OPPORTUNITIES FOR BLACK ACTORS IN ATLANTA

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

OPPORTUNITIES FOR BLACK ACTORS IN ATLANTA;

We recently had one of the actress'es we represent say "all the roles/parts that I receive are for Caucasian Actors.

Well that is simply not true at all. Not even a little bit. in 2016 we did some research on over 5,000 roles that we got for

film and tv and Black vs White was about even, Asian and Hispanic and others made up a fair percentage as well.

Agencies don't get to tell Directors what to use in the films they are spending money on. Below is a recent National Review

on the Atlanta entertainment industry.

To be sure, Atlanta has long had a high concentration of well-connected, affluent blacks. But the Atlanta area is now home to such a critical mass of successful actors, rappers and entertainment executives that few would argue its position as the center of black culture. Tyler Perry and his movie and television empire are based here. Sean Combs has a house in a suburb north of the city. The musicians Cee Lo Green, Ludacris and members of OutKast call it home. So does the music producer and rapper Jermaine Dupri.

Gladys Knight, an Atlanta native who was honored at the awards, which were taped Nov. 17, runs a chicken and waffle restaurant here. And it is not unusual to spot Usher at one of the city’s better restaurants.

“It seems like everything is happening here now,” said Dave Hollister, an R&B singer who spends a lot of time in Atlanta. “It feels like New York used to feel with a little more nicety.”

Atlanta’s A-list evolution was driven in part by the state’s 2008 Entertainment Industry Investment Act, which gives qualified productions a 20 percent tax break, said Warrington Hudlin, president of the Black Filmmaker Foundation, which is based in New York.

And the list goes on and on and on. The film community in Atlanta is very diverse, and that is great for the city and the movie industry.

DO ACTORS ACTUALLY GET ALONG WELL WHEN FILMING?

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

DO ACTORS ACTUALLY GET ALONG WELL WHEN FILMING?

Do actors/actresses usually get along on set?

Usually might be an understatement!....One notable account of co-stars not getting along that escalated to a fist fight was Bill Murray and Lucy Liu during the filming of ‘Charlie’s Angels’ (2000). lONG TIME AGO , BUT IT WAS A GOOD ONE, AND THIS STUFF STILL GOES ON, USUALLY FROM A STAR (MURRAY) LOOKING DOWN OR SLIGHTING OTHERS ON THE SET. RUDE, YOU BET, BUT IT HAPPENS.>>>>This is what occurred during filming:

Bill Murray stopped a scene in progress and pointed to Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz, and Lucy Liu saying in order, “I get why you’re here, and you’ve got talent….but what in the hell are you doing here. You can’t act!”

This was one of the reasons that Bill Murray was replaced by Bernie Mac! DIDN'T WORK OUT TOO WELL FOR OLD BILL, DID IT?

MEET BABY CARLOS, FROM ATLANTA

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WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

MEET BABY CARLOS, FROM ATLANTA:

THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS:  broke a box office record. But there is one actor that is getting the most attention. Meet baby Carlos, the movie’s breakout star. from the ATL.

There are very few actors that can outshine Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, and Vin Diesel. But a young Georgia star has everyone talking. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the movie’s director found a star after posting a casting call for a baby in the film. As anyone who works in the film industry knows, working with children and teen actors can be tough but, it can be even harder casting the right baby actor. 'this kid was amazing. It's very difficult to work with comedians, animals and kids, in that order, says F.Gary while on the set. It was amazing to see this kid perform, when the cameras started to roll, and we were all like "Oh my god, did he just do that"? This kid is going to have a great career.

YOU JUST NEVER, EVER KNOW DO YOU??

YOUR OWN PATH

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

YOU CAN CREATE 'YOUR OWN PATH' TO SUCCESS AS AN ACTOR;

Throughout my years as an agent, actor, directing, I’ve seen actors attempting to launch A-list careers and achieve major success by trying to fit through the same small door as everyone else—attending cattle call workshops, sending postcards, practicing gimmicky acting techniques taught by Madame Ooh La La, taking non-craft-related personal empowerment classes, etc.>>>On the one hand, I don’t blame them. Many careers actually have been forged on the formula of: receive audition, perform well at audition, book job, repeat process, get noticed in time. If this approach is working for you, congratulations. Move onwards and upwards, dear friend.>>>>However, if one aspect of this particular formula isn’t helping you, it might be indicative of the fact that you’re embracing too much of the herd mentality. The herd mentality is a term that I use in this business to refer to “widespread beliefs” that permeate throughout the minds and mouths of actors that can actually be crippling and prevent the actor from moving forward. For instance, ideas like, “you need an agent to book work” or “casting directors don’t want to meet actors without credits” or “leading men/ladies have to be traditionally handsome” or “strong characters don’t show vulnerability.” Obviously, the bulk of the ideologies connected to the herd mentality are based on fear. Take the first example. If “you need an agent to book work” is absolutely true, then the actor can stay in a safe zone of inactivity. It’s not up to you to shake the tree, it’s the agent’s job. Therefore, you don’t have to face your fears of what will happen when you pick up the phone or start making some scratches on the old drawing board.

WRITTEN BY A LOS ANGELES WRITER AND CASTING DIRECTOR.

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS;

THIS WAS WRITTEN BY A LOS ANGELES WRITER AND CASTING DIRECTOR. >>AND I JUST HAD ONE OF THESE THIS MORNING;:((

I’ve mentioned Bitter Actor Syndrome a few times in the past couple of years, but I don’t know that I’ve ever actually gotten terribly specific about what it is and how it can impact your ability to get cast and, perhaps more importantly, your career longevity.>>>>One of the comments I made a few weeks ago at a panel discussion I moderated was that your energy walks into the room before you do. This is not new information, of course. Most people who observe social interaction at various levels can tell you about “vibes” that enter spaces before an encounter between two parties. Call it an aura, a mood, energy, whatever. It’s fascinating to observe the shifts in tone the room takes in an average day of casting sessions, as actor after actor comes and goes. If your energy is toxic, we’re going to feel that and possibly get defensive toward you before you even begin your audition. We may not know why, but we’ll say later, “He just rubbed me the wrong way.” Because this sort of thing can be one of those obstacles that stands between you and the role — and it’s an obstacle you control — let’s look at how Bitter Actor Syndrome begins and how to prevent it.>>>>How Actors Become Bitter >>>>People in general become bitter when they believe the world owes them something they’re not getting. Someone who has “done everything right” and still “gets nowhere” risks becoming bitter, simply due to the fact that he or she has that perception. A little myth-busting: There is no “doing everything right.” Not in this business (and not in life, really). Everyone has his or her own path and every actor will share a different story about the road and its obstacles, even if the destination each actor reached was the same. There is also no “getting nowhere.” Even if you stand still, you have made some progress just by attempting a career in this industry. People who do not value the very fact that they made an effort at something that is very difficult tend to become bitter quickly. Most bitter actors do things like compare themselves to others of their age, of their type, of their look, from their hometown, who they see in audition waiting rooms, who they see accepting Oscars. Of course, non-bitter actors will do a little comparing too, but they don’t obsess on comparisons. They observe them. When you find yourself overly concerned with how someone else is doing, ask yourself if you are obsessing or observing. If you can’t tell, here’s a tip: Observation is fleeting and judgment-free. Obsession sticks around a long while and packs loads of judgments. Absolutely, a little competition can be a good thing! You can find yourself extra-driven by seeing something that your peer is doing very well and then challenging yourself to reach that tier of accomplishment too. That’s not what I’m talking about here. I’m talking about those hours of non-productive mind-taffy thoughts that do not lead you to work harder but instead lead you to the bottom of a pint of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. JUST CONCENTRATE ON YOURSELF, BITTER PERSON

GEORGIA'S DIGITAL FILM COMMUNITY:

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WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

GEORGIA'S DIGITAL FILM COMMUNITY:

Move over, Hollywood. Georgia’s digital entertainment industry has seen explosive growth in the past few years, jumping from number five three years ago to being tied for number three on the list of top film production centers in the world, beating out the UK and New York. From eSports to Hollywood films, the state has attracted new business investment from across the country. Asante Bradford, digital entertainment project manager for the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Global Commerce team, is tasked with guiding much of this growth. Bradford advises digital media companies considering moving or expanding their business in Georgia by exposing them to the state’s tax credits as well as its growing talent pool. “An estimated 350 games were either released or distribution by Georgia-based companies and we are expecting the impact of the industry in Georgia to be even more robust in 2017,” says Bradford. right there, just like the FILM AND TV INDUSTRY...ONE OF THE TOP IN THE ENTIRE WORLD. 

HEADSHOT - RESUME >>AN ACTORS MOST IMPORTANT TOOLS:

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

HEADSHOT - RESUME >>AN ACTORS MOST IMPORTANT TOOLS:

Why are your headshot and resume two of the most important tools for being a working actor? When you audition for most casting directors, they request all performers bring their headshot and resume every time. Why the resume? It tells them virtually everything they need to know about you as a professional performer. Also how reliable you are. They won't have to run an FBI report to make certain you are ok. (kidding a little there)

I know I look at your resume for your successes, where you are from, where you have been, what you have done, characters you’ve played, director and producers you’ve worked with, teachers you’ve had, where you went to school, etc. Everything is on your resume. I use it to find a direct connection to you—the performer! It’s a simple list of your successes. Maybe there is a director or teacher we both know. Or maybe we share a special skill like gymnastics, collecting glass blown figurines,  or weapons training.

Some say you should never list credits that are not professional like community theater or high school plays. However, in my experience, I've found that even the smallest item at any given audition could give you all the edge you needed. So, YES do that and while you're at it make sure your headshot is current and that it looks like YOU>

DO PROFESSIONAL PERFORMERS NEED TO STUDY THEIR CRAFT???????

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

DO PROFESSIONAL PERFORMERS NEED TO STUDY THEIR CRAFT???????

Performer: Career Info & Requirements:

These income stats are for those just beginning a career and not for those already trained and working. All of these jobs could develop into 6 figure incomes and much more.

Performing artists entertain and express through music, dance, and theater. Completing a bachelor's degree in performing arts is not necessary for success as a performer. However, a formal education can enhance a performance artist's skills and provide increased opportunities for performance experience..........

Performing artists, including actors, musicians, dancers, and singers, creatively express artistic sentiments through their performances. These artists perform before live audiences or in recorded performances. Performers collaborate closely with others, as even solo performances require coordination with directors, choreographers, costume designers, makeup artists, lighting technicians, and other

Education	Formal training required;Professional workshops, focusing on skilled positions. or BFA College. One at least or both.
Job Skills	Natural talent, ability to accept criticism, time management
Median Hourly Wage (2015)*	$14.44 for dancers, $18.80 for actors, and $24.20 for singers and musicians
Job Growth (2014-2024)*	10% for actors, 3% for singers and musicians, and 5% for dancers. Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics  William Reynolds

DO ACTOR DO THEIR OWN STUNTS?

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

DO ACTOR DO THEIR OWN STUNTS?

Well I can tell you this, Directors are not crazy about a million dollar actor doing a 'real fight scene' with Dwayne Johnson.

They get hurt bad half-way thru the film and here come a bunch of rewrites and budget problems.

Having said that some actors insist on doing just that.

Christian Bale (Batman) did all of his own stunts. He always has, even before becoming  Batman. But now it's kinda cool.

Jackie Chan too, does all of his stunts. He says he's had virtually every bone in his body broken at some point, some many times,

But he still does it.

A lot of Karate fighters do most of their own stunts. Rarely motorcycle stunts done by the 'star' are allowed. Goodness no.

Movie scripts have a lot of stuff going on. You know what you have to do in advance. Read the script and you will know what's in store.

GETTING A REALLY GOOD HEADSHOT

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WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

GETTING A REALLY GOOD HEADSHOT:

Considering that 'your' headshot is the very first thing a Casting Director see's, it is vital that not only:

Does the photo actually look like you, not overly edited, wrinkles erased, moles removed etc.

That you have a variety of looks available just in case the one that you had printed does not fit the part you are trying to get.

Don't wear a ton of jewelry.

Don't have on a ton of make-up...keep it simple.

Don't wear clothes that don't photograph or print well, i'e. stripes, plaids, dull colors.

You won't need more than a couple of pair of shoes it's not about your feet.

{{ The photographers that we recommend "and pay for" know what they are doing. Not just simply a professional photographer.

That's like saying all Doctor's are the same, all athletes are the same. NOT SO.}}

Not your Uncle Freddie that does weddings on the weekends. :(

Denzel Washington Quote

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

DENZEL WASHINGTON IS MY FAVORITE ACTOR;

HERE IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE DW QUOTES;

Don't me mad at the one that told you the truth.

Be mad at the one that lied to you.

DW

DO'S AND DON'S OF BEING A MOVIE EXTRA:

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

DO'S AND DON'S OF BEING A MOVIE EXTRA:

Whether you are looking for a place to start your acting career or simply want to spend a little time on set to catch a glimpse behind the scenes, background extra work is where it’s at. Keep reading for Do’s and Don’ts of being an extra on set and learn how to succeed as a background extra so you can walk onto set confident and ready to make a good impression.

DO arrive early. If you are on time, you are late,, don't forget parking, travel time, traffic etc.

DON’T try to stand out. Extras are also known as background actors. You are meant to be in the background. Also, if you stand out as an extra, the chances of booking a speaking role on the same show later on will be zero. Just try to blend in, and never ever look at camera.

DO bring snacks and something to pass the time. There is almost always food on set but you never know how much and how often you will eat so it’s a good idea to have a snack just in case. It's also not a bad idea to bring an extra change of clothes, in the car, just in case??

DON’T talk to crew or cast. Most actors are very focused when on set and asking them a question or making small talk (even if it seems like a good moment) could break their concentration. Follow this rule of thumb- speak only when spoken to.  Most of those on the set are career talent, getting paid good wages and expecting to do the job.

DO be positive. Days can be long, breaks can be many and food can be… not so good. But even in extreme working conditions it is better to stay positive and have an upbeat mood. Never complain or talk bad about anyone on set., you may not get called back again...ever.

DON’T be inconsiderate. Taking photos on set is frowned upon. Unless your AD or PA specifically says its okay, refrain from taking behind the scenes photos while on set. Also, turn your phone off or on silent, the instruments they have on the set are very sensitive.

DO be grateful if you get a lucky break while on set. It happens! Background talent can get a bump on set or be given a line to deliver in a scene. Congrats, you scored! Take it seriously and do a good job, but don’t be rude to other extras after you get a little special treatment, five minutes ago you were one of them.

DON’T have unrealistic expectations. Extras are the lowest on the totem pole and are often treated like it. The pay is not great and you can expect to work later than estimated on the call sheet. But your perspective is everything! If you can be gracious and positive while being an extra, imagine how many people will want to work with you as you move up the ladder! The pay for extras may be close to minimum wage, but you have to hang in there, get some experience and knowledge, from those that are already there. AND,,,,,

DO have fun. You have the opportunity to work on a movie or television set, something that thousands of people would LOVE to do.

CHANGE THE CONVERSATION

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

COMMENT:

If you don't like the way friends and relatives etc. Are talking about your career choice.

CHANGE THE CONVERSATION;

Take responsibility for your own goals, ambitions and choices. It's not up to anyone

else on the planet except YOU. 

FURTHERING, OR JUST GETTING STARTED IN ACTING, EITHER AS A HOBBY OR CAREER:

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

FURTHERING, OR JUST GETTING STARTED IN ACTING, EITHER AS A HOBBY OR CAREER:

Explore non-union auditions. There are tons of opportunities for older, as well as younger actors in the non-union world such as student films, plays, readings, short films, etc. Some pay, some don’t. If you don’t have an agent, this is a great résumé builder, and also great for “real world” experience. Get some great headshots, and submit every day for anything that fits your type. There are tons of projects that are constantly looking for talented, non-union actors, as they are hard to find! If you are outside of a major market, ( and you're not if you are in The ATL) community theater and dinner theater are great options for many types of actors.

Take some good acting classs. Nothing fuels the creative fire like a good acting class. Not only do you get to work your acting muscles on a regular basis, but you are spending time with other actors, networking, and learning from each other. It’s a great support system, and every actor needs it. It’s a chance to play, challenge yourself, make mistakes, and develop your skills. IAnd there are 'some' good classes around, get a bunch of friends together and work on scenes each week. Find scripts online for your type and tape yourself doing scenes. Do anything and everything you can to get experience and knowledge.

Consider commercials. With commercials, it’s less about your résumé, and more about type., but you still have to know how to act, (hence training) For older actors with a great headshot, a marketable “look,” and good business sense, finding an agent may be a good leg in to the TV and film world if you are in NYC or L.A, or ATLANTA, Ad agencies are always looking to appeal to different demographics, and are constantly looking for “real person” actors to fill their spots. If you make a lot of money doing it, it will be much easier to jump over into TV and film. If you are considering going this route, take a good improv class, as it is an essential skill for commercial auditioning.

WHY ARE FASHION MODELS SO SKINNY??

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS;

WHY ARE FASHION MODELS SO SKINNY??

Simple: the more of a model there is, the less people viewing them will focus on the clothes. Conversely, the more waifish a model is, the less designers have to worry about creating an outfit that will fit their body in a flattering way, and then still not getting as much attention and “OMG” reactions from audience members at runway shows. Super-skinny people make heads turn in a way that femininely-thick shapes don’t. The former, as I’ve described before in Which is the least desirable body shape on women? have an ethereal quality that isn’t granted to hourglass-figured people, as beautiful as both groups can be in their own rights. Fashion designers want to send a strong message, or evoke some feeling that will lead the viewer to associate their clothing line with escaping the drudges of reality, sort of to be an elegant woman and a carefree kid again. Hence, the skinny model. Unlike her curvier counterparts, she’s largely exempt from leering glances of men; she appears to dance through life on her light feet and skinny legs; she fits and can be made to look good in practically any outfit, because nothing ever bulges out, etc. In short, fashion designers are looking to express the supposed subconscious fantasies of their primary consumers: women. If they were trying to market to horny men, they’d use the hourglass bombshell models and not be as much sticklers about waist size. BUT, that is not the case. Designers find models that fit their clothes and not clothes to fit the models.  They don't bring a dept store with them to shows. Beware of those modeling schools that will tell you otherwize.  Perhaps focus on COMMERCIAL MODELING WHERE SIZE DOES NOT REALLY MATTER FOR MANY JOBS, YOU ARE PROBABLY WEARING YOUR OWN CLOTHES AND MAKING JUST AS MUCH (IF NOT MORE) MONEY.

NO WHERE TO GO BUT UP;;

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

NO WHERE TO GO BUT UP;;;

COMMENT FROM DWAYNE JOHNSON 'THE ROCK'

COMMENT FROM A BIG TIME HOLLYWOOD AGENT

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS;

COMMENT FROM A BIG TIME HOLLYWOOD AGENT;

SOURCE..BACKSTAGE MAGAZINE...

An acting career is a strange thing. You spend more time interviewing for jobs than actually doing the work. I don’t think there are any other occupations like that. Looking back at my life as an agent, I’ve had only three job interviews in the last 15 years. A working actor probably had hundreds during that time.This is why you have to learn how to handle an audition. Sadly, there are a lot of talented actors out there who never had a career because they couldn’t deal with the auditioning process.The first thing you have to understand is that auditions aren’t about booking the job. You can’t do good work with that kind of pressure hanging over your head. As an agent, I don’t expect my clients to book every time I send them out. The only thing I expect is good feedback.If the casting director says my client did a great job but he was too young or too old or too tall or too short, then we’re solid. That means we’ll get repeat business, or even better, the casting director will bring the actor in again without me having to pitch.Look at it this way: Auditions are an opportunity to create fans in the casting world. And if you can get on the good side of 10 film and TV casting directors, you will have a successful career.

Another thing you want to keep in mind is that nothing a casting director does is personal. Remember, these people are under a lot of pressure. They have to get the job done while fielding calls from their producers, the director, the studio, the network, and guys like me who are trying to get their clients in the room. So if the casting director is eating lunch during your audition, it means he’s hungry. It doesn’t mean he doesn’t like you.

JUST KEEP ON TRYING.

ATLANTA FILMS

IN MY OPINION:
WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

ATLANTA FILMS; 43 FILMS BEING SHOT IN GA IN APRIL 2017;
DO YOUR RESEARCH AND GET ON BOARD.....WHO KNOWS WHAT
CAN HAPPEN ?

Georgia has quickly became the “Hollywood of the South”. In little less than a decade, more movies and TV shows are filming in the Peach state than most places around the world. In fact, a recent study has put Georgia as the third largest film industry in the world only behind the United Kingdom. And with the recent BREXIT issues, expect Georgia’s film industry to only grow and possibly become the number #1 filmmaking location in the world.

QUICK TIPS ON ACTING FOR AND TO THE CAMERA;

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

QUICK TIPS ON ACTING FOR AND TO THE CAMERA;

1. Know where the camera is at all times.. If you are able to understand where the camera is, then you will be able to give the best performance of your life. It will be very pointless for you to give an amazing performance without the camera capturing your face.
2. Know what the camera is trying to film. If you the camera is capturing a close up on your face, then it is not important for you to move your arms and legs since the camera will not capture it. Instead focus on what the camera is filming. For close ups focus on your facial movements and emotions. However, for long shots, focus on larger body movements to illustrate your character’s feelings.
3. Know where the other actors and props are located in relation to the camera. If you step to close in one direction, you may take the other actor’s eye-line, lighting, or another sort of important elements. Understand where your “mark” (where you should be located) is and focus on staying on that position.

Film & TV Agent, William Reynolds

April 2017

Film & TV Agent, William Reynolds
Blogs, going on for the third year.
BBB A+ RATING:

Hi, I am Williams Reynolds, Film & TV agent for The William Reynolds Agency of Atlanta, (SINCE 1978)  I write blogs that I hope inform>encourage>aspiring talent in the Atlanta Film/TV market. Atlanta is currently number 2 in the USA behind Los Angeles and number 3 in the world for Film/TV production These comments will include information on the film industry and from time to time casting notices. HOPE YOU READ AND ENJOY.

SOOOOO, TRUE; HALIE BERRY;

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WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

SOOOOO, TRUE;  HALIE BERRY;

When an opportunity comes your way, it's about making sure you're prepared to be the one who can walk through the door and deliver the goods. And I've had a lot of luck on my side and I've been prepared for that luck.

Halle Berry 

IT MUST BE NICE! HOW MANY PARENTS CAN DO THIS?

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WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

IT MUST BE NICE!  HOW MANY PARENTS CAN DO THIS?

Beyonce and hubby Jay Z are spending a reported $500,000 (half million bucks)  to make

certain that the kids have everything that they will need, ON A NEW NURSERY.

WOW!

WHAT ARE THE HARDEST CHARACTERS TO PORTRAY:

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS;

WHAT ARE THE HARDEST CHARACTERS TO PORTRAY:

Remember, all scenes may not be done in one take. Many times you may have to do the same scene over and over and over while the Director may ask for something you have not rehearsed, at all

Its not usually a particular emotion as it is trying to recreate the same moment over and over again. A feat that is often performed by screen actors. Take a scene from a movie that you thought was incredibly well acted, imagine them shooting it and then the director just saying “do that again”. Then again I think it differs from person to person, depending on their personality, and a lot of other things, like real life experiences, or even previous scripts or auditions, AND different directors.

Rehearsals, a lot of them or vital, to be able to get into and maintain the character. To me personally that is the best part of understanding, developing and portraying your character. When you are truly in the moment, on the same page with the character(s), just because the director says "CUT:> the character does not immediately go away and instantly you are your old self again.

RECENT UPGRADES FROM 'EXTRA' TO 'SAG ELIGIBLE'.

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

RECENT UPGRADES FROM 'EXTRA' TO 'SAG ELIGIBLE'.

MAKUTA THOMAS<>

WITH AGENCY LESS THAN 3 MONTHS.

CECIL HENRY<>

SUPPORTING ROLE IN FILM FIRST 3 MONTHS

SOON TO BE RELEASED AS A 'SAG' FILM.

ALSO ONE MONTH AGO UPGRADE TO ELIGIBLE

AFTER SPEAKING ROLE IN AL PACINO FILM.

CONGRATS GUYS---

STORIES>CHARACTER DRIVEN OR PLOT DRIVEN; OR>>DOES IT REALLY MATTER, THE DIFFERENCE?

IN MY OPINION;

WILLIAM REYNOLDS;

STORIES>CHARACTER DRIVEN OR PLOT DRIVEN;

OR>>DOES IT REALLY MATTER, THE DIFFERENCE?

The difference between plot-driven or character-driven really depends on the focus of the story. PLOT- DRIVEN stories focus on external conflict and action. The goals of the protagonist are external: get away from the zombies, keep the bad guy from killing innocents, or catch the murderer and solve the mystery. While, CHARACTER-DRIVEN stories focus more on inner conflict, characterization, and relationships between characters. The main character’s goals are internal: overcoming grief and learning to live again, mending a broken marriage, or coping with personal shortcomings. A really good story will have some of both,  It really, really does not matter,,,the difference. you will figure it out. Almost immediately.