Casting Men & Women for Oprah Winfrey Movie in AtlantaOprah Winfrey’s new HBO Films movie “Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” is looking to fill various roles in the movie. Oprah will star in the film as well as be an executive producer. Casting directors are seeking African American females and Caucasian men and women to be in the movie. They are looking to fill roles for a 1950’s and 1960’s flash back scene. If you have the look to pull of being in this era, the upcoming Oprah movie needs you! The roles are filming on August 8th and August 30th, depending on the role, in Atlanta, Georgia.About “Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” The Immortal Life Of Henrietta Lacks tells the true story of Henrietta Lacks, an African-American woman whose cells were used to create the first immortal human cell line. Told through the eyes of her daughter, Deborah Lacks (Winfrey), the film chronicles her search to learn about the mother she never knew and to understand how the unauthorized harvesting of Lacks’ cancerous cells in 1951 led to unprecedented medical breakthroughs, changing countless lives and the face of medicine forever. It’s a story of medical arrogance and triumph, race, poverty and deep friendship between the unlikeliest of people. [Deadline]What They Are Looking ForAtlanta, Georgia LocalsVARIOUS ROLES – IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS1) Casting African American Females Ages 18 – 30 years for a Flashback Scene in the1950s – Females must have natural hair, no hair extensions, weaves etc – shoulder length and shorter hair styles are best for these roles. SHOOT DATE: August 8th – Monday SUBJECT LINE: 50s Patient2) Casting Caucasian Males Ages 30 – 60 years for a Flashback Scene in the1950s – Males must have longer hair styles, no fades – please see the attached photos of male hair styles for reference. SHOOT DATE: August 8th – Monday SUBJECT LINE: 50s Hair Male3) Casting Caucasian Females Ages 25 – 45 years for a Flashback Scene in the1950s – Females must have natural hair, no hair extensions, weaves, no unnatural hair colors, etc – shoulder length and shorter hair styles are best for these roles (please do not apply if you have long hair) SHOOT DATE: August 8th – Monday SUBJECT LINE: 50s Hair Female4) Casting Caucasian Males Ages 18 – 60 years for a Flashback Scene in the1960s – Males must have longer hair styles, no fades – please see the attached photos of male hair styles for reference. SHOOT DATE: August 30th – Tuesday SUBJECT LINE: 60s Hair Male5) Casting Caucasian Females Ages 18 – 60 years for a Flashback Scene in the1960s – Females must have natural hair, no hair extensions, weaves, no unnatural hair colors, etc – shoulder length and shorter hair styles are best for these roles (please do not apply if you have long hair) SHOOT DATE: August 30th – Tuesday SUBJECT LINE: 60s Hair FemaleHow to Apply*PLEASE ONLY APPLY TO THESE ROLES IF YOU 100% FIT THE DESCRIPTIONS – THERE WILL BE MORE CASTINGS COMING UP (SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE)*EMAIL: extrascastingTM@gmail.comPLEASE ALSO INCLUDE IN YOUR SUBMISSION: 3 Up to Date / CURRENT PHOTOS of yourself *photos do not need to be professional, selfies are fine (no filters please)* (Well Lit & In Focus / Plain Background in Photo is Best) -1 Face Forward -1 Medium Length -1 Full Length / Full Body Shot PLEASE ALSO INCLUDE YOUR: 1. Legal Name 2. Phone Number 3. Email Address 4. Actual Age 5. Height 6. Weight 7. Top Size 8. Pant Size 9. Shoe Size 10. Car Make, Model & Year (if applicable) 11. Current City and State *please ONLY SUBMIT if you are 100% interested and available and SERIOUS about working with us in the Atlanta, GA area.
