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“A Savannah Haunting” is coming to Pooler’s Royal Cinemas IMAX on Oct. 28. It will also play in select theaters across the country. The film will also be available on all major digital platforms including iTunes, Apple TV and Amazon. 

Savannah is known as one of the most haunted places in the country, yet the Hostess City has never been the main setting for a haunted house film— until now.  “A Savannah Haunting” is a film based on true events that the writer and director, William Mark McCullough, and his family experienced at their home. 

Originally from Savannah, McCullough left for California to pursue his acting career. After several years spent living and working in Los Angeles, McCullough found himself back in Savannah to deal with some family issues. He returned to his childhood home and immediately took notice of the abnormal things happening there.

Read more at Connect Savannah

An interview by the Georgia Studio Infrastructure Alliance, honors our local Locations Coordinator Genevieve Hawkins.

“Film production helps every community. We hire local people and buy local goods. I get excited about finding someone else a job. It warms my heart to help people find a route to their dreams,” she says as she pursues her own.

OPEN CASTING CALL: Feature Film “May December”

We are looking for all ages and ethnicities on this project!

We will begin shooting 10/14-11/18 (M-F)!

More breakdowns to come!

GENERAL BG RATE: $130/10hr

$130 guaranteed for the shoot date- most days are expected to be between 8-10 hours (some less). If the shoot happens to go over 10 hours overtime will be granted at time and a half.

STAND IN RATE: $175/12hr

**All minor’s must have a valid GDOL Minor’s in Entertainment permit- this can easily be obtained in 1-2 business days via the GDOL website at no cost**

Everyone on this project must be able to provide proof of vaccination (first booster required if eligible)

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STAND INS:

*All stand ins listed will be needed for the entire shoot window*

Please list any stand in experience in your submission

CAST

Elizabeth: Natalie Portman

Gracie: Julianne Moore

Joe: Charles Melton

ELIZABETH STAND IN: White female. 5’1″-5’5″. Slender build. Straight dark brown hair, bangs is a plus. (or willing to change hairstyle/color if necessary).

Camera Test/Interview: 10/17

GRACIE STAND IN: 5’2″-5’5″, white female, 35 to 65 years old, Dirty blonde hair. (or willing to change hairstyle/color if necessary)

JOE STAND IN: 20 to 40 years old, Asian, Filipino, Mixed ethnicity male. 5’11”-6’1″ Dark brown hair. Slender – athletic build.

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Currently seeking the following extras:

13 YEAR OLD BOY: Caucasian, blonde hair. Still photo shoot. Photos seen of boy who injured himself while skateboarding.

Shoot date: 10/14

Joe’s Mom: Aged 35-50. Caucasian. Still photo shoot-

Shoot date: 10/14

CAMERA OPERATORS/PHOTOGRAPHERS: Men and women. Open ethnicity. Ages 30-60. Still photo shoot- 90’s style People magazine and tabloid spreads.

Shoot date: 10/14

POLICE OFFICERS: Males. Open Ethnicity. Aged 30-50.

Still photo shoot- 90’s style People magazine and tabloid spreads.

Shoot date: 10/14

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT CLUB: Women, aged 30-60. Members of a community center floral arrangement club. Huge plus if you have a knack for crafts or floral arrangement! There will be an instructor attending to help guide those who are booked.

Shoot date: 10/19

DRIVERS AND PEDESTRIANS WITH CARS: Aged 18 and up. Looking for vehicles with makes/models ideally between the years 2000-2015.

$25 car bump added to day rate.

Shoot date: 10/19 OR 10/20

SAVANNAH TOUR GROUP: Ages 40-70. Tourists attending a historical walking tour of Savannah.

Shoot date: 10/19

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES: Ages 25-50. Clean cut types. Seen at the information stand in the park.

Shoot date: 10/19

COFFEE SHOP PATRONS: Ages 19-80. Looking to create an authentic Savannah vibe. Seeking those who can portray SCAD students, retirees, and other local types.

Shoot date: 10/19

POSH LOFT EMPLOYEES AND PATRONS: Ages 18-60. Upscale types at a high end clothing store- Mother’s taking their teens dress shopping for graduation. Posh tourist types.

Shoot date: 10/20

HIGH SCHOOL ACTING STUDENTS: Ages 18 and up to play younger. This will be a small intimate group sharing a scene with Natalie Portman leading the class. This is a fantastic opportunity for young local actors to watch an Academy Award winning actress at work- consider it a paid masterclass in acting. Looking for those with acting ability to fill these slots.

Shoot date: 10/21

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION: Seeking all ages and all ethnicities! Real families encouraged to submit! We are looking for kids, teens, parents/grandparents, adults over 18 to play younger, uncles, cousins, anyone and everyone!

Shoot date: 11/11

*****There are TWO ways to apply*****

If you have a gmail account please submit using the form below:

https://forms.gle/S3c76Be1HvBGeYrx5

(If you are applying to be a stand in or submitting as a family please do not submit using the form)

Otherwise please submit the following information to MayDecemberExtras@gmail.com for consideration using role you are submitting for as the subject line. If you are submitting for more than one date please include which roles in the body of your email. If you are submitting as a family please send one email and submit together.

**This is local hire to Savannah ONLY- no lodging or travel provided**

Name:

Phone Number:

Age (Minors only):

City Located:

Vaccination Status:

Height:

Ethnicity:

US Citizen:

Availability for the shoot dates:

Available to work as a local hire to Savannah, GA:

Reliable Transportation:

Make/Model of Vehicle:

Valid Minors Permit # (if applicable):

Please include a recent full body photo and a close up photo: we want to know what you look like currently! (NO filters- we want to see what you actually look like!)

If you have a car with a make/model prior to 2015 please include a photo of your car as well!

The director will want to view many of these photos prior to booking so please make sure we can see you clearly in good lighting.

Looking forward to seeing your submissions!

Best,

Alexis Leggett

Extras Casting Director

We are thrilled by this glowing review from the Spectrum Originals TV series Panhandle! We love that the production has such high praise for our locations, cast, and crew! Congratulations to all that made this happen!

“Panhandle”, follows eccentric Bell Prescott (Luke Kirby), an agoraphobic arm-chair detective and a reluctant traffic cop Cammie Lorde (Tiana Okoye) as they investigate a murder in their small Florida town.

The series premiered on September 26 and is streaming Spectrum TV on your Roku device!

On Saturday Sept 24th, “Dying for a Crown,” locally know as “A Home Coming to Remember,” premiered on the Lifetime Network!

The film was shot exclusively in the Savannah region and was Inspired by true events!

Description : “Lydia Campbell (Jennifer Titus) and her daughter Elle (Catharine Daddario) have just relocated to Florida from Los Angeles under mysterious circumstances. Lydia is the new Assistant Principal at Bellview High where Elle is a senior. Being new to town, both are looking to live a better life and will do anything to achieve it. As prom season begins, With Lydia by her side, Elle stops at nothing to gain popularity and become homecoming queen.”

Watch Now! https://www.mylifetime.com/movies/dying-for-a-crown

Georgia Film Academy seeks Film & Television Production Instructor for Savannah, GA for Spring 2023!

The Georgia Film Academy is seeking a film production professional to deliver curriculum at the undergraduate level to students interested in launching a career in film and television production in Savannah, GA. The course. GFA 1000 Intro to on Set Film Production includes study of on-set production crafts such as: Grip, Electric, Lighting, Camera, Sound, Art Department, Wardrobe, Locations and more. As an instructor, you serve as a guide to translate set etiquette, terminology and protocols to students in a way that makes it become a second language and prepares them for success in the industry.

Experience:

-5+ years of Film & Television on-set production experience. Union productions preferred

-College Degree preferred

-Teaching experience is a plus, but not required

If interested, please email your resume to Cassandra.hollis@usg.edu

Crew Call: Origin Production

Prep: November & December

Shoot: Dec/Jan – Approx. 3 weeks of Filming

Email Resumes to: UDP.production1@gmail.com

Looking for local Savannah crew to support the following departments:

Production

Accounting

AD Dept.

Art Dept.

Camera

Cast Support

Catering

Construction

Costumes

Craft Service

Environmental

Grip

Hair

Health & Safety

Locations

Makeup

Medic

Picture Cars

Property

Set Dec.

Set Lighting

Special Effects

Sound

Stunts

Video

Transportation

Extras Casting Call: PAX- A Civil War Era Limited Series

Casting Agent: Bill Marinella Casting in Savannah

Any or all dates between tomorrow Wednesday Sept 21st – Saturday October 1st!

Go to : https://kaast.app/pax for all the details, rules, and to sign up!

** Please note this is reposted from Bill Marinella Casting in Savannah. The Savannah Regional Film Commission has nothing to do with casting and does not have any further information for you. Please go to the link to learn more.

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS:

October 2022 Production Assistant Training Class taught by Witt Lacy (DGA)

We are now accepting applications for an upcoming PA Training Class taught by DGA Assistant Director, Witt Lacy. This training is offered at no cost and is ideal for those who want to, and are serious about, starting to work in the entertainment industry. The class will take place Saturday October 1st & Sunday October 2^nd – 8AM to 4PM (Each Day).  You MUST be available both training days, be at least 18 years old, have legal status to work within the United States, and a local resident of the Savannah region.  COVID-19 protocols will be observed.  Student applicants must be seniors, or graduate students with open availability to work. Spaces are limited and submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance into the training. 

DEADLINE is Wednesday Sept 21st 

Please follow the link and fill out the application form.

LINK TO APPLICATION =====>> Apply Here: Google Doc Form