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What is a proper term for actors on this specific level of stardom (explained in post)? by SPELDWR0NG  •  last post Feb 15th

I don't know industry jargon very well. I know a few terms like A-List actor, known actor, working actor, and I think I have a semi-decent idea what those terms mean. There is a tier of actor that I don't know how to describe. I'm talking about actors who a lot of people would recognize if they saw them in something, but wouldn't know who you were talking about if you said their name. I'm looking for an accurate term to describe them (or phrase to describe them if there isn't a term). I also want to make sure to find a way to describe them that isn't accidentally insulting which is why I'm asking in a subreddit for actors. Here are some examples of actors I think fit this description. Apologies in advance if one or more of them is actually famous for something I don't know about. Echo Kellum - Curtis Holt on 73 episodes of Arrow. Osric Chau - Kevin Tran on 19 episodes of Supernatural. Sam Jones III - Pete Ross on 68 episodes of Smallville. Kate Easton - Magic Mike / Can You Keep a Secret. Jordan Danger - Zoe Carter on 50 episodes of Eureka. How would you describe actors at or around that level? Known actor? Semi-known actor? B-List actor? C-List actor? Recognizable faces? Again, I apologize to anyone offended if any of those guesses are unintentionally insulting, I'm asking here because I legitimately have no idea what the proper term would be.

How to make your character seem more realistic by tony_hp  •  last post Feb 15th

How can you make your character seem like a real person like it doesn’t seem like your playing character but you are the character. actors that transform to their into the character for example actors Daniel day Lewis, Christian bale, heath ledger or like comedic actors Jim carry, Andy Kaufman and Rowan Atkinson.

Hello actors is it just me? by PRiNCE2iSM  •  last post Feb 15th

I prefer not to let my family and friends know anything acting related with me to avoid any B.S little smart comments or public close comments on a...( oh you dumb bro remember this and that )...non related professional topic on my acting social media. How about you? Feel free to follow me on Twitter/josegarciafilm [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/lk206h)

Trying to get started with lessons, can't find a teacher. by FTRmax  •  last post Feb 15th

So, I have been an aspiring voice actor for many years now. I found a love for it when I do stuff on YouTube for my friends or playing D&D with them. I want to go further and try my best, but I live in a state not well known for voice acting (hell even acting). So, because of that and Covid not ending anytime soon, I was wondering if there may be online coarse I should look for to get this all started.

Can I just point out how annoying it is that there are so many illegitimate/fake Voice Actors on freelancer. by pathendo1  •  last post Feb 15th

Every time I post an offer 95% of responses are clearly fake accounts after a quick buck. Which always becomes clear when they simply can't provide a demo of a sample script. Are there any other places I can be posting when attempting to find voice actors for short (10-20min) youtube videos?

Why is that actresses dye their hair for movie roles? by hacksaw60  •  last post Feb 15th

Has anyone done any of these Amazon films? by CATULANDIA  •  last post Feb 15th

I am beginning to see posts like these. "Actors share a (certain) % share of the revenue from Amazon and foreign sales. Each actor's percentage is based on his/her screen time." Has anyone worked for a film/tv show which pay depends on screen time? Is SAG doing something about this? I find it really odd even for minor roles you will have to take your day off for work but then you get paid based on how many minutes you got at the final cut? If my understanding of this is wrong let me know. I do not have a hard opinion about this. If anyone would like to share their experience I would highly appreciate it.

Advice for a new actor regarding acting schools by sconnn  •  last post Feb 15th

Hello, I’m in Los Angeles. I am so confused. On the one hand there are schools that teach well known techniques like Meisner or Adler or Method and then there are a 100 schools which train their own philosophy or techniques. A friend of mine studied at both Meindl and JRS. But he recommended JRS over Meindl. I want to study at a school that makes me better and also one that looks great on the resume. Please suggest.

Casting as an extra internationally by symphony_of_chaos  •  last post Feb 14th

Hi! I hope it's OK to ask in this subreddit. I am a jack-of-all-trades from Denmark (masseur, composer, yoga-performing, handy-type), with a desire to appear in a movie or TV-series (preferably fantasy or sci-fi, but I'm open for ideas). I'm not an actor, but would be perfectly happy both with acting or as an extra. For example on series like The Witcher, Vikings or the upcoming LOTR-amazon series. I'm looking for advice on getting and maintaining connections for casting calls. I wouldn't mind going abroad for a period of time. I'm aware that while voice-over is also a good idea, it is an industry on its own as well. I have a Scandic look (athletic, long blonde hair, blue eyes, tattoos) Are there any channels/communities that I should be aware of? Any tips for someone who has a lifelong romance with films and TV, but a minimal experience with acting?

I am SAG and was producing a sketch show just for fun. Is this a violation? by Kate224  •  last post Feb 14th

Hi, I am a SAG member and was just producing a project I wrote with my friends, originally it was supposed to be a live sketch show for UCB or the like. With COVID that was ruined and we thought why not film it and just put it on Youtube. It has dawned on me that this might now be in violation of SAG, even though I appear in it for like two seconds, and most of my actors are friends and/or non union. No one is getting paid. We have not premiered it, but it didn't really even cross my mind as an issue. Anyone have thoughts on this? I willing to do the necessary steps to make the situation work for everyone.

Actors from a religious family - how do you balance your personal life/career? by idontevenknowwhatyo  •  last post Feb 14th

Actors with religious family - how do you navigate your career without totally compromising your relationship with your religious family? My situation may be quite specific but I come from a somewhat conservative christian family - they're pretty old school, they aren't outwardly hateful or anything like that but they are regular church goers (I am not) and don't actively hold the progressive values that I wish they did. I have absolutely no issues with performing an LGBTQ+ role if appropriate (I am heterosexual) or a role with sexual scenes but I do fear it could complicate my relationship with my family. Anyone had experience navigating this? Is discussing an issue like this with an agent appropriate? Like requesting them to check with me before submitting me for a role of this nature? My agent is like a second mother to me, but I'm super concerned it could be mistaken as indicative of my level of commitment or own views which it is absolutely not - I've given everything to this career but I certainly feel stuck in the middle, this is the only career where something like this could be an issue and it's incredibly frustrating. I know it's something I should discuss with my family but our ability to talk openly with each other is... complicated. Yes if my family take issue with that, they are certainly in the wrong and I should probably just ignore any issues they have, I wish I was less of a coward in that sense but they are still my family and I do love them - it would be nice to maintain a relationship with them. Curious what actors with family from other religious backgrounds have experienced.

cant help but feeling going the agent route is a scam in acting. by MaveInfinite  •  last post Feb 14th

Yes, people have made it this way, but man, I can't help but feeling its a damn scam. Getting an agent and hoping an CD sees you and calls you back and then you have to wait and wait for a booking. Then that booking comes and then nothing happens. I think actors making their own work is the best route. But its tough. God it's tough. and actors are cheapskates nowadays. They want glory but no journey. Sorry for the rant. I just got denied by an agent and I feel like shit. I cant get my self-tape set up right and I just dont know what to do. i dont know what to do. I'm gonna experiment with my self-tape again..but I dunno....

Becoming a full time actor by Drecasso_Ent  •  last post Feb 14th

Who in here is a full time actor? One of my major goals this year is to become a full time actor. I am tired of working these 9 to 5 jobs that cut into time I could be studying, taking classes, auditioning, and working on my craft. If you are a full time actor, when did you decide it was time? How has your life changed? What advice do you have for someone like me?

Looking for an Agent by OpenSession666  •  last post Feb 14th

Hey everyone, Im an actor and I'm part of an acting agency but I would really like to get an individual Agent to help me get gigs. However i wouldn't know where to look or start. I've googled some agents but just sketchy sites came up so im hoping some people here could help me

I’m wanting to become an actor but I don’t have much experience? by EmotionBig4808  •  last post Feb 14th

Hey everyone, I have an interest of becoming an actor, but I don’t have much experience. I started recently watching films to study how the actors and actresses act. I study the things they do with facial expressions and other body language, and even choices with dialogue that the actors may make. What are some other things I could look for while watching films? Also, what are some good ways to build up a resume for acting if you’re out of high school?

Does acting require simulating reaction time? by sulnem  •  last post Feb 14th

Should an actor react instantly after something happens in the script or should they react after some period of time? (~250 ms) exactly as the human would. This seems like a low amount of time, but it is extremely noticible.