in Denmark. I have considered running for Parliament or something of the like in one…

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Reddit · 16 Jul 2021

New editor offering free show/demo reels.

Hi everyone, I’m getting started as an editor after spending the last year or so learning the ropes. I hope this post doesn't go against any rules or anything here, but I’ve been looking to start cutting actor’s reels and came across a post recently where a new editor was offering to cut some for free. Essentially I wa…

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Reddit · 16 Jul 2021

LF Voice Actors comfortable with speaking Japanese.

I am working on a YouTube video that will be a rocket league anime parody. The script is already written, but it is currently being translated into Japanese. I will translate it back into a readable format to speak and act on. No rocket league experience is needed because we can have body actors too. Certain characters…

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Reddit · 16 Jul 2021

How do you deal with a jealous friend?

I have a friend who likes me more than a friend, he’s accepted that we will never be more though. But he has trouble accepting me possibly having romantic scenes. I have explained to him that it’s fine and there’s nothing to be upset about. But he keeps asking me to ‘ask the director’ if I could do something differentl…

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Reddit · 16 Jul 2021

My facial expressions seem nonexistent on camera

Hello everybody :) I fancy myself to be a decent actor, knowing full well my limitations and what I need to work on. Right now, I feel like my biggest weakness is expression. I can say the words how I want them to come off, move in a way that adds to my character, but my face seems paralyzed. I’m not very good with the…

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Reddit · 16 Jul 2021

I want a tongue piercing

I’m working towards being a professional actor, but I really really want a tongue piercing. What do you guys think? Is the ball in my court or should I not get it?

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Reddit · 15 Jul 2021

Amateur "filmmaker" inquiry to any NYC actors!

I am an NYC resident who wants to start a youtube channel for *something*. What's that something? Not entirely sure. All I know is I have some experience behind the camera, and I need some people who *want* experience in front of the camera, and then some! So if you're interested in starting something, do not(!) hesita…

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Reddit · 15 Jul 2021

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do a…

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Reddit · 15 Jul 2021

A little help would be appreciated

Hey guys iam an international aspiring actor who wants to get into a acting school in the us and pursue acting as a career. so can you tell me what skills should I need to get into an acting school and what skills should I have that would make make me stand out in auditions like gymnastics or stuff like that

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Reddit · 15 Jul 2021

Moving to Start

Hello everyone, hope you're having a nice day. I'm a 16 year old who wants to be an actor in the US. But it's impossible for me to be an actor there as I live in Turkey and don't know anybody there. So, I've come to the conclusion of being an actor here first so I could gain some recognition and maybe get an agent in t…

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Reddit · 15 Jul 2021

Do you choose what type of acting you want to do?

Hello everyone, The desire to act has always been within me (by always I mean since a few years) but it is also terrifying me, especially that I know practically nothing about this world except from what I hear in interviews and read on internet. And living in a third world country makes it at the same time extremely c…

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Reddit · 14 Jul 2021

Acting advice?

Hello, guys! I am an amateur actor who enjoys doing theatre/improv for fun, but I've hit a bit of a roadblock. I have a character that I want to depict who is a total sweetheart, but dumb as a bag of rocks. I want to play her in a comedic way, but I have no clue how to approach making an unintelligent character funny.…

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Reddit · 14 Jul 2021

Would Drama School be considered a "waste of time" if you already have an agent?

Would Drama School be considered a "waste of time" if you already have an agent? I was fortunate enough to land an agent at a young age, which meant that I could get away with having a smaller resume than the standard. My resume only consisted of studio classes, and I am still regularly taking them. But, despite that a…

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Reddit · 14 Jul 2021

I routinely find myself asking what makes acclaimed screen actors great so I finally had the idea of making a thread here for the best scenes and clips according to this sub

If there’s already been something like this made then I apologize and I’d gladly take a link to it and take this down I’m just trying to find some examples to learn from so if you have any clips you love of actors doing a particular thing amazingly or just nailing a scene. Doesn’t matter what genre or who it is like I…

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Reddit · 14 Jul 2021

Acting tips

Hi, as an actor just starting out, what should I do to become better at this craft? Thanks in advance

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Reddit · 14 Jul 2021

Help

So my brothers a actor but he’s a beginner had a couple of student films and I wanna be an actor or teen actor and he tells me not to do it because it’s too hard. So I wanna know how teen acting is actually like

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Reddit · 14 Jul 2021

IF YOU'RE SEEING THIS , YOUR INPUT WOULD BE APPRECIATED :)

Hi to whoever may stumble on this! I'm getting closer to a new chapter in my life and would love some nuggets of knowledge or advice from this awesome subreddit! I'm a **South African** highschool student and I am currently in my matric year ( last year of school), I have studied drama and creative arts my whole highsc…

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Reddit · 14 Jul 2021

Putting Zoom Credits on Resume

Good evening Reddit Actors Forum, my question is as follows, is it acceptable to put Zoom acting as credits on my resume and if so, should I list them them the same as I would more traditional credits and under what heading should I put them (film, tv?) Thanks so much.

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

Reigniting a passion for acting

Hello I hope this post doesn’t seem silly and also realize there’s probably been many similar posts asking for advice from someone in a similar standing in life. I’m a 23 year old guy that just graduated college. Ironically I am not a theater major and did not participate in any theater/acting throughout my college yea…

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

Acting Exposure

is it possible to be a well known actor/work in bigger projects without being involved with all the corrupt-ness (for lack of a better word) of the film industry? i really love acting and ngl i kind of want to be known as a great actor (but wouldn’t want to constantly be in a spotlight and focused on). however, knowing…

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

I want to be an actor, do these obstacles hinder my chances?

I (22F) am interested in becoming an actress. I dropped out of school to become a therapist and now I’m stuck. I have always been an artsy child but my parents always shut down whatever dreams I had which resulted in a lot of anxiety now as an adult. I am interested in acting as a creative outlet and I feel like If I p…

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

Should I become an actor?

Hi. I’m at a point at my life where I am very uncertain as towards what I would like to do in the future. I am an incoming junior in high school in America so I feel as if I do not have much time to decide what I want to do. Back in my childhood (around 8 or 9) I actually did like it and would re act commercials in the…

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

Wanted to vent. Sorry

So my son, without any representation or prior acting experience self taped for an open call a year back for a lead role that quite frankly never comes around. Goes without saying that there was really no expectation going in.. Fast forward, his 7th audition was the final/for studio approval. There was a highly emotion…

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

Stop being nervous?

I’m taking a new acting class that I really love. The problem? Every time I get on the stage, I start shaking and get nervous. I hate it so much. Because when I’m not nervous, I enjoy it so so much, and not to toot my horn but I also do a great job. So it’s so much in the way for me! You’d think that I’m a beginner but…

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

"actor-muso" problems

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

How do you know if you’re natural actor?

Heard an acting coach say this on a podcast and it got me thinking what separates natural actors from more technical actors (not less talented, but more training, methods, etc.).

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

Could you ever really come back to good once playing pure evil ?

I'm getting the chance to play a certain character (pure evil, and not super villain/comic book evil, I'm talking real life evil portrayal, maximum security prison level) I have only ever been, the nice, funny, caring character. I have seen some actors who have portrayed the somewhat bad person and then easily bounce b…

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

Tips about the memories of the character.

Hello! I'm a new actor and I was told, during an performance to think about a memory when a certain type of line (dialogue) comes up. I have an idea but any tips or videos to explain this further? Thanks.

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Reddit · 13 Jul 2021

14 year old acting??

Hello, this is one of my first times using Reddit so I don't fully know how it works but i was hoping i could get some answers... I'm 14 years old (15 in a few months), female, and im currently in Arizona. Is it possible to get a good, solid acting job this late in my life? I know most successful actors begin quite you…

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Reddit · 12 Jul 2021

How do I go from VO to VA?

Hi all, I've been recording audiobooks for a couple of months now and I'm getting better with each one I've done. Thing is, I don't want to box myself in to a corner and only be able to do narration. I recently binge watched Drawn Together and loved the voice work of all the actors in it. All of the voices sound genuin…

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Reddit · 12 Jul 2021

Anybody making amateur projects

hello, just an amateur voice actor. I've found that a great way to keep practicing, improving and earn some visibility (mostly to share on social networks, as portfolio, etc.) is collaboration with other amateur people on projects. Do someone want to participate or create one where I can help them with my voice?

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Reddit · 12 Jul 2021

Question on appropriate budget for project.

Hey, My friends and I have a song that requires a few news broadcaster voices. It's roughly a 10-11 second clip, about 20 words. I've looked on [voice.com](https://voice.com) and [https://globalvoiceacademy.com/gvaa-rate-guide-2/](https://globalvoiceacademy.com/gvaa-rate-guide-2/) but there's nothing specific about hav…

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Reddit · 12 Jul 2021

Various Questions from a Starting Actor

1. What goes into a great audition tape/demo reel? 2. Does location matter that much if you want to get cast? 3. How many unknown actors or even just inexperienced actors have been cast in large projects for studios like Marvel or WB, and is it possible for me?

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Reddit · 12 Jul 2021

what are important physical attributes, so you stand out in castings/auditions etc?

TW: body dysmorphia this is going to sound so shallow and almost superficial, as i know acting is about your talent and passion but there is definitely a huge “looks” aspect whether we like it or not. i go through ups and downs with body dysmorphia which is very unlucky for someone who wants to be an actor as the basis…

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Reddit · 11 Jul 2021

How To Get More Auditions

I stumbled on this dudes video on YouTube. He is a former talent agent intern and talks about how to get more auditions if you are a theatrical/television actor. Might he worth checking out. I think he had good stuff to say. https://youtu.be/xR7nxAWvIkc

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Reddit · 11 Jul 2021

Newbie canadian actor suddenly moving to LA. Help

Hello! I recently started acting in Vancouver during the pandemic and have been lucky to have worked a handful of gigs so far. However my fiancé recently accepted a promotion that requires him to move to LA in the next few months. Im quite nervous as i feel like ive barely got my feet wet in the Vancouver scene and i d…

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Reddit · 11 Jul 2021

Network approval

My kid got pinned for a role and I was told he was approved by the network. Are multiple actors approved or just their final pick? He hasn’t been booked yet

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Reddit · 11 Jul 2021

Got offered my first on screen role but now I’m not sure if I should take it

It’s an independent film, but has some well known established names attached to it. However my role would require me to be comfortable with nudity and engage in 2 steamy sex scenes. I didn’t really expect to get the role but now that I have I don’t know if I want to do it. They do have an intimacy director, but I don’t…

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Reddit · 11 Jul 2021

Union Background vs non-Union Background

Hi I am in Canada, and was wondering how the Union Background worker gets chosen for a production? If the quota on a shoot is say 10 Union and 20 non-Union, how are the 10 Union background workers picked for the job? Do seniority background workers get chosen over less senior background workers? Or do they just submit…

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Reddit · 11 Jul 2021

When do VO actors get event-agents?

Curious if anyone has any knowledge of this. The question is not about agents who represent VO actors for jobs, but those rare "Event-agents" (they may not be called that) who book VO talent to go to Cons, and all the events where they are paid. How soon can an actor get represented? Anyone have any knowledge of a VO a…

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Reddit · 11 Jul 2021

Filmmaker/Actor

I’m a currently writing a short film where I am going to be acting. I don’t live in LA and I don’t really plan on moving there since I love my state, Colorado. This project is probably my most ambitious since I am going to being on a team of filmmakers. For you actors living in LA, if you could write, direct and act in…

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Reddit · 10 Jul 2021

How would you list and credit a music video on a resume?

So I was recently in a music video and now that's it's out I want to put it on my resume but not sure how. First how would I list it? Normally on resumes, I've seen they have Television, Film, Web Series, Animation/Video Games, and/or Theater. Would I list it as its own category or under something else? Also for credit…

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Reddit · 10 Jul 2021

Actors, Scars, and the Film Industry

When I was born I had a congenital heart condition and had to have a pacemaker. I've had a total of 9 surgeries including open heart surgery. I'm female, 23 years old. Ive been acting for 13 years. Growing up I was very self conscious of my surgery scars. I was shy and struggled with being different then everyone else.…

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Reddit · 10 Jul 2021

Thinking of signing up to Jo Kelly’s 33 Day Reset Program

If anyone’s interested in doing the buy one get one free offer with me and splitting it, comment down below. And anyone who’s done the program I would love to hear you thoughts and feedback from it. I’m a 21 year old actor and since the pandemic has hit I haven’t really had any work and feel like i’m struggling to keep…