Originally posted by: freedomsbeat212
GRR... I have 65 applications and had a week to do this project.. I just don't have the time to do auditions.. In an idea world I would (and this wouldnt' be silent if I had a say) but I can't do auditions.. I have to cast according to "type".. not ideal, of course, but this is what I have to do...
Good luck man, it's probably too late now, but you should have requested headshot and their film/discography/portfolio. It would at least give you an indication if they are capable enough to see a production to completion and still stay on cast.
I knew a lot of good looking people who got roles but couldn't act worth crap....two of the people I knew that succeeded from my school and my grade were Bryan and Kristin Dattillo (Lucas from Days of Our Lives and Kristin was in many things including Janie's got a gun, The Chris Isaac show (lead female role), CHiPs, etc ...they rode my bus in H/S and were pretty normal kids.
Another thing try and avoid actors that look like current actors/celebrities (if you aren't auditioning)....some are good, but most are just jumping on 'brand recognition' and do mostly still work.