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Actors…As We Start This Decade Together…!

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 2nd January 2010 in Minding Your Business of Acting

A Personal Happy New Year To All The Actors And Readers

…Of Hollywood Actor Prep!

We are embarking on a new decade! I am thrilled to be along with you, as you fulfill your dreams of an acting career, and become an ever-finer performing artist.

You may know, that I am committed to actor activism, of my own design. I am certain that the world can get better at respecting actors; and that to be a professional actor should be easier, than it is, right now. Surely, it can be easier than it has been, for a long long time.

I am also, as you know, passionate about supporting actors who want, more than anything, to become professional actors. Who love their craft, and have an undeniable dream. Whose happiness really does depend on whether or not they pursue an acting profession. (I know that feeling well, and that drive, and that illogical-seeming logic!)

I also understand that for many actors, it is a true calling. It is something that is like an identity, something that you are sure you were born to do. Certainly, something that is deep in your heart.

The internet makes it so easy to create a community and connect, and I am so glad that we are able to. I am very pleased to support you on your journey. And very excited to watch your actualization occur, as it does.

I will be here.

Here’s my New Year’s Card for you…

My very best,

;~Dana

Don’t forget to come to this blog on Sundays, Noon PST, for:

Live Streaming, SUNDAY BRUNCH WITH DANA!

Tomorrow’s topic is : Time And Focus For Actors…

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Tags: 2010, artist., career, dana kaminski, dreams acting, happy new year, hollywood actor prep, passionate, professional actor

‘Youth In Revolt’ Publicist Fills In Michael Cera + Actor Cast :: Video

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 10th November 2009 in professional actor

Just After I Saw DeNiro In ‘Everybody’s Fine’; Outside The Theater, I Met Michael Cera

He was standing very close by, when I looked up from digging through my bag with cameras etc, to find my Film Fest Schedule. Figure out what’s next. Felt a little ready to not watch another film. Was ready for some human conversation, after days of watching film-after-film.

Surprisingly, the 10 PM showing was ‘Youth In Revolt’, the new Michael Cera movie; the one you’ve probably heard about because Michael Cera plays two different characters in it. When I picked my head up I saw him, unexpectedly, standing right nearby.

Our conversation isn’t on tape, but basically it was a reviving breath of fresh air. Ahh. The decency of mankind…most of it. And, of course, the decency of artists. I have always found that artistic people, truly artistic ones, are usually very down-to-earth and treat other people decently. I told him about Hollywood Actor Prep, and what it’s all about. He seemed to be open to it, and promised to look it up. I gave him my card.

Just following that, was when this gathering happened. The publicist had scheduled the cast of actors, and ‘above-the-line’ people, outside for a photo shoot. When all were present, she briefed them, about how the live introduction would go, after they all got into the theater. ‘Youth In Revolt‘ was about to be screened.

Each Movie Has A Publicist, So Has ‘Youth In Revolt’

So what you hear and see is the little bit of publicity that occurred before that screening. You can also see Michael Cera looking over at my camera. Was he wondering why the heck I was not inside already to watch his work? Especially because I had told him all about this website, and interest in actors and acting, all high-level blah-blah? If I was so into acting then why was I standing outside taking pictures? Sheesh, I hope he doesn’t think that I am paparazzi.

(Yes, I do know that he probably wasn’t thinking any of that. )…(Maybe.)

I just hope that when he rifles through his pockets and finds the card for Hollywood Actor Prep, he remembers to look it up online. I hope he wants to do an interview, or be involved in some way. Which is what I told him.

He didn’t realize, most likely, that I had learned that it was easier to get in the films at this festival if you weren’t press. If you were press, you had to let them reject allowing you in, first, then realize that they didn’t have enough public that showed up, to fill the free seats, at which point they begged you to come in and sit in an even better seat, down front, than they would have given even if allowed to attend. I had, luckily, been given prior access to the DeNiro screening. But, because I hadn’t seen this movie on the schedule I was given, way before the Fest began, when press got to request, I didn’t have prior approval of access.

To try to gain access that hadn’t granted prior, well, watch out. I met more Gatekeeper-Magna-‘Tude, of the highest during those few days, than I had in years. And, Gatekeeper-’Tude is the worst kind.

Still, Michael Cera Playing Two Different Characters? Zing! Go My Chimes…

Even though I was already burnt out, I would’ve been happily in between the rows of 6 to 16, center, if I knew it was going to be this particular movie. I would have loved to watch this new Michael Cera film. This new acting dual-character-play is right up my alley. Extremely jazzed am I, about seeing it. Heavy props to Michael Cera, as well; for tackling such a wonderfully fun, yet difficult acting challenge. (The best kind, hm?)

So.

I’m sorry, Michael Cera, if you do get to see my blog and it happens to be today. I apologize for not going in and watching your hard work, your lovely work, on the screen; after this PR bit occurred outside. I will see it, you can bet. And I will talk about your acting, and your playing “Francois” (the break-a-way, alter-ego) then. Count on it. Actor-to-actor.

And as an actor, you probably will understand this next part very well: there is only so much Hollywood ‘tude that I can take. I have a line. At the time we met, I had been at this Fest for a few days, and, I was already over that line.

Graumann’s Chinese Theater…Movie Photo Shoot…

Anyway, for all the actors, and others, who have not been around anything like the publicist’s prep, I thought you may find this video interesting. A slice of life. Movie-actor-life.

It’s also at a location that most identifies Hollywood. Hell, the best thing about this particular festival was that it was at Graumann’s Chinese Theater, right smack in Hollywood. Isn’t that the most famous movie theater in the world? Watch for those footprints in the cement, which I filmed a little at the end of the tape. The cement where we are all standing on. Adjacent to the cement where all those costumed characters walk…You can also hear some foreign languages on the video. Even at night, tourists are there to see the theater. They weren’t aware of the film fest, or even Michael Cera. (Nor the actress standing next to him, Portia Doubleday. She’s his love-interest in ‘Youth In Revolt‘.)

It’s also where the ‘Hollywood Walk of Fame’ is. That’s where I took a photo of Michael Jackson’s star for y’all.

This woman is dressed as a Disney character, Belle. Please give her a tip, if you see her. I didn’t, and I still have guilt.

There was another actor in the video, did you recognize M.Emmett Walsh? He plays the female lead’s father, and has acted in many other films, and television shows. You can hear the publicist telling him to go inside and sit in “row 14″. She was basically telling him that he wasn’t going to stand at the podium for the introduction. That he should go inside, and take a seat, before she took the others inside to make an appearance.

And, upon second view, I now think that Michael Cera was looking over at my camera, just to be kind. Participating.

Thanks, Michael.

And thanks for being an actor, and so very open and responsive, about this actor website.

Best,
:~Dana

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Tags: film publicist, graumann's chinese, hollywood actor prep, michael cera, movie publicity, Portia Doubleday, video, Youth In Revolt

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-09-19

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 29th August 2009 in Of Interest

@WilliamsJoseph TY, and glad to hear from you…stay in touch… in reply to WilliamsJoseph #
1 pm . gotta go. later on o tweets my tweets #
@sanfordcasting why the red flag? if they are just starting professionally? in reply to sanfordcasting #
@BaronessHeather yo! in reply to BaronessHeather #
@danielecarrol Thanks Daniele! Hope you are having a lovely summer… ;~ ) in reply to danielecarrol #
@reginavirk Hey Regina! How's your summer? Thanks very much for tweeting out about my blog! #actors —>http://www.hollywoodactorprep.com in reply to reginavirk #
@MaxLund Thanks for retweeting about my blog at http://hollywoodactorprep.com. Lots of expansion coming this fall–(; } in reply to MaxLund #
@MusicalsinLA Thank you very much for retweeting my blog at http://hollywoodactorprep.com. It's important to support #actors, thanks double in reply to MusicalsinLA #
@vdovault Thanks for the RT ;] in reply to vdovault #
@EmilyKindred Yes I know, we have not seen ea other on Twitter in some time. That's why when I saw your name…Will u twitpix ur new 8×10? in reply to EmilyKindred #
@luvlyloops Thanks for the RT– ;] [PS The Aero has the graduate, fyi] in reply to luvlyloops #
@vidlit Thanks ;] in reply to vidlit #
@BaronessHeather Very nice to know that you really know some music that I would be interested in knowing more of–R you on blip or pandora? in reply to BaronessHeather #
@celebritywomen Thanks for the ReTweets—appreciate that. #
[Dont usually do this buut] RT @joshcharles: @__dana__ thank you . Everyone check out Danas blog on the acting profession. She's super cool #
@jacquelinekiddo #Break-a-leg #bal in reply to jacquelinekiddo #
RT @Bronzegoddess01:"Thanks to Hubby for running Daddy Daycare today so I could go on my audition. No matter what, I'm glad I did it. :0)" #
Really liked the 'Unplugged' version @JoshCharles "Healing Time" (for New Orleans) on clip from the Tavis Smiley Show. http://ow.ly/l9CL #
TWITTER–LIVE IN LONDON Performance Art –Anthony Gormley's "One +Other" –TIME MAG VIDEO http://ow.ly/l9ve #
Weinstein credits WOMEN for $65-million worldwide opening of 'Inglorious Basterds': http://bit.ly/zrJT3
via @akstanwyck @LATimesent #
"Finally, a Twitter effect that benefits a movie instead of hurts it". "THE TWITTER AGE'S 1st Success Story" @THR http://ow.ly/l4Cg #
RT @Variety Big splash for 'Avatar' clip: James Cameron takes on daring test screenings — http://bit.ly/186ABi #
An #actor on Twitter-His #ACTING is so SOLID in this trailer–@RobertKersey–http://bit.ly/Z7586 #
Good night * *** * ** * to all around the ** * ** *Twitter Whirl'd** * …It's very wonderful to hear people's exciting news…@_@ #
I probably won't be able to come unless I can switch some stuff around. If I cannot, let me say now: #BREAK-A-LEG. #
@RobertKersey Oh, man! I am so thrilled 4 You–You'll be levitating from the excitement, probably. Hang on the seat w ur hands…! in reply to RobertKersey #
RT @Alyssa_Milano: (Corrected link) Let's support @1capplegate by raising awareness for Lee Denim Day~> http://www.denimday.com/ #
@RobertKersey Thanks for letting me know, and I will go if I can. You must be proud. That's really wonderful. "Lead #Actors" Yesss. in reply to RobertKersey #
@cableclair Oh that is very exciting, and brave of you. Such a great way to go; the best. Let me know how it went after, would you pls? in reply to cableclair #
@ShawnRyanTV I really like "Lie To Me". Am looking forward to the new season. I consider myself a "natural", as described on the show! in reply to ShawnRyanTV #
@EmilyKindred That seems like it was a very successful photo shoot! Congratulations. in reply to EmilyKindred #
@cableclair Hello CableClair..How are you? in reply to cableclair #
Quentin Tarantino's film "Inglourious Basterds" opened this weekend with a big box office===> over 65 million dollars. #
#Actor Diego Luna is set to direct his first feature film called 'Abel' —- @Variety http://ow.ly/l4Ae #
Dana Delany to top "Creative Coalition" will be co-president alongside #Actor Tim Daly of non-profit for arts__ Variety http://ow.ly/l4zF #
Readiness,Excellence, Talent,Appearance, Moxie, Endurance,Armor, Charisma, Looks, Age,Intelligence, PROFESSIONALISM, PREP, CONNECTIONS… #
@AshleySalaz @ElvieGPR Not so sure that I agree with your statement "Timing is everything in the entertainment bus." What about—–> #
@RobertKersey Take another 140 chars–>pls fill in! What about #BoundariesOfAttraction? [Are you acting, or some other creative, in it?] in reply to RobertKersey #
Also put one of those "tweet memes" on top of every post–like a screaming neon billboard, for #times ppl retweet what I wrote. [*nerv-y*] #
…Meantime… it's hot as heck in here. (Befuddling.) Was windy and chilly on beach, late afternoon, yet cookin inside, at night. #
This is so much fun. I am working out putting all my TWITTERER FOLLOWERS AVATARS on my blog sidebar. Managed 20 ppl. Wking on more! #
@helenperris I am sorry but I didn't see "Rachel Getting Married". Have you searched online for the script? Lots of scripts are online,free in reply to helenperris #
Sat on beach and waited for the wind to stop and the sun to come back out. Nope. #
@bradgal Thanks @BRADGAL for your twitter apps. in reply to bradgal #
@helenperris *sigh* about the not-very-many-new-ideas-in-Hollywood-thing. There's probably lots of new ideas,just no interest; is my guess in reply to helenperris #
Today, in The Hollywood Reporter @THR:
"'Basterds' is Twitter Age's first true success story"
The Risky Business Blog #
RT @bradgal: Sunglasses for Geeks. Calvin Klein USB Sunglasses with Integrated USB Drive http://ow.ly/l3bT [No kidding!] #
@Jason_Pollock Why not go live on Ustream? [Esp since the iPhone app has been updated very recently!] in reply to Jason_Pollock #
16 mins of Cameron's "Avatar" shown across US. To get fan base + encourage theater owners to install more 3-D "Avatar" opens Dec. 28. #
While I am thinking bout it: please tell any actors you know about My Blog. HollywoodActorPrep.com. Resourse for #actors, totally free. #
My followers, again, are in flux. More Twitter spam cuts? Lost 7 today…I used Twitter karma yesterday, hope it was correct! #
@kristapley Could choice of Pitt being front + center–as if he is carrying the film : also be his because he is not Jewish looking? in reply to kristapley #
Wizard of Oz sequel in works starring Dakota Fanning, be "darker and more action packed?" http://bit.ly/Il03h Via@benrymort @kristapley #
Rodriguez was writer, director, producer, cinematographer, vis effects supervisor, editor. Film's plot was cooked up by his sons.via@LATimes #
Okay. Finally got on beach. Now WHAT HAPPENED TO THE SUN?! #
Met up w @joshcharles and discussed his raising money for New Orleans . R u following this musician? I recently became a follow… #
@joshcharles sent u dm in reply to joshcharles #
@joshcharles Fatburger has the best jukebox. You done with beach for day? in reply to joshcharles #
Just one of the biggest mistakes in #actors headshots is what I call:
MISTAKEN IDENTITY. It may look like you. Yet, ISN'T you. #
There are general 'don'ts' for headshots, and then there are the other traps–personal ones. Need overview-ER person. #actors #
RT@vdovault Saw @ book fair today 'Holy Headshots' Very scary headshots of #actors it's a what *not* to do in pics Yikes #
RT@johnmasseyjr@__dana__ (D)Hoffman was supposed to play Leo Bloom in THE PRODUCERS… Anne Bancroft talked Mel into letting him out! #
Playwright Sam Shepherd wrote a record review of the band: Soulsavers
—>http://bit.ly/Ktmdx #
"The Graduate' is playing in movie theater on Wednesday night. THAT was a real movie. Redford was the #Actor to play lead, originally. #
Twitter is different in the summer. Rather, I am different about Twitter. In the summer. I'm a "summer kind of gal". #
Choosing dress up music~~should I choose something really dance-a-ble and upbeat, or classical? Sometimes too happy makes the party paler? #
@joshcharles which coffee bean, just curious –the one with the big patio fireplace? in reply to joshcharles #
Japanese #actor Hiroyuki Sanada, and big star in Japan, will appear in LOST– in a "significant recurring" role, this season. #
RT @EnocMarrero: "They can because they think they can." Virgil.. #
And, oh-really??–>VH1 is NOT running REALITY SERIES that has murderous-finger+teeth-removing-"millionaire"… as a date choice. #
Industry News today is a little funky. And repetitive. "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" won the prize for best film at the Latino Awards. **Huh?** #
'My Name Is Earl' prod. Bobby Bowman w do a family comedy at Fox @THR http://tinyurl.com/kt2wxw. (via @bradsgal @comedynews) #
RT @bradgal: RT @THR: Brad Pitt, Heidi Klum Boost Weinstein Co. http://bit.ly/ipPwl #
#Actors With little or no credits: You must not be "precious" with your photos or submissions. Appear. Everywhere. Get 'you' familiar. #
@markneedle All the conflicting advice about how to get an acting job really comes down to 1 thing. Be relentless. (Submit anyway) in reply to markneedle #
@SiaLikeWhoa what are you referring to? Twitter feels like part time job? Is that what u mean? (sometimes it can for me, then I step away..) in reply to SiaLikeWhoa #
'Inglorious Basterds' had the second highest box office opening day, of Tarantino's films. 1st was 'Kill Bill'. #
@Ali_Star ok. in reply to Ali_Star #
Word is that #actress Megan Fox will be the host on the big season opening show of SNL. [Can she do comedy? Will any male care? ;) #
'The Mark Pease Experience' Worst case of stagefright ever? http://bit.ly/ijREZ #
@ccaggiano "Everything I Know, I learned from Musicals" is a great blog title! Glad to discover your blog, and you; on Twitter. #
RT @ChristopherGurr: RT @ccaggiano: Blog Post: A Little Night Music – With Lansbury and Zeta-Jones? – http://shar.es/BlWf #
RT @sitepointdotcom: How To Resize An Image In Photoshop And Keep It Sharp http://bit.ly/1jChlw #
RT @MusicalsinLA: Hugh Jackman on his return to Broadway Sept issue of Vogue, link to article — http://bit.ly/14sJhI #
@LaurenTlovesyou in reply to LaurenTlovesyou #

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Tags: acting business, actors, dana kaminski, film industry news, hollywood actor prep, professional actors, twitter, __dana__

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-22

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 22nd August 2009 in Of Interest

@JohnTCogan Okay –refresh me again. What movie r we talking about? Now , I don't remember! in reply to JohnTCogan #
#Actor Jack Klugman is accusing Universal Studios of hiding millions in profits from the TV Show "Quincy"–Suing them in court. (Via @THR) #
@5eanOConnor wo. #break-a-leg! in reply to 5eanOConnor #
@freakygreeneyes Thanks for the #followfriday..[and also for doing some commenting, at Hollywood Actor Prep...]. Appreciate you, lots. in reply to freakygreeneyes #
RT @timcarvell: Deleted scene from "In the Loop" — an extra 51 seconds of Peter Capaldi swearing! http://bit.ly/Fnzxk #
I mean, seriously. Is anyone really considering taking the "option" of blacktie-ish? In August, Sat at 4pm? R they goin for the gown?? #
Got an event to attend tomorrow late afternoon, early eve. "Black tie optional". Means I have to get hair etc done around noon. Ok. #
Thank you, @KenEzra, #actor…! #
Google wants their apps more social. Add VideoTalk to Googletalk–from your iGoogle page, w just a plugin. (via @viralwordpress) #
@jryanreichel http://twitpic.com/e14mv – I like your headshot a lot. #
@Mediabistro Interesting- about the male journalists and the female journalist follows. Been covering sim subject ABOUT #ACTORS on my blog. in reply to Mediabistro #
In the summer, I tweet less. It's too hard to type out letters on a phone, when the waves are big… #
Will be back on Twitter later, and also, pls know: in the Fall I'll be doing more link-and-news stuff here. (Just now gotta be outdoors!) #
Thx@wilsondutcher! #
Thanks to @karenlangston @mrbernard and @cartermason
Happy Summer #
RT @columbiajames: The marquee for Broadway's @FelaMusical goes up http://twitpic.com/eqwel #
@kyledylanconner wha' happened? in reply to kyledylanconner #
RT @ErikDavis: Lot of indie films out this week — catch up on the entire lot right here … http://bit.ly/17teTD #
@kathicarey Have I congratulated you yet? Was it you who booked a nice big job this week ? in reply to kathicarey #
RT @kathicarey: RT: Featured in Backstage this week, alongside @reginavirk. Photo and everything. Woo! (via @ryanbasham) Congrats!! So Cool! #
@audreywalker hahaaaaa! I almost put that, almost! (thought I was already over the bawdy-line, tho)
;) in reply to audreywalker #
—->> I definitely look for
—–>> and cherish
—–>> and count!
—–>>and hold dearer
My #FollowFriday MENTIONS!
00
-.

Hm. #
BUT BUT BUT—->> #
…Nor the space it takes up on everyone's tweetdeck. It's just something not feasible cuz of all that, together. #ff all of @Twitter #
#ff
It's not even the emotional pangs every #ff tweet I send, that I must be leaving someone imp. out. Or the time to type out… #
(…Excuse the language …) #
SO YOU TELL ME…
HOW THE 'H' COULD I POSSIBLY DO-O-ooooo (!)

#FOLLOW
[*f-ing*]
FRIDAY
???!!?? #
I love many ppl who I have Twittered with for a long time, now. (and I haven't even been able to look over a slew of newbies to fol, yet.) #
If I could only really let you know the real skinny-the "Emotional Truth"::: I follow nearly 2000 ppl. I have 2200 follows. #
Okay, there ya go… My #ffs=done. One twittername mistake needs correcting, no mas. My frustration level goes kaput. #
Scratch that –for graphic arts, web design I follow @mayhemSTUDIOS. Because he's one of the sweetest guys around too! As is @andysowards #
Do you love design for the web or graphic arts? #ff @mayhemdesign #
<>#ACTORS<>___I'll be doing a SEMINAR IN SEPT — 1 Sat. all day– Bring yr materials: 8×10, reel if you have..[*pls RT] #
RT @WilsonDutcher: Some great #actors 2 #FollowFriday @Brandi88 @GirlSascha @jamiefishback @cartermason @penelopebonjour @ElizabethBanks #
@kingdomdad @enocmarrero @alicialarala @sialikewhoa @danibright
If I follow you , then I recommend you for #ff! TWEET IT #
@THE_REAL_TRUMP. Thanks for that mention and the follow. I followed back too. #
Some #ff Instant Karma and love back:
@essathiry @fredfrazier @wilsondutcher @jbmovies @Vdovault @dailyactor @tjbuffoonery (incomplete list) #
@BJAmmons thank you very much, glad to hear that I was recommended! in reply to BJAmmons #
@CKCofer #breakaleg !!! in reply to CKCofer #
RT @lizadonnelly: Do agents speak a different language to each other that we can't understand? #
RT @FirstPersonArts: Love him or hate him, new Michael Moore trailer is out: http://tr.im/wQxO #
RT @GuyKawasaki: 9 the official trailer – the animation looks insanely good: http://om.ly/GVRZ GR #
RT @MusicalsinLA: RT @theatermania Amy Madigan to Star in Theatricum Botanicum Benefit October 4. http://bit.ly/6wC0Q #
@HeatherNichols Excited about upcoming job? #bal #
@Vianessa break a leg #bal in reply to Vianessa #
[Retweeting, even tho a repeat of LATimes] RT @waynedixon: A-List Stars Flailing at the Box Office http://bit.ly/AVZZP (via New York Times) #
RT@ABC: CDC Approach Wrong for Flu Vaccination?Targets for the swine flu vaccine should be kids and parents, researche.. http://bit.ly/rkAk5 #
@HollywoodMom You shouldn't list any commercials on an acting resume, I don't think. Unless it's diff for kids… in reply to HollywoodMom #
Errand to do. Getting my butt up off of the couch #
@cartermason OMG! LOL!
[not true, however] in reply to cartermason #
New head–The Academy Of Motion Picture Arts + Sciences [Oscars] Q+A http://bit.ly/3mBrYc #
WELCOME NEW FOLLOWERS!!!! YAY! #
Twitter has been interesting this summer. Wonder if it will go back to the higher-intensity-of-tweets in the Fall? Wonder if I will? #
Getting excited about doing my #Actors Seminar! #
@EnocMarrero Sounds terrific. I was afraid you were going to say that you would have to "work your way up" to the better teacher. Great. in reply to EnocMarrero #
@CassieTownsend that's very wonderful! in reply to CassieTownsend #
So sleepy, can't keep eyes open!
Goodnight Twitter-Whirl'd

*. ****. ***. ******. ***. * #
@CassieTownsend I have to say…as long as I've been on Twitter, Cassie has been tweeting lovingly about Michael. Truuue. in reply to CassieTownsend #
@SiaLikeWhoa oh my! What was taking em so long to get started shooting? in reply to SiaLikeWhoa #
RT @MirandaMartinez: RT @2motivate When U've faith in urself,U no longer allow ur external situations to shape how U feel about urself… #
@EnocMarrero that is a pretty popular acting school. Who is the teacher you will study with? in reply to EnocMarrero #
___>>#ACTORS<<___ I'll be doing a SEMINAR IN SEPT–1 Saturday, all day. Bring yr materials: 8×10, reel if you have..[*pls RT] PROFESSIONAL #
@danibright Dani, I read you were going on vacation, but in case you check in: Have A Wonderful Holiday! in reply to danibright #
@travisbedard Travis, I am excited to watch your production of "Orestes" online! Went to the site, but am on my phone. When I get home, will in reply to travisbedard #
@WilsonDutcher thank you for the retweet! in reply to WilsonDutcher #
@bradgal Thanks for your retweet! in reply to bradgal #
@conormichael thanks for retweetin! in reply to conormichael #
@CKCofer it is very true what you said about female roles, and I have more about that I an putting up this week, on my blog. in reply to CKCofer #
@mayhemstudios timing is everythi g: they were putting fios on my street the same day the tech guy came to install the lesser. Hi-est avail in reply to mayhemstudios #
@tinydaisy ohh. that sounds like fun! in reply to tinydaisy #
@SiaLikeWhoa film shoot almost 20 hours??? Is it SAG? That's called "Golden Time". I may be incorrect, but I think u went to triple payzone in reply to SiaLikeWhoa #
@PSHPlatypus L–O–L! Really, that was great…! in reply to PSHPlatypus #
@PSHPlatypus that's funny–yeah I did look and follow the "unexplained" link! Comedy Award of the week goes to the oddly purple pl-avatar in reply to PSHPlatypus #
My #ProfessionalActor Seminar is NOT 2 get into Voiceovers, even though I well…ya know. (Diff day, maybe). NOT about "commercials" either #
All these sites with advice and coaching, some are beneficial, in some way for the spirit. Some are only hacks, full of bull. #
You need to BE a #ProfessionalActor in order for anyone to hire you for a real professional level job. All ur materials, attitude, more #
Heads up, advance notice : I am planning a one day seminar, that will personally work w each #actor who comes. Get u PROFESSIONAL. #
@mayhemstudios And I just bought the higher #Verizon home Internet with the higher price for the higher speed. BUT get only lame speed . in reply to mayhemstudios #
@mayhemstudios Haaha! (yeah me too, I know!) in reply to mayhemstudios #
On The Beeeeeeaaaacchhhh!!!!
[Determined to have some summer, THIS summer, no matter what]

[&Watch out for Dana's determination] #
___>>#ACTORS<<___ I will be doing a SEMINAR IN SEPT–one Saturday, all day. Bring your materials: 8×10, reel if you have…[*Pls retweet*] #
@tinydaisy Very cool.
Now what happened w the knee? in reply to tinydaisy #
SAG reaches deal with AMPTP —The Two, 2 year contracts, cover VOICE ACTORS in ANIMATION- Variety http://ow.ly/kxk9 #
@tjbuffoonery Hiya Trilby–I have been a bit sporadic about twitter, myself. Think it's the summer. For me, anyway: Outdoors,different in reply to tjbuffoonery #
RT @johnlarroquette: Life is like a box of chocolates. And they're my chocolates so keep your fucking hands off. Forrest Grumpy. #
@travisbedard Pls tell me again what the site address is–dm if u prefer…i just rarely check dm's , #
@kristapley Thanks for your responsse, btw. I was hoping you wouldn't think I was using you–as my human-google #
@jbmovies I think t he deadline for Tribeca is Sept 14? Maybe you should just look into F.I.N.D. — in reply to JBMovies #
@kristapley Oh right, Oh right, Oh right–I knew it sounded familiar. in reply to kristapley #
RT @cinemablend: Chris Nolan Makes More Room For Batman 3 By Leaving The Prisoner http://tinyurl.com/peojd4 #
RT @dealfatigue:
Tom Sherak elected prexy of AMPAS [American Motion Picture Arts And Sciences--prior was Sid Ganis]
http://bit.ly/lIozU #
@davecharest tweet back sometime again soon…. in reply to DaveCharest #
@davecharest 4 . 4 dogs. see? therein lies the issue. i(i want them to come) in reply to DaveCharest #
@jbmovies uh huh in reply to JBMovies #
Now I realize I must go eat, I am a crab. I can tell by the stink of the attitude left behind from my last few tweets #
@michaelrobles I know,that makes sense, who just has nothing to do but open up links that they have no idea what's in them? in reply to michaelrobles #
@jbmovies Can you go for it? in reply to JBMovies #
Going to take a late dinner break from Twitter. Be back–goofy screensaver up->Martin Landau huggingMe with my eyes half closed photo #
@davecharest No didn't go on roadtrip yet. Orig planned for this wk-but we have a dogs going-or-not conflict (!) +big party to attend #
@jbmovies No it was tweet. I just rezd it somewhere, earlier today. Tribeca Film Fest (artistic taste) actually requesting submissions in reply to JBMovies #
@davecharest did my reply just go out or not? in reply to DaveCharest #
@kristapley Please excuse my ignorance, and laziness–what is PicOfARev about? #
I'll use a TRANSLATOR to translate foreign tweets; before I go and click on link-only tweetsl.That's just me #
Can I please complain with a Twitter-peeve? Take it or leave it–Those who put ONLY A LINK–in a tweet. #
@bekemeyer I only asked cuzi orig dl'ed it, then i was wondering if i would really ever watch anything, so deleted it. in reply to Bekemeyer #
@davecharest hi dave how you? in reply to DaveCharest #
@SiaLikeWhoa A…Where are you working? Good chance you may go into big overtime hours , and dollahs… in reply to SiaLikeWhoa #
RT @artistatlarge: Tip for watching movies in Berkeley & all over CA: We sit through the credits here. Respect for our friends… #
RT @adriennerusk: Just wrapped a great day on set of MacGruber… What fun & talented people! Props to Mr. Forte & Mr. Taccone. #
RT @RachelStorey: Oy to the vey. #
RT @jafonso: Adult Video Gamers turn out Fatter, More Depressed http://bit.ly/Py0Fg. #
@JBMovies See my earlier tweet? Tribeca Film Fest [Robt DeNiro's- NY] is seeking submissions of both short, and full-length films. in reply to JBMovies #
Oliver Stone [is working on a project about America's] 'Secret History'–obfuscated events that shaped history http://bit.ly/sXM6A #
RT @THR: ABC makes a 'Hotel' reservation http://bit.ly/xsTsr. [It's really called 'Clive Barker's Hotel' written by Saw VI + guys--] #
RT @THR: Robert Novak dies at 78 http://bit.ly/otZOJ. #
RT @THR: Three NBC dramas add regulars http://bit.ly/L6dR0 #
@Bekemeyer Curious–what would u watch on ustream, if it did have well-working app? in reply to Bekemeyer #
Open Letter From Actor Clancy Brown on SAG September elections– pls read if you are SAG (via @nikkiefinke) http://ow.ly/kvbe #
Tribeca FILM FESTIVAL is calling for submissions ~~full length and short films. Deadline is 9.14.9 via @nikkifinke http://ow.ly/kvau #
RT @JayOatway: The Footnotes to Madmen: cultural catalog of ads, paintings, places, and news referenced in the show http://bit.ly/AEKt0 #
RT@culturemonster@lfung LACMA's M Govan makes $1M? Rather see $1M+ salaries for people in arts than dog-abuser athletes. http://bit.ly/ERx7b #
Debating over whether to put "The Family Guy" Emmy vid on my blog. It's brutal-but: comedy. #
The show RENO 911 has been cancelled by Comedy Central, after 6 seasons. One feature film. #
@SMLois Congrats on the new apartment in reply to SMLois #
Goodnight Twitterwhirld ** *** ***** **** *** * **** #
RT @djmecca
20 minutes into La Dolce Vita and I literally love everything about it. Fucking Fellini man, he's too good. #
BTW~~~~~ I did put out the tweets to give all my followers the insider info on that LOST Banana Split Party, and the new LOST viral site ;} #
Did anyone make it to the LOST "Banana Split" Party at Bardot in Hollywood, from 10-2am tonite? R U There now? Pls tweet! #
LOST party LA, Sunday–Here's the link to @slashfilm info which has the email address you send to, 2 get on the list.—> http://ow.ly/kcm7 #
Now–this is awesome–if you are a LOST fan–go to this site, set up officially by the LOST ppl. http://DamonCarltonAndAPolarBear.com #
Now–this is awesome–if you are A LOST FAN–go to this site, set up officially by the LOST ppl. http://DamonCarltonAndAPolarBear.com #
Now, I will go to sleep…[See you in my dreams tonight, and in my tweets tomorrow...] #
You Crabs are even more sensitive to the cycles of the Moon th… More for Cancer http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
Now–this is awesome–if you are a LOST fan–go to this site, set up officially by the LOST ppl.
http://DamonCarltonAndAPolarBear.com. #
Here's the link to @slashfilm info which has the email address you send to and get on the list.—> http://ow.ly/kcm7 #
OMG LOST FANS–before I go to bed__There's a OFFICIAL LOST BANANA SPLIT PARTY IN Hollywood Sunday (tomorrow) night. Really. Go 2 nxt tweet #
Goodnight Twitterwhirl'd *** **** *** **** *** **** *** **** #
Been tweeting all night from this new firefox add-on thingy that SUPPOSEDLY tweets from the address bar, link and all. N+O+T! [Sheesh.] #
@GirlSascha yeah but infinite lists of tasks don't make me happy. in reply to GirlSascha #
@GeoHern Good, George! How's your day been? in reply to GeoHern #
Eating outside at a French Restaurant. My friend called." Surprise! I am in town, in your neighborhood. Wanna get something to eat?" #
At the beach. Sur la plage. A la playa. [Hard for me to take time off from any busy work, "lists", etc. Part of my b day resolutions!] #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-15

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 15th August 2009 in Of Interest

You can stir up your own emotions today by imagining what peop… More for Cancer http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
Think I may just readabit and go to sleep, or simply go to sleep. May I say "Goodnight" now, please :? Thanks for the #FF's~~DID NOTICE!! #
Took a nap. Haven't done that in along time. Been doing a lot of outdoor-type exercise… #
I have been away from computer, iPhone, and Twitter all day. It just worked out that way. [~summer~] #
thanks to @gordonandthewhale new polanski film trailer –option http://fkyys.tk #
Your social finesse allows you to show up at work or play with… More for Cancer http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
@EnocMarrero Oh yes, apt hunting in LA can be tough. =/ in reply to EnocMarrero #
RT @philseneker: RT @Ideashop: You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take. ~ Wayne Gretzky !!! #
RT @sessjess: Twitter burst: Going to a play. Excited and nervous. Like a starving man going to a grocery store. #
My NEW POST at Hollywood Actor Prep is an easy summation of what happened with the #Emmys, and some fun stuff…PLS RT #
@essathiry Big support for that to you, and great! I have had children, and I do know! #
@daniellecasting That is a gmail -dot- com
thang. #
@daniellecasting Would like to speak to you. Would you pls email me at hollywoodactorprep. #
RT @culturemonster Arts organizations stumble into the healthcare debate http://bit.ly/UsD6O #
Getting antsy for a summer vacation… #
RT @allcomedy: CC Insider: Stephen Colbert on the Cover of Emmy Magazine http://bit.ly/1gaJfR #primetimeemmys #
RT @NoreeVictoria: … We mean no harm when asking questions like "Are your brushes sanitized"
[Good 2 take care of self: #ACTORS] #
RT @THR: 'Family Guy' abortion episode table read (video) http://bit.ly/ztGel
For U South Park fans + VoiceOver ppl–RTing my own tweet! #
@JJWebProgrammer Dont follow webhosts, SEOs, Internet marketing 'experts'~~basically, anyone just trying to make a buck thru Twitter-WhoRU? in reply to JJWebProgrammer #
@audreywalker Thanks for responding to my tweet! in reply to audreywalker #
@chadrullman @michaelheister @danibright~~~Thanks for the ReTweetin's sweet song! Sending summer-love back! #
@JJWebProgrammer Confused by your tweet…? #
@ucinema Thanks for putting me on your #Forever_Follow list. Phew! That was unexpected, felt 'a buzz'!!! #
Can #Actors CHOOSE PROJECTS? They MUST!—> Sam Rockwell Interview :: HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP :: http://ow.ly/jRQF #
I've got a backlog of stuff that I've been wanting to put on Hollywood Actor Prep(.com) Every weekday, I'll get a post online… #
Can #Actors CHOOSE PROJECTS? They MUST!—> Sam Rockwell Interview :: HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP :: http://ow.ly/jRQu #
My Daily Twittascope – You have something to smile about today, but you might choose to keep it secret. Nevertheles… http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
I am more tired than I realize, as my fingers can still type but my eyes keep closing! Goodnight, twitterwhirl'd ******* #
RT @melaniemayron52: Oh oh oh. It's official! Thirtysomething cast to appear on good morning America 8/25. Day the DVD comes out. #
@JBMovies I am the one that voted! in reply to JBMovies #
@essathiry Do you have an experience to share? in reply to essathiry #
RT @THR: 'Family Guy' abortion episode table read (video) http://bit.ly/ztGel #
Watching the documentary called "The Brothers Warners" –about the brothers who created the studio. On http://www.snagfilms.com #
Can #Actors CHOOSE PROJECTS? They MUST! —> Sam Rockwell Interview :: HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP :: http://ow.ly/jRQh #
RT @JBMovies: Jamie Diaries on site…. http://bit.ly/H9Jw2 (going deeper into story) #
@CoolWebsitez Dont send me junk like this. Don't use my twitter following for your ads. I don't know you. blocking @spam in reply to CoolWebsitez #
@JBMovies That's right my friend.Absolutely true> Thanks 4 the retweet….And, filter OUT the opinions that aren't helpful. in reply to JBMovies #
@cartermason whaa? i do like@cartermason, but why quote something i didn't say? what's going on? in reply to cartermason #
My Daily Twittascope – The steadfast support of your peers is very important to you. Luckily, your friends and work… http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
Thanks for the feedback and tweet-chatting about my blog posts and my tweets–@AliciaLaraLA @jakemcclain @giaserra @jbmovies @kingdomdad X #
Thanks for the RT respect! @monikasirolli @danibright @colemanphoto @digitalactor @actingtwits @mccostello @wonderfulcow *kiss* #
I am working on a blog post about why Talent Agents for film and tv really have too full-a-day at work, no time to tweet. #
@jakemcclain I am really a follower of Stanislavski —Kaminski/ Stanislavski; <Thassss right. Guess you haven't been reading my blog, hm #
@DECasting Can't find where you wrote what project you were casting while tweeting, would you mind telling the play? Off-bway? off-off? #
@DECasting Saw you advised an #Actor to put their personal phone number on mailer-postcards. Do u deal with agents, or direct to actor? #
From a writer on "Weeds" @StephenFalk– rendition of how Mamet would write screenplay "The Diary Of Anne Frank" http://ow.ly/jS1d #
Can #Actors CHOOSE PROJECTS? They MUST!—> Sam Rockwell Interview :: HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP :: http://ow.ly/jRPR #
[As I just said]>RT@Envelope: TV academy and CBS reversal on Emmy time-shifting:Now all 28 Emmys will be presented live http://bit.ly/SsGXd #
@jakemcclain I think just 'scene study' isn't going to make anyone a professional level #actor w pro-level skill. Nor "audition" wkshps! in reply to jakemcclain #
@jakemcclain I don't agree. But if an #actor does follow Meisner, then at least they are training in a good rigorous Method. (I am Method!) in reply to jakemcclain #
@JohnTCogan You "open it" –please explain…are u in 1st scene, # acting? in reply to JohnTCogan #
OPINIONS may or may not be valid. (Very important to know this) Stupid Opinions taken seriously, have waylaid many-a-career. #Actors #
About CRITICISM + ADVICE: Some of it is "standard" and valid-and could be where u do have a weakness. OR it could b an opinion. #actors #
However, if casting director has comments for you, it usually can be beneficial, in learning something u can correct, PROFESSIONALLY.#actors #
#Actors–I think that you probably will not get advice from casting dir's about skill & craft. That's what a hi-level teacher is for.Get 1. #
@MrFantastic21 in reply to MrFantastic21 #
Actors: take feedback w/ a grain of salt. It might sting, but if it improves you , it's worth the pain. Via @mrfantastic21 @colemanphoto #
RT @AllTVGossip: Paula Abdul to Guest Star on “Ugly Betty”: Paula Abdul is currently in talks to guest star. http://bit.ly/136xAY #
Listening to "Stop, The Love You Save May Be Your Own". By the Jackson 5. Vocals almost challenge the beat to catch up–Great! #
#EMMYS—>They are DROPPING the controversial broadcast changes! All of the protestations were heard-from SAG WGA DGA and TV showrunners… #
RT @danibright @celestialweasel @loveandgarbage>>>> Because medical treatment 4 serious illness should b a right, not a paid-for privilege #
RT @philseneker: RT @eumagine: 10 Minute Film School with Robert Rodriguezhttp://bit.ly/WTLS2 #
@voiceovergirl hee hee ;) #
RT @ICMovies: RT @UncompletedWork @scripteach: A lovely article from Molly Ringwald on her relationship with John Hughes.http://bit.ly/vbPgG #
New blog post: Actor Sam Rockwell Interviewed http://bit.ly/2R1YL #
@Kingdomdad yes
I think that 's the beauty of it, or one of them. Always growing, always. I love that, about being an 'artist'. #Acting in reply to Kingdomdad #
…start. With how u feel about your work of artistry. Your completed work. YOUR WORK? #
Listen, I think a few things. But first, you as the artist. How do you feel about Amnesia. Really. Deep down. I think that is the place to #
Okay, now I understand y u would send a dm. Wow. It occurred 2 me that ppl personally say negatives to actors, bunt filmmkrs get public crit #
@giasierra if you are still on twiitter, by some chance, I just wanted you to know that I read your message and am thinking about it… in reply to giasierra #
@jbmovies Funny—um, I rarely check my dm messages. To me, it's just another task to do, after chkng all other messages elsewhere.Forget2 in reply to JBMovies #
RT @bigpicture: David Mamet working on a new film version of 'The Diary of Anne Frank.' – http://bit.ly/zd6NS #
@jbmovies …that was a joke…bit you must've missed the audio tweet– I found an app called "TWEETMIC" Recorded a few audio tweets. #
@jbmovies Yeah, I AUDIO–Tweeted, what of it, huh?? in reply to JBMovies #
NEW POST—->Acting In The Nude :: By An English #Actor Who Is Naked Onstage, Right Now | HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP | http://ow.ly/jLP0 #
RT @karaswisher: watch eve ensler talk about the issues here: http://bit.ly/4yYV6I, then learn more here: http://bit.ly/JlpYV #
@columbiajames Will you tweet your basic response–s'il vous plait?? in reply to columbiajames #
In London’s West End, #actor Steven Butler is naked.
Onstage. Nightly.
What's it like to act nude? http://www.hollywoodactorprep.com #
Pop! Went the tire on my bike…walking it to the bike shop. Less than a mile more. Been about a mile and a half. Beauty summer, it's ok! #
FOLLOW UP POST–>Remember The Universal Open Call Audition, For Unknown Actors?~~~ Here At HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP??~~http://ow.ly/jD4s #
New blog post: Acting Nude :: By An Actor Who Is Naked Onstage, Now http://bit.ly/2LCj5H #
FOLLOW UP POST–>Remember The Universal Open Call Audition, For Unknown Actors?~~~ Here At HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP??~~http://ow.ly/jD4b #
@thedavidbeach I don't know what it is you booked; but I saw your tweet, and it was just ebullient–> Congratulations to you! in reply to thedavidbeach #
I've got a backlog of stuff that I've been wanting to put on Hollywood Actor Prep(.com) Every weekday, I will be posting something new. h #
RT @TrendTracker: Facebook buys social media start-up FriendFeed – Reuters http://bit.ly/1856Mh RT @digitalkvan #
Here's the link again, in case you missed my Monday Mornin' tweet this morning—http://tmic.fm/ou5htp5ejdk #
@rajeevdaswani :) Sorry to do †his, but I wish to see the outside world 2day!~ Answers at http://bit.ly/14Q1At #
FOLLOW UP POST–>Remember The Universal Open Call Audition, For Unknown Actors?~~~ Here At HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP??~~http://ow.ly/jD2Q #
New blog post: Remember That Universal Open Call Audition I Had Here? http://bit.ly/WSlYm #
Listen to my audio tweet. http://tmic.fm/ou5htp5ejdk #
@bradgal Good good. Thanks… in reply to bradgal #
@michaelrholmes I am really busy with my blog. Hollywood Actor Prep takes up a really huge chunk of my time. I am also editing interviews. in reply to michaelrholmes #
@JonathanNail Break-A-Leg…! (#bal) in reply to JonathanNail #
RT @andysowards: RT @mayhemstudios RT @iamkhayyam: Get angry: AT&T changes contract to prevent class action lawsuits http://bit.ly/1a01o4 #
@33girl Went on a looooong Sunday bike hike, so have some serious Monday muscles. And stiffness. (All good). And u, Ms33? in reply to 33girl #
RT @petertravers: "G.I. Joe" Scores Dough,But Can You Name One Megabudget Sci-fi Movie This Summer That's Actually Good? http://bit.ly/CoO0d #
RT @valeriemeachum: I know most people will always think acting isn't really work. But I get really tired of it sometimes. #
RT @colemanphoto: A LOT of actors–and "schools" too. Be careful! RT @wonderfulcow: Who would call a class an "audition" – ? Hrm…. #
@JonathanNail Jonathan –how are you? How's your lil one? Show broadcast yet? in reply to JonathanNail #
@michaelrholmes How are you, Michael? (Was on Twi last night, and there are far more ppl on this morning! Tw keeps work week hours-) in reply to michaelrholmes #
RT @wonderfulcow: @colemanphoto I know this one place who call themselves "Acting School" –Don't teach Acting Techniques! Just "workshops". #
Hello Twitter Friend:) #
RT @bradgal: RT @mparent77772: Twitter New Official Profile And Live Search Widgetshttp://bit.ly/1e3raH #
RT @bradgal: RT @SocialMediaComm: Twitter Tip: Opt out from all the sites that send out auto DMs http://bit.ly/4j4qKx #
RT @bradgal: RT @mparent77772: Google Voice Can Sneak onto iPhonehttp://bit.ly/L3bE7 #
RT @bradgal: RT @TwitdomUpdates: Twitter App Alert: Twinester – Create or join groups and communities for Twitter http://su.pr/4HFKlh #
@bradgal Morning, Ingrid! #
Watching a movie from the 1970's, I believe. "The Paper Chase". Pretty good, so far. #
RT @movieweb: Paul Giamatti to Play Larry in The Three Stooges? – There are now reports that Jim Carrey mig… http://www.movieweb.com/ #
RT@movieweb~ Edward James Olmos w b in The Green Hornet – Actor says he's part of the cast. http://www.movieweb.com/news/NEqmpxtwulTvtz #
Director Ang Lee's new film about Woodstock, had a sneak preview this weekend. Where? Where else, but Woodstock. #
See the trailer first–for 'The Imaginarium of Dr Parnassus'–>>> http://uk.movies.yahoo.com/features/exclusive/ #
Story about the Chino prison riot on front page of New York Times website, nothing visible at Los Angeles Times site! (via LAObserved.com) #
Fox has given a put pilot order to "Ridealong," a Chicago-set cop show from "The Shield's" Shawn Ryan. #
AFTRA's Roberta Reardon, unopposed, elected to second term – Los Angeles Times – #
RT @hitRECordJoe: Saw it yesterday + can't stop thinking about this movie RUMBA. http://bit.ly/xOylp beautiful, fresh, classic, hilarious #
AFTRA's Roberta Reardon, unopposed, elected to second term – via Los Angeles Times – #actors #
#Actors :LaBeouf, Douglas AND Frank Langella will join the cast of "Wall Street 2: Money Never Sleeps" #
@giasierra That's a great question. Wonder if you would be specific about "not auditioning well". in reply to giasierra #
RT @thefilmtalk +@Variety: Bigelow, Boal reteam for 'Frontier'. 'Hurt Locker' duo set for Paramount pic http://bit.ly/COtFd #
I took some specific photos at Venice Beach; actually, it's my least favorite beach here. Unpleasant in ways. FYI #
Venice Drum Circle is in front of this crowd who have gathered to watch. Anybody can join in http://twitpic.com/dc9dh #
Venice Beach Freak Show?? This is new… http://twitpic.com/dc8zb #
Better shot of surfboard sign http://twitpic.com/dc8cq #
Venice surfboard for Venice Skate and Surf Shop on the beach in Dogtown http://twitpic.com/dc80o #
Who is indoors on this beautiful August Sunday? Here's a photo of Venice Beach. http://twitpic.com/dc1p2 #
Where's my buddy @SonyaVanSickle?? Just, now, saw your @-message to me about the voice tweet–THNX yoooo… #
Thanks a lot ;) @latinjazzmecca #
@Ali_Star Hello—How's everything with you, across the world there…! #
Richard Pryor #quote:
"I never met anybody who said when they were a kid, I wanna grow up and be a critic. " #
@scottEweinberg I think Predator is more horror, than action— genre #
To read about Brett Hudson + "the Klinik"– Cancer Treatments in Germany better + cheaper!? –>Brett’s Blog http://ow.ly/juqk #
Last night at party, met one of 'The Hudson Brothers' w bad throat cancer + went to same place in Germany as Farrah. Cured in 4 wks. #
@jefholbrook Thanks , Jef! That's kind of cool, truly: That you would be in Brooklyn and think of me and Mario Bros Movie… : } in reply to jefholbrook #
@JoseyFlyte Hey Josey! There's a lot of #actors –you may want to check out my "followers" group. in reply to JoseyFlyte #
Good Morning, Sunday to friend-on-Twitter! #
My Daily Twittascope – You may struggle today with an uncharacteristic drive to act without forethought. Usually, y… http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
New blog post: The 61st Emmy Awards "Calendar" http://bit.ly/ecKiX #
[Kaminski]
I guess 1000's now know this, but you may be new–I have a blog, full of info #actors: http://www.hollywoodactorprep.com #
Taiwanese #actor Jay Chou will play Kato to Seth Rogan's Green Hornet film. Gondry says Chou " charming-fights like a dog" via@Variety #

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Emmys Broadcast Will Be Live, All Categories…

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 13th August 2009 in awards

Basically, The Academy Of Television Arts And Sciences Announced This Week…

…That they were dropping the changes they were going to make in the format of the upcoming Emmy Broadcast.

In case you didn’t know, The Emmys were going to make the show part live, and part recorded.

Now they are going back to the old way: live.

That’s all you need to know about the whole deal.

If You Do Doubt The Power Of The Creatives In This Industry, Read On…

The Emmys said that they wanted to have the Primetime Emmys appeal to a more “general audience”.

Not sure how their proposed remedy would do serve to accomplish that; but they said that, amongst other changes, they would take 8 award categories and pre-record them.

Somehow, at available moments, they planned to slip these pre-recorded Emmy Award Acceptances, into the live show. And example was given: Like when someone was walking from their seat to get to the stage to receive an award.

Yes, it does sound like too-much-fancy-footwork required.

Not by the Award-Accept-ee…but by the Emmys Broadcast techs, during the show…

But the Accidents-Just-Waiting-To-Happen weren’t what upset so much of Hollywood’s creatives.

:: And the Actors and Writers unions.

:: And TV Writer-Producer Chiefs, Called Showrunners.

:: And the Cable Network Companies.

Whether Intentional Or Not, It Looked Like The Real Quality Shows

That Happen To Come From Cable TV Networks, and That Usually Win Emmys

…Would not win their awards, live.

Would they be relegated to a second string, B-level appearance, in the Emmy Broadcast?

…After having worked their butts off all year to make some very high-quality shows, that are Emmy-worthy?

They also thought that it appeared that since the Emmys are broadcast on one of the three major television networks (revolving each year), that it appeared that the Primetime Emmys may be trying to highlight NBC, ABC, and CBS. So, even if those networks weren’t winning Emmys, they would somehow appear more important, to the Emmy Broadcast Audience.

[Apparently in prior years, HBO and other Cable Networks had offered to broadcast the Emmys, for big bucks..Millions, But the Academy Of Television turned them down.]

So the Cable Television Networks complained.

The Directors Guild complained.

The Writers Guild Complained.

They didn’t want their writers cheated. (See the funny thing they did, it’s in the article I posted below…!)

SAG Complained for the Actors.

They didn’t want their winning actors cheated, nor did they want the speeches cut or reduced.

And the TV Showrunners, who are the often the people who created these shows…

Just didn’t want their “babies” cheated out of full recognition.

Overall, it was an interesting debate, with two very different sides. It wasn’t a simple problem either.

Some people reduced it down to money vs art.

I’m not sure, and we will never know.

It doesn’t matter now. Because a lot of the Hollywood Creatives spoke out, the Academy listened.

…And once again…

The Primetime Emmys Will Be About Quality Television.

Live.

And the shows that deserve awards, will have the live audience attention. And get the press.

And the evolution of television quality will continue.

[That's what I really care about.]

Here’s Some Industry Press Coverage …

From The Hollywood Reporter:

It has been a season of reversals for the Primetime Emmy Awards. First, the ceremony was shifted from Sept. 20, only to be returned to that date two weeks later. Now, in an even bigger about-face, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has scrapped a plan to time-shift eight categories on this year’s broadcast after a firestorm of criticism from the creative community.

As a result, all 28 categories slated for the CBS broadcast will be awarded live.

“This decision was made to mend relationships within the television community and to allow executive producer Don Mischer to focus his full attention on producing the creative elements in the telecast,” TV academy chairman and CEO John Shaffner said. “Our goal is to celebrate the year in television and honor excellence and this year’s great achievements with the support of our industry colleagues and our telecast partner.”

Last month, Mischer proposed and ATAS’ board of governors voted to approve a time-shift of eight awards.

The proposal included mostly longform categories: best movie and best miniseries; writing for movie/miniseries; directing for movie/miniseries; supporting actor and actress in TV movie/miniseries; writing for drama series; and directing for variety, music and comedy series.

“We try to make the Emmys more relevant to mainstream viewers while honoring the choice of the academy properly and appropriately,” Mischer said at the time.

But the move drew criticism from the WGA, DGA, SAG and several networks, including HBO, which dominates the longform field. More than 100 writer-producers, including Shonda Rhimes, Seth MacFarlane, Matthew Weiner and John Wells, signed a letter protesting the decision.

That petition was the wake-up call for the Academy that created the momentum to scrap the plan, WGA West president Patric Verrone said.

“It’s important that the TV Academy appreciates the power that writers and showrunners wield when they work together and they are a force to be reckoned with,” he said.

…

“There will be more going forward to prevent unilateral decisions like this being made without consulting with a very important part of the creative process — writers,” Verrone said.

The creative community’s public outcry over the plan spilled into the recent Television Critics Assn. press tour, where talent and executives univocally condemned the idea and CBS execs were forced to defend it.

…

Mischer said the decision to keep all Emmy categories live “was made because ultimately it is in the best interest of the show” and “in the best interest of the entertainment industry.”

“We had attempted to make room in the show for more live performances. However, our community did not embrace the plan, which is a very important consideration,” he said.

This year’s Emmycast is a crucial one for the academy coming off last year’s ceremony, which hit an all-time ratings low, and entering the final year of its contract with the broadcast networks.

With ratings for other main awards shows rebounding, the academy and CBS have been looking for ways to liven up the telecast, which includes more categories awarded live than its counterparts.

Here’s the fun one, from Movieline:

Upon learning their categories would be relegated to the hour before the live Emmy broadcast, then rattled off in a video package as a time-saving measure, outraged TV writers mobilized. They [wrote up a signed document] called the Declaration of TV Writer Importance, which expressed their strong feelings that they be allowed to enjoy their moment live, with everyone else (and designated an area encompassing the Farmers Market and the WGA building as their sovereign homeland). Today, CBS and TV Academy have conceded, as the Emmys have officially abandoned the time-shifting measures.

Best,

Dana

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Remember That Universal Open Call Audition I Had Here At Hollywood Actor Prep?

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 10th August 2009 in Film acting movie actors

The Movie Had No Name Then.

But NBC-Universal was looking for an unknown actor, unusually, in an “Open Call Audition”.

I put out the information, here, on Hollywood Actor Prep.

——–Links to posts: about the Open Call Audition, and Verification from NBC-Universal .

First, they named one cast member, actor Steve Martin’.

For months, the movie was called the “Untitled Nancy Meyers Project”.

Once I knew the film was shooting, I called my contact at NBC-Universal, and he told me that they wound up casting an actor with experience; instead of an “unknown”.

::::::::::Nancy Meyers

Now, the movie’s titled. It’s got a trailer. And here it is….

“It’s Complicated” With Actors: Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, Steve Martin, John Krasinski, Lake Bell, Zoe Kazan, Rita WIlson…

Producer, Director, Writer Nancy Meyers Got Me Into SAG

…By the Taft-Hartley provision. (I have a photo somewhere and I will post it after I dig it up)

(Means they have to petition SAG by statubg that no one else can do the role except for the non-SAG actor that is cast.)

I had one line. It was:

“I don’t work here.”

Always thought that was a humorous way to start an acting career.

I have a photo somewhere and I will post it after I dig it up…

Meantime, Here’s Another Actors Photo From This Movie, “It’s Confusing”…

I think one of these guys were cast in the “Open Call” part.

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-08

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 8th August 2009 in Uncategorized

Uh oh. Took a friend to delta airlines–do they really make you show up 2 hours before your flight or bump you?? Friend has to wait hrs+ $$ #
If you need 2 follow #SAG news, Hollywood Actor Prep now has a page only for SAG news–scroll to catch up too http://hollywoodactorprep.com #
OPEN MIKE for Entrepreneurs! Public Pitch Practice…LA and Philly @time http://bit.ly/MJtRD #
The 10 Ways Twitter Will Permanently Change American Business via @247WallSt http://bit.ly/ZwL8U #
Newport Folk Festival is broadcasting live today
http://www.npr.org #
Working on the blog…Hollywood Actor Prep. ~http://hollywoodactorprep.com/blog~
Suddenly falling in love with working on it again. Pls RT. #
Why am I indoors on this beautiful summer Saturday, so that you will be prepared for the #Emmys? Dunno. I did it last year too. (Rethink?) #
__Nah. ;} #
What are you doing? (Just felt like copying what is written above this screen.) Friend asked me today: Twitter ppl just write what they do? #
RT @directorsector Is it August already? Yeesh. #
@Chris_Gorham Yeah, like you're really "sorry" ;) in reply to Chris_Gorham #
@adamkay thanks for the RT, and glad to meet you… #
Thank you @bobvolanti. :) #
@jbmovies OF COURSE I read your comment. Wanted to comment back that I agree wholeheartedly–with you. There are certainly "acts" in movies #
@purpleskull1 and @reginavirk–Thanks for the RT and blog support–I do it out of love–important to get ppl to spread the site, share.TYoo. #
@JBMovies Thank you too, for spreading the word about Hollywood Actor Prep. The payoff is only in increasing the readership, message out… #
@purpleskull1 ThankYoo, double! in reply to purpleskull1 #
Oh and same to yoo @RosieChihuahua #
RT @TCManiacs Jezebel Scenes were filmed around Henry Fonda so was with his wife as she gave birth to daughter Jane http://ow.ly/iOzw #TCM #
@djasonfleming Agree, about Archive.com…Love the site, fear the search results. in reply to djasonfleming #
RT @cnn 2 dead, 11 injured in Israel club shooting http://bit.ly/l29UI #
Since this is my most popular blog entry, ever,thought I'd put a link on Twitter ~Martin Sheen video~HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP~http://ow.ly/iOxh #
That is so very exciting, @pogue! I am going to look thru the book to see what I remember from Twitter and your tweets, ahh! (*excited*) #
RT @PogueCountdown to “The World According to Twitter” (http://bit.ly/2SJFLE ): Books arrived today at Barnes & Noble warehouses…. #
I upgraded to #HootSuite 2.0 because they sent an email to do so, and i basically like the service.not this tho http://hootsuite.com/upgrade #
RT @Pogue~Countdown to “The World According to Twitter” (http://bit.ly/2SJFLE ): Books arrived today at Barnes & Noble warehouses….(re-do) #
RT @Bad news for MOVIES and for Westwood! Majestic Crest for sale! Mann giving up leases on Village & Bruin THEATERS! http://bit.ly/41BNE #
My Daily Twittascope – Someone might get on your nerves now because it seems like he or she has plans for you that … http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
RT @bradgal: RT @ClipBlast: (Comedy Central) Preview – Jeffrey Ross Roasts Kathy Griffin http://ow.ly/15JBal #
Kathy Griffin will be hosting the Creative (Categories) #Emmys – see http://www.Emmys.com for more info #
@luvlyloops you have the most artistic avatars-are u a graphic artist? in reply to luvlyloops #
RT @StaciJShelton: We are not necessarily what we do…however, what we do, lets us know what we think & fear… #
Steven Spielberg is directing a remake of the James Stewart classic "Harvey,"
Casting is just getting started. #
RT @IAMQUEENLATIFAH: The count down begins 23 days before my new album drops Aug 25, 2009 "Persona" Yes its my 7th album people. #
@willowdiamond Yes. The same one:"Harvey" was a play, and a movie, about a man and his imaginary friend, a very large rabbit. Yes. in reply to willowdiamond #
RT @luvlyloops:Nah! H&M had this thing on FB where you can create your own avatar using their tools & this was my creation. Thanks. #
@citygirl312 Ha! No relatives in Chicago–I an originally from the East Coast. in reply to citygirl312 #
@citygirl312 BTW Thanks 4 @-ing me. I IMMEDIATELY FOLLOW #ACTORS. Pls tell your actor friends so we can make a strong Twitter commune in reply to citygirl312 #
@marioSOTM Could you be clearer about what SOMT is? What would you like me to post a photo of?? Not sure I understand the concept…than #
@marioSOTM what? Pose for WHAT? Not sure what the concept is? You asked me for a photo for your site. What is it? in reply to marioSOTM #
RT @LATimesbreaking: Breaking: L.A. Episcopal Church nominates gay priest and lesbian priest as bishops #
I don't like to gossip-but~~Mark Wahlberg just got married in Beverly Hills to longterm gf/mom of his 3 kids~~(Can I still think he's yummy) #
RT @BaronessHeather: @__dana__ you're on my tv! http://twitpic.com/cjlhx. <<~~~>>[ME: I can't believe u got a screenshot!!!] #
@BaronessHeather What channel is that, please. I want to make sure I get my #residual!!! in reply to BaronessHeather #
@davidjhahn It's from the film "BIG". Twitterer sent that tweet + twitpix. Have you not been to MY BLOG? http://hollywoodactorprep.com in reply to davidjhahn #
@DigitalActor Albert, am thinking of holding an afternoon seminar-I know I have asked u this before-who do I contact @ info on ur theater? in reply to DigitalActor #
@DigitalActor the other thing ive bn considering, that could involve u, if u R interested…I've bn shooting a series of interviews…actors in reply to DigitalActor #
@SeanNCullen It's never wrong to dance outside on the sidewalk. in reply to SeanNCullen #
RT @Tetar: Amelia Earhart's Mystery Solved With DNA? http://bit.ly/s15oG. (Wow) #
@heykim Is today your birthday?? Hey Kim, Happy Birthday! in reply to heykim #
@conormichael No do you know who was first SAG member. (Ronald Reagan? Walter Pidgeon?) Who was the 2nd? in reply to conormichael #
I have been watching some really great movies on http://theauteur.com. The other night I watched Antonioni's "L'Avventura". It was free. #
Today, watched an entrancing thriller. Old fashioned, almost perfect: the relat's, music, increasing problems…Korean b+w=THE HOUSEKEEPER #
@RosieChihuahua OK I voted for Rosie The Chihuahua as my favorite tweetin' pet… in reply to RosieChihuahua #
RT @DaveLetterman: Poster of the Week: http://bit.ly/kcmy7. (I think I could use that poster right here, in my living room.) #
RT @conormichael James Cagney was first (#Actor to join SAG). Second was the lady who was Faye Wray's stunt-double in King Kong. :) #
Goodnight Twitterwhil'd *************************************** #
My Daily Twittascope – If you have become embroiled in an emotional drama with someone who is even more intense tha… http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
Blogging… #
I follow most creatives. Even if you haven't gotten started and are stuck in a day job! –>[@__dana__]<–contact me first,then I follow #
@vdovault I am a fan of hte site "The Auteurs", it's one of my favorites. Did I write"nifty"? (Pls no word adds)
Do appreciate RTing me! in reply to vdovault #
@Krizanovich LOL –about you having Alfred E Newman, tiled, on you twitter page. I love Mad Magazine, always have… in reply to Krizanovich #
@Krizanovich Thanks for your RT's btw =} in reply to Krizanovich #
RT @MarcHustvedt – digital agent Brandon Martinez talks about how he discovered shows on @Tubefilter and then landed them deals. (Really?) #
@Vianessa Break a leg #BAL in reply to Vianessa #
RT @macstarr HOLY CRAP! My film "Break" is at # 217 on Imdb! Plus my starmeter is up 123% Check it out! http://www.imdb.com/name/nm... #
@MarcHustvedt Wow, are you saying "There Will BeBrawl" was bought up by a television network? When you say "deal", is that what you mean? in reply to MarcHustvedt #
@MarcHustvedt Or did the writers of that webshow get jobs on the writing staff of an already existant tv series, is that what you mean? in reply to MarcHustvedt #
@Tetar Which link? The amelia Earhart link that I re tweeted of yours, yesterday? Or some link of mine? …that you say isn't working… in reply to Tetar #
NEW POST–What if Muppets were cast in the roles of MAD MEN Which ROLES would they play? http://ow.ly/iXSA #
@showbizzle and @actingtwits~~Thanks for the RT's ~~~Wooo! You are fast! #
@Live_for_Films That is the "Featurette" that you are running, as it has been called…Is that really an exclusive of yours? Pls reply… in reply to Live_for_Films #
@jamesmcnicholas R you also @thisissammy? Thanks for the insta-retweet, btw! in reply to jamesmcnicholas #
This Amelia Earhart link is the same + is working-They think they have located where she was, and will test DNA http://ow.ly/iXXa via@tetar #
#Actors Scarlett Johanson, Kate Hudson, Amy Adams and Michelle Williams are on a list to play Marilyn Monroe-Film from book… #
RT @garysanders1: 'Creation' to open Toronto fest – Gonna Be Good – Variety – http://shar.es/iJX0 #
Do you mind me asking? @showbizzle—I think I recognize the person in your avatar, is it you–or a stock photo, perhaps? #
@bradgal How are you today? I am a bit intrigued by that Amelia Earhart thing, are u? (Thanks 4 the rt ;) in reply to bradgal #
@Tetar Oddly, (because of timing) there IS an Amelia Earhart movie in the works, w #actor Hilary Swank. I don't think this is in it. in reply to Tetar #
#Actors Charlize Theron + Sam Worthington (replacing Tom Cruise) have signed on to a remake of the 2005 French spy thriller "The Tourist." #
@bradgal That mystery (Amelia Earhart's disappearance) has gone on for so long! W/b cool for latest science 2 solve. in reply to bradgal #
@CarolineTimm yah. fa-sure! in reply to CarolineTimm #
@bradgal Wait…What happened with Glenn Miller? in reply to bradgal #
@CarolineTimm Love your new avatar. Brings your individuality to life! in reply to CarolineTimm #
@hitRECordJoe There was has been a whole lotta love about (500) Days …lots of times….since LAFilmFest, http://hollywoodactorprep.com #
"CSI" #actor Laurence Fishburne is getting a makeover after ratings for the crime drama fell sharply upon his arrival last season. #
Uh oh. 100 Writers sent protest letter to #Emmys. 2 of the Writing Categories (out of 4 total) have been taken out of the live ceremony. #
Craig Ferguson note:'Wanted to send fish and chips-but that comes wrapped in newspaper –you can't find that stuff anymore.' He sent pizza. #
RT @YahooMovies: Trailer Premiere: #Actor Sandra Bullock stars in 'The Blind Side' – http://bit.ly/117F3B #
TCA Press Tour: ‘Medium’ says goodbye to NBC and hello to CBS http://bit.ly/kbiIb (Wo!) via@bradgal @LATshowtracker #
@Tetar I think the show (CSI) is simply styling up the #actors differently, pointedly Laurence Fishburn. in reply to Tetar #
@CarolineTimm I would consider using it anyway…You look great, + commercial. Or you can certainly use it for comedy roles imn theatrical in reply to CarolineTimm #
@carolinetimm There's a bunch of commercial agents on Twitter, (no "theatrical" )ll. Why not ask them? Isn't that why they are on Twitter? #
@CarolineTimm U may want to ask @daniellecasting, is commmercial casting agent, generous on twitter with comm cast info to #Actors. #
@CarolineTimm-ASK AWAY! [Big THANKS to Danielle A*]>>>RT@DanielleCasting: @__dana__ yep I'll be here at 9:30 for a Q&A for casting questions #
Want to play the INGLORIOUS BASTERDS GAME before release? Go to #actor + director Eli Roth's Myspace page http://ow.ly/iZm6 #
@GirlSascha I thought those tans were mandatory on the newscasters! in reply to GirlSascha #
RT @DanielleCasting: The slate is 1/2 of ur audition believe it or not.. Simple slates.. smile and connect with the camera #
NEW POST–What if Muppets were cast in the roles of MAD MEN Which ROLES would they play? http://ow.ly/iXSA9 (rt) #
RT @culturemonster: A cold KO'd Topol, who expects to be OK for the rest of his 'Fiddler' run http://bit.ly/1dfIie (Here in LA) #
Gooodnight Twittah—- #
My Daily Twittascope – It's one thing to be sensitive to other people's needs, but quite another if your happiness … http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
RT @dramalady09: Seeking singers,songwriters & producers 4 upcoming OffBroadway plays, "A Woman's Worth" & "The Romance" #
RT @MarcosLuis: http://twitpic.com/cr9sx – Thousands wait for Sex&the City Extra Casting NYC #
The four stars of "Seinfeld" to reunite for multiepisodes, on the upcoming season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm." #
@andysowards Really like your blog.( I am a design hobbyist.) Great for designers… in reply to andysowards #
contr (cont) http://tl.gd/bobn #
Wow "tweetlonger" app just messed up that last tweet pretty thoroughly. Anyone know an easy way to shrink URLs from iPhone? #
@GoldDerby LATimes Has a good explain of both sides, on #Emmys broadcast controversy http://tl.gd/bobn #
@ThisIsSammy but your tweets come from @jamesnicholas 's Twitter account? in reply to ThisIsSammy #
@ThisIsSammy I mean, your tweets come out of @jamesmacnicholas's Twitter acct in reply to ThisIsSammy #
@jamesmcnicholas–pls explain. the whole @iamsammy bit…. #
@ThisIsSammy or whatever it is… in reply to ThisIsSammy #
@realtvfilms thanks for that–will certainly check out the link! in reply to realtvfilms #
@Twitdirectors –are you @cast-and-crew? Same business? Pls reply. Thanks. Just curious as to all ur aspects & twitter names-keepin it real! #
@Krizanovich I don't know why Twitter would not allow you to dm me. I am following u. Try again. (Tho I don't like dm's–Usually…too much) #
RT@thehensoncompany NEW POST–What if Muppets were cast in the roles of MAD MEN Which ROLES would they play? http://ow.ly/iXSA9 (rt) #
RT @LATimesent: Paramount to critics: 'G.I. No': With more than $300 million in production and marketing spending http://bit.ly/whAti #
RT @kristapley: Meanwhile, Bill Clinton is apparently off in North Korea being a real American hero. [In fact yeah, huh] #
RT @LATimescitydesk: L.A. City Council voted unanimously to approve the Cirque du Soleil expansion loan. Story soon at latimes.com/lanow #
RT @csaban: North Korea: 2 US journalists pardoned
http://bit.ly/7I0zU #
Wo. #Bill Clinton flew into N Korea unannounced! He just showed up and got Ling and Lee pardoned. Wow. #
@dannyfisher I know –it's become totally gofy and part of it is that spelling the twitter name correctly is at fault–I do need to know… in reply to dannyfisher #
@Krizanovich Go for it. Or email at the namne of my site. in reply to Krizanovich #
@Krizanovich That's prob better. it's gmail. in reply to Krizanovich #
Twitter serendipity ! This truck sells Korean BBQ in LA and has quite a positive buzz.@calbibbq>Twitter! http://twitpic.com/csr6c #
The Book: 'Eat Pray Love' is being made into a movie–with these #actors: Billy Crudup, Julia Roberts, Javier Bardem, Richard Jenkins. #
RT @algore: We are overjoyed by Laura and Euna's safe return. http://bit.ly/MgvKf #
@ZETAZEN Me too. Not that I live in Pittsburgh. LA Fitness in LA is crazy enough. Plus it stinks. Really. Of B.O. Forget the bullets… in reply to ZETAZEN #
TV Showrunners are very mad at the #EMMYS, due to changes of b'cast–WGA Charges "Clear Violation Of Longstanding Agreement" #
"Watchmen" #actor Carla Gugino joins dir. Zack Snyder –"Sucker Punch" -plot is girl is institutionalized by father, creates alt reality #
Oh wow. Now here's the directors guild DGA, mad as well at #EMMYS. They say it's contract breach. via@variety http://ow.ly/j6Hu #
NETFLIX ~~I've heard 2 things–has anyone else?? 1. Netflix w b streaming movies to iPhones. 2.Netflix w b offering early LOST episodes #
"ALL MY CHILDREN" moves from NY , where it has always been since the beginning, —>to LA #
The beautiful, secluded, upscale, and discreet Hotel Bel Air will be closing for a few year renovation –via@sharonwaxman http://ow.ly/j6GQ #
Sheila E went to Congress to speak about the importance of music royalties. @variety http://ow.ly/j6HY #
$20-million-dollar-star-salaries are a thing of the past. Patrick Goldstein's blog at LATimes (via@Broadus) http://ow.ly/j6Ja #
America's Got Talent has the biggest following out of all Reality TV shows. But we knew that, didn't we, that America loves talent? ;) #
RT @KimSherrell: Bill Clinton en route to LAX. #
@AliciaLaraLA hee hee :) in reply to AliciaLaraLA #
My Daily Twittascope – Today's Lunar Eclipse polarizes your 8th House of Shared Resources, raising issues around jo… http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
Actually Former President Clinton flew into Burbank Airport with the two freed ex-hostage journalists. #
Bill Maher is an Emmy Nominee. Again. He is the longest running loser–with 22 noms + no wins. http://goldderby.latimes.com/ #
UH oh. Watch out for trailer for 'The Lovely Bones".
Apparently, too much is given away in the trailer…Spoiler Alert #
@FeignedMischief I have the exact same experience with Mashable! in reply to FeignedMischief #
@__dana__ my eyes are closing truly as I am tweetin but I wanted to
zzzzzzzzzz— in reply to __dana__ #
O,
I hate oversleeping.
O,
I love oversleeping. #
RT @cassandrabodzak: Just got a callback for "The Columbine Project"! I love how it always happens when you really don't expect it. (#bal) #
Y'All— –FYI– When I write~~~>#BAL—->>> That means "BREAK A LEG" #
In "ACTORSPEAK" :: #BAL :: means~~~~~>I hope you get it ~~~~~>Congratulations! ~~~~~~WOW~~~~~ ( without traditional-actor-superstition ). #
WHAT Actress just said–> being AN #EMMY NOMINEE is months of work?(…and not not too enjoyable!!) NEW POST http://holllywoodactorprep.com #
@LatinJazzMecca Thanks for sending the Senate video Link with Sheila E and —WE ALL NEED TO JOIN UP AND MAKE SURE A-L-L ARTISTS GET PAID! in reply to LatinJazzMecca #
RT @gandthew: Bank heist musical featuring Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel – http://tinyurl.com/lb7b3o #
@FeignedMischief "my eyes are closing truly as I am tweetin but I wanted to zzzzzzzzzz-" (That's how tired, I sent to this me, by accident!) in reply to FeignedMischief #
@citygirl312 Hi to you!! How's everything??? Welcome to #acting clan here!! Check out http://hollywoodactorprep.com –my blog about acting! in reply to citygirl312 #
@SeattleActorDSH heehee ;) in reply to SeattleActorDSH #
@Ali_Star Hey Alll Star!~ I love to talk to #actors from London–we need to all join up to be a force to make sure actors all get valued — in reply to Ali_Star #
Many if not most people have lost their moral compass, which makes for an ideal environment for predatory capitalism. via@milo9 @davidsirota #
RT @HowardBeckNYT: Free speech lives. RT@we-ESPNers can still Tweet. New policy involves making sure we break news on ESPN platforms. #
RT @misslethridge: just finished my VO audition for Disney. Reading for a 12 yr old girl, and an 11 yr old boy. Ha! Animation! (#bal) #
RT@hitRECordJoe: RT@ronen "Why are all the 500DaysOfSummer "promo" videos 'exclusive' & un-sharable?Excellent question Still awesome though. #
I really think that it is so wonderful that @daniellecasting answers #actors' questions on twitter ( I don't know her,this isn't a plug!) #
@fredfrazier I hear ya — well, more will come and not pro bono! in reply to fredfrazier #
My dream: Get as many #actors on Twitter as we all can. Imagine, if we could mobilize: Take signatures to the Studios, to Congress. PLS RT #
Dream continued: If we all could connect, and pass info, then we could get a global philosophy going~~> #acting has value, is important. #
Dream continued~We could set up systems for #actors, where they could break into the industry, here in LA. And NY! It is possible. #
Please ask your #actor friends and anyone who is considering #acting as a career to join Twitter. (#actors–Pls RT) #
Responding 2@Beautifulone20_ can you submit to CD's and Agencies in LA even if you havent made the permanent move yet? Specifics pls..? #
~~@Beautifulone20~~It depends, but mostly NO. Many LA #actors have a hard enouff time getting their agents to pay att to them! Agents don't> #
~~@Beautifulone2 –like to take on anyone who isn't living here. Solid. Submissions can take long time. Signing an #actor is an investment. #
~~@Beautifulone2 One thing tho, if you have a magnificent professional reel on DVD + are moving here soon, send it out and follow up, sure. #
@colemanphoto @ispookhorses @brookebaumer @latinjazzmecca Thank you very much for the ReTweets! I do appreciate that! #
@philseneker @wilsondutcher @A_andF @CKCofer Thanks to the RT's to you tooooo….Gratitude…Good karma… #
And then there's @kate919 and @cmcanoy Thank you too, and nice to see your little avatar faces… #
WOW, huh? —>>>>>>>>RT @lisaling: is appreciating life in such a profound way right now. #
@Beautifulone20 No prob! I learned about what I told u the hard way. I used to come to LA for "pilot season" fr NY. in reply to Beautifulone20 #
If 1000 of my followers (2100+ followers) got 3 actors to join Twitter. Then those each got 1more #actor on, could really swing into action. #
I've got #actors from all over the world that contact me thru my blog. Telling me all kinds of stuff. I'd like to start here, in LA. #
5000 #Actor signatures is strong e.g.on petition to networks to audition some ' unknowns' w o agent.Or 2big talent agencies-2rep fresh.. #
Anyway, enough said. Going to exercise. We can be a voice and a strength. We need just some more #actor people… #
From the start of my blog ~~~ I 've always said: #Acting (life) doesn't have to be as hard as it is. Awareness. Connection,communication. #
…And "breaking into acting" -really now–that just doesn't have to be impossible. Nor should it be. For most #actors, in LA, it IS. #
@CarolineTimm oh boy–next time you haveta lemme know…will meet up w you there.. in reply to CarolineTimm #
@Ali_Star Look–It is hard to explain in 140 or less! I am smart enough to know that there is a way, a decent way, to work w i the system. in reply to Ali_Star #
@Ali_Star I do think that change can be achieved and yes I have been thinking about it for a long time. We can talk it over some othertime. #
I hate to admit it , but I have to go. I want to watch a show online! Maybe will be back later… #
My Daily Twittascope – It's not time yet to set off on your own, even if you can see distinct advantages now to wor… http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
Answer 2 ques@geralgm=I 'used to b' a PROFESSIONAL ACTRESS. U can see videos at my blog–>bio-tv-films<–at http://hollywoodactorprep.com #
@kevinashworth Thanks for the Retweet, Kevin. :) #
@vdovault Got your article from USA Today in my email. I took lower half and used it in a blog post. In both halves, they sound contradict-y in reply to vdovault #
@RetiredTeacherD I thank you so much for ReTweeting my message to #Actors!
Grateful… #
RT @culturemonster: Los Angeles County gives out arts grants totaling $4.42 million http://bit.ly/14lHQQ #
@mayhemstudios How quick and smart is @andysowards, huh? Great blog too–sheesh! in reply to mayhemstudios #
RT @cnn: BREAKING NEWS: John Hughes, who directed films including 'The Breakfast Club,' died from a heart attack in New York. #
@NotoriACE break-a-leg. (#bal) #
@mayhemstudios I happen to like chopped liver, if it is done w "artistry" –ahem– and appreciate pate… in reply to mayhemstudios #
Went to pick up child at the beach. Parked car, walked to sand edge. Walked on sand barefoot. Got back in car and drove home without shoes. #
@mayhemstudios ;} in reply to mayhemstudios #
@vdovault I agree, pilots don't sound fresh or original. I don't think the networks have learned a thing.–>http://hollywoodactorprep.com< in reply to vdovault #
@NotoriACE Where do you get all those little illustrations and things for your tweets? Never saw anything like that before… in reply to NotoriACE #
I haven't done that in almost a year, that I remember: 2blog posts in one day. The passing of Budd Schulberg and John Hughes. #
It seems the day goes by and I just don't get to the exercising portion of the schedule. 1 of my little dogs is getting chubby. uh oh. #
It's scary. John Hughes was only 59. #
RT @TimeInHollywood The time in Hollywood, CA, is 10:57:28 pm [Something a little wierd about this time-in-hollywood-thingy] #
AFTRA raised their Initiation Fee #
Listen to my audio tweet. http://tmic.fm/ou4g0p6hidd #
Testing 1-2! Testing 1-2…AUDIO tweets ?! ("Is this thing on??!) http://tmic.fm/ou4g0s5iuvo #
@lutlucky Saw that Richard Verrier article too +excerpted it on my blog at http://HollywoodActorprep.com. He really doesn't respect actors! #
SAG writes a letter to The Emmys. Aligning w/ the DGA, the WGA, the CableTV Networks, and primetime 'showrunners"—–http://tr.im/vXpq #
Look how insulting the journalist, Richard Verrier, is about the actors and SAG. http://ow.ly/joJq #
I broke a beginner rule of VoiceOver w my tweet this afternoon: listen… http://tmic.fm/ou4gxt22sb6 #
@mikedaviesjr No kidding that I should knw better-Haahaa, I Kn-Oo-ow!
Blamin it on a new piece of "equipment " called the iPhone, coughcough in reply to mikedaviesjr #
@AliciaLaraLA Ooh I love Pinkberry…I love the coconut flavor now, and the original. Yum–PS I will do a blog post on the AFTRA $ hike…k? in reply to AliciaLaraLA #
Basically, AFTRA is going up $300—initiation fee. #
@enocmarrero Recommend Sharon Chatten. Maybe is http://www.sharonchatten.com _ I used to study w her in NY, Ben Stiller rec'd her to me in reply to EnocMarrero #
Watch The Best Television Acting Scenes of the Year —->#Emmy Tech–Cool Widget + Flip Book ~ HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP ~ http://ow.ly/joS1 #
I am going out for a bit. Nice summer night…Later on…. #
NEW POST : TO EMMYS–SAG Makes A Stance For The Actors, Aligning With Much of Hollywood :: HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP :: http://ow.ly/joIK #
Watch The Best Television Acting Scenes of the Year —->#Emmy Tech–Cool Widget + Flip Book ~ HOLLYWOOD ACTOR PREP ~ http://ow.ly/joSf #
My Daily Twittascope – Just as it seems that your emotions are flowing more freely today, something happens that ca… http://bit.ly/2MbrXo #
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Reminder :: An Actor Is A Dignified Thing To Be

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 24th June 2009 in acting business

I thought that I would be able to blog throughout the LAFF, I do apologize.
…Just isn’t time.

I have quite a few informative posts, nearly ready to pub online; so next week should be a good time to look at Hollywood Actor Prep often. That’s a heads up.

For actors, the problems remain the same. I don’t forget this; as I watch more movies that I ever realized are made, each year. As I attend party after party, even with VIP access, or press advantages.

The different professional levels of actors create lives that are so extremely different: in earnings, in lifestyle, in objective regard from the world.

The three or four different categories of professional acting are so radically different; the general life experiences of them are planets apart.

Example:
I saw ‘Public Enemies’ last night and went to the after-party. I was downstairs, and I was upstairs. The downstairs area was enormous, and packed. The upstairs had a VIP
section, and a red rope that separated it from the Very-VIP section. I some spent time in all of them. [I can write about the party later.]

As I was about to leave, at the end of the evening…I saw a young guy, downstairs, who I met outside the actors panel last Sunday. I’ve met quite a few people, and he’s one I happen to bump into a bit more, here at the LA Film Fest.

Obviously, he had somehow wrangled his way into the party at the end. The security must’ve slackened a bit, because it was extremely tight on party-entry, and throughout.

This guy is handsome; a bit of a tinge of his own funky style. He seems bright. He’s been doggedly attending all the high level stuff, as far as intelligent offerings of the film fest.

He was resourceful enough to somehow get into the party. He and Johnny Depp, if placed side-by-side, would look like friends. Related, maybe.

More related, or connected, than anyone that I saw surrounding Johnny Depp upstairs. All the agents, and studio people, PR…

[Listen, I'm late, and I've got to get to a discussion group at the LAFF Lounge.]

Point is, real actors are a rare breed. And the contribution that actors make, and have always made, to our culture, and to every culture, every damn society…is just vital.

The art of acting, is immeasurable in terms of any value basis that we have.

And to those of us who are lucky enough to be actors; we experience an evolution of our own art form, inside ourselves that is so damn beautiful… That I do feel sorry that others don’t know that beauty inside, if they aren’t born to do it.

[I'm sure I'll edit this later. I am so pressed for time.]

To Johnny, your artistry and it’s ever-evolving, makes us all proud of the fact that we are artists. And it raises the bar. Often.

It keeps the art an art, in a business that would take it either way, and would easily distort or bastardize it. (And sometimes does. It can’t touch yours though.)

And to the other guy, in the specialness all your own, you probably will not read this, as I haven’t mentioned this blog. You don’t know this either: I am committed to making a diff in your life. And other actors like you.

Entry into the acting business remains too difficult; impossible actually, for the majority of beautifully talented people, passionate about their art form– of acting.

The professional actor, of low or middle range, thriving with talent, skill, and ability; has a tough time surviving in livlihood. Their families too.

I’ve said this before and I repeat again: Acting is a beautiful thing. An actor is a virtuous profession. It’s a valuable profession.

My mission is to make things better for actors, somehow, someway. We’ve got to get our society to jibe the respect for the profession. To support the profession, with respect, at all levels.

And we really need to create a way, for all the talent that can’t, to easily get in.

Best,
:~Dana

Please pass this respect around…

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SAG Actor Comment Comes Here From Disney Studios…?

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 29th May 2009 in SAG Strike + SAG Negotiations

Actor or NOT?

Got a comment from someone claiming to be an actor, yet it was sent from Disney Studios!!!

The comment was about the Rob Schneider video, that I posted here on Hollywood Actor Prep Blog, yesterday. The video is all about why actors should “vote NO” on the SAG Theatrical + TV Contract.

The commenter, who did not send his name with the comment, was opposed to what was said in the video.

He claims to be a SAG member on the “vote yes” side.

But, gee, so is Disney.

Here’s the proof…IP Address AND Whois Database Info…

ARIN WHOIS Database Search

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OrgName:    Disney Worldwide Services, Inc.
OrgID:      DWS
Address:    500 South Buena Vista Street
City:       Burbank
StateProv:  CA
PostalCode: 91521
Country:    US

NetRange:   204.128.192.0 - 204.128.192.255
CIDR:       204.128.192.0/24
NetName:    DISNEY-BUR5
NetHandle:  NET-204-128-192-0-1
Parent:     NET-204-0-0-0-0
NetType:    Direct Assignment
NameServer: HUEY.DISNEY.COM
NameServer: HUEY11.DISNEY.COM
Comment:
RegDate:    1995-02-06
Updated:    2006-09-07

RTechHandle: HOSTM216-ARIN
RTechName:   Hostmaster
RTechPhone:  +1-407-824-1939
RTechEmail:  hostmaster@disney.com 

OrgTechHandle: SNO35-ARIN
OrgTechName:   Noonan, Sam
OrgTechPhone:  +1-818-553-7549
OrgTechEmail:  sam.noonan@disney.com

# ARIN WHOIS database, last updated 2009-05-28 19:10
# Enter ? for additional hints on searching ARIN's WHOIS database.

Copyright © 1997-2007 American Registry for Internet Numbers. All Rights Reserved.

Here’s a copy of the comment by the supposed “actor”.

I get all comments submitted to the Hollywood Actor Prep Blog delivered into my email box, so that I can approve them. It’s a spam avoiding tool. That is why the WHOIS info is included along with the comment. Always.

I put XX’s instead of his email address, etc. To protect the sneaky. Who didn’t leave a name.

XX

to me

show details 9:06 AM (41 minutes ago)

Reply

New comment on your post #1413 “Actor and Funny Guy Rob Schneider, From A Movie Set :: Video”
Author : XX(IP: 204.128.192.3 , proxy-ce4.disney.com)
E-mail : XX
URL : http://
Whois : http://ws.arin.net/cgi-bin/whois.pl?queryinput=204.128.192.3

Comment:
Rob Schneider is a good actor and he has his point of view on all this and I applaud him for not calling Vote Yes people liars, traitors or idiots. But Rob is not a “journeyman actor”; he is quite successful and certainly in the league of several prominent Vote No actors. And Rob has some facts wrong.

The first one is the work slowdown. That was in effect long before the bottom dropped out of our economy,and it was because SAG had no contract as of June 2008. Sure, tax incentives are at issue as well, but the bulk of it is that studios don’t want to get stuck in production if a strike happens.

The second is the money for re-use on the internet. To present those numbers without context is very misleading. Right now, we get NOTHING AT ALL from new media. The new contract would give us TWICE THE DVD RATE as a start, AND we would have a look at the financial “books” to start finding out how big the pie actually is and therefore what we can negotiate for NEXT TIME. Also, per an AdWeek article, even Hulu, while bringing in money, is not making a huge profit. NO ONE HAS MADE THE NEW MEDIA BUSINESS MODEL WORK YET.

The writers went on strike and got the deal that was to be had. All other deals came from that template. It’s not satisfying nor does it lend itself to slogans, but that’s the reality.

I am an actor who just started working again after a long time in the “wilderness”, lucky enough to get a new agent in 2008, got my first TV job with the new agent in JUNE 2008, just in time for us not to have a union contract. I am VOTING YES for the best deal to be had at this moment, and there ARE good things in the deal. Anyone who tells you there’s nothing there is misleading you.

There is a big difference between “fair” and “gettable”. Right now, due in some measure to the poor negotiating skills of the previous negotiator, there is no better deal to be had. If we vote no, then what?? I keep asking that, and beyond having a strike, there is no credible viable answer to what happens next.

I’ll tell you what happens after VOTING YES. The work slowdown limbo can start to get improve. More new shows can go to SAG again. When the shows start filming in a couple of months, our pension and welfare fund will get money. And the raises will go into effect. And we will get SOMETHING rather than NOTHING from New Media, as well as jurisdiction over New Media. AND WE SHOULD BE LOOKING AT A MERGER WITH AFTRA and seriously looking at what we have to do and where we have to get to in alliances with WGA and DGA to get better deals in two years.

You can see all comments on this post here:
http://www.hollywoodactorprep.com/blog/2009/05/actor-and-funny-guy-rob-schneider-from-a-movie-set-video/#comments

Here’s my comment back …

[Removed the part where I called the commenter a 'wuss'. On May 30. I apologize for that. I do like it when people sign their names. Not obligatory.]

One brief thing:

Any actor who feels that they are not worth more than the pay on this contract…well, I feel sorry for you. I will continue to be certain, that the value of acting is far greater. And, that the reason that the big powerful Studios offered such a low deal, is because they are aware that there are people like you; I do believe they are using that awareness to their advantage, and playing with actors’ fear, insecurity, and powerlessness.

I also believe that the points of this SAG Contract are so difficult to understand: in legal terms, how our individual lives will be affected, and the obscure future of New Media.

Remember that “The Other Side” devised that agreement with the finest lawyers that all that money can buy. Whatever we don’t understand is exactly how much they absolutely do understand. It could be that the contract is deliberately obscure. Lawyers have certainly done that with contracts, before. And, look what that lack of understanding, and the pressure related to it, is doing to “us”–actors–as a group.

But you, actually, may be ”The Other Side”. I’ve been told that during the Writer’s Strike, the Studios hired people to comb the internet and comment on all oppositional blogs. Hm. Glad Hollywood Actor Prep made your list.

Fear doesn’t stop me, not always. (Hey, I was an actor; you need to know how to move forward through fear, to succeed.)

Since I believe so strongly in PAYING ACTORS and COMMENSURATE WITH THEIR VALUE, I am speaking out. This #SAG Contract is so far from anywhere near what actors deserve. It’s egregious.

I think you make one ongoing mistake. You stick to a stereotype about actors, and that may be your Achilles Heel here.

Actors aren’t stupid. Not this one, anyway. Not all of those that showed up at the Hollywood Information Meeting and surprised the heck out of you, by being a VOTE NO majority.

Brother, did you then roll out the PR!

You rustled up Tom Hanks to do a video. (I’ll discuss that later.)

This comment that was sent to Hollywood Actor Prep Blog may be part of your retaliation, too.

I’ll never know, perhaps; you didn’t sign a name.

However, if you really are a SAG actor, and you really did “vote yes” to ratify this debasing contract…You are entitled to your opinion, we can still be civil.

I’ll wave to you, as you pass by on a bus, enroute to your auditions. (Because you will not be able to afford a car.)

Most likely, you won’t be able to afford to be an actor. That is, if this Contract does get ratified.

…Unless you are a trust fund baby. Or, since the comment came from Disney, I suggest you do not give up your day job at Disney…

Actors are going to have the toughest time surviving, and getting union work, than you (obviously) can comprehend, or imagine. If this SAG Contract is voted ‘yes’.

…Or…

Maybe you really are a Disney exec.

In that case, you will be driving your Jaguar, and laughing all the way to the bank.

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Is This A Real Talent Agent’s Email? CAA?

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 23rd April 2009 in Minding Your Business of Acting

This CAA Talent Agent email was supposedly sent to his or her actor clients; intended for the actors that this agent represents.

It made its way around the Hollywood internet, in typical viral email style.

Is it a real agent’s letter, or faux?

It looks pretty darn good, as you can read for yourself.

Questions are:

If it is a fake, then there should be some evidence as to what gives that away, in the content, right?

More important, if someone sent out a fake viral email, they would probably have a purpose in doing so, right?

(Maybe, maybe not…but it would seem so. Even a joke or parody has an intention, even if it is to get a laugh…)

Of course, we are all so ‘internet-scam-suspicious’; that we all question authenticity of what shows up online. But, since CAA is a star-player, as far as talent agencies go, here in Hollywood; there’s a good chance this thing was passed from e-mailbox to e-mailbox, just because it was an insider email from CAA.

Depending on how long you have been following this Hollywood Actor Prep Blog, and how well you have been absorbing my invaluable parcels of actor-wisdom, will determine your ability to decipher the validity of this email. (Uh-huh.)

So, I’ll reprint it for you to judge. You can either leave comments here, if you wish to leave your opinion about whether it’s real or not. And why you think so. [Click on 'No Comments' at the end of this post, to leave a comment...]

You can also leave your response on Twitter. (My twitter name is __dana__ (link) in case you don’t follow me there. Please put the ‘@’ sign before my name, if you do use twitter (link) for this, so I will receive your tweet.)

In a few days, I will publish my opinion, and why…

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) in Century City

Here’s The (Ostensible) CAA Agent Email, Sent To Represented Actor Clients:

Dear Clients,

I wanted to take a moment and give you a number of important updates.

Before I begin, however, I wish to tell you all that I am so very proud of you all for your dogged determination during these most difficult times. Hollywood is being challenged on multiple fronts – labor uncertainty, paradigm shifting and the great recession.

I know a lot of you are getting antsy to get out more, and frankly many of you are in a tight financial pinch; as such, I wanted to describe to you all the current climate in LA and the factors influencing the
current environment.

1. SAG STALEMATE: Since the SAG contract expired on June 30, 2008, there have been few to no STUDIO feature films (this does not include companies such as Lionsgate and the Weinstein Company that are not in AMPTP and as such have completion agreements). Some analysts say there are up to 200 feature films on hold. Around September, we started to see a mass movement of film actors to TV projects. Many of my “name” actors have done one-day guest stars (this is very typical right now), and we are seeing a number of Guest Star level actors doing CO-STAR roles. Remember from November of 2007 to March of 2008, due to the Writers Strike, again there were no feature films shot. So for the film actor, there has only been 4 months of work in the last 17 months.

THE BOTTOM LINE: Due to the lack of studio feature film production, BOTH film and TV actors are now competing for a limited number of jobs in the episodic and pilot environments.

2. PILOT SEASON: During the Writer¹s Strike of 2007-2008, Studios adapted and used the void to eliminate pilot season as we know it. Gone are the days of hundreds of pilots. In fact, this year, there are only 67 pilots to have registered for production of which only about 35 have been greenlit for production.

And this year, due again to a sagging economy, studios and networks believe that by committing named stars to their projects, they will receive more money from this year’s upfronts from ad agencies. They are banking on star power to leverage better buys at the all important UPFRONTS. So, stars and pop-stars like Richard Dreyfuss, Chevy Chase, Brittany Snow, Elle McPherson, Rebecca Romijn, Ashley Simpson, Scott Caan, Skeet Ulrich, and proven TV talents like Kelsey Grammar, Eric McCormick, John McGinley, Joel McHale, Jenna Elfman, Donald Faison, Maura Tierney, Peter Krauss, Craig T. Nelson, Dax Shepherd, etc. You do the math — 37 pilots, top stars being sought.

BOTTOM LINE: The conflagration of the economy and a lack of roles being cast, means that this pilot season may be even more competitive than the concurrent regular TV market right now. So those of you who have gotten auditions for series regulars, feel great about that!

3. TV: While TV has been steady, again due to the conflagration of film and named actors doing guest starring roles, we have seen a horrible trickle down. Many Guest Stars are now doing Co-stars and Co-stars/Developmental Actors (those with less than 5 primetime credits) frankly are not getting seen much. One CD recently told me that she had over 25 women who would be considered working actors going for a co-star role.

BOTTOM LINE: Again, due to the abundance of name and working actors, many less-developed actors are not even being seen right now.

4. ECONOMIC IMPACT I THE EROSION OF QUOTES/RATES: There are really three major impacts to actors during this economic crunch. First, we are seeing the erosion of quotes. Due to the availability of so many talented actors, CDs and Producers are in the driver¹s seat in negotiations. When they say, “Well, we got someone else who will do it for less,” they ain’t kidding. I have spoken to a number of my peers who have confirmed this erosion of pay for actors. In short, right now, quotes are eroding and for many, the minimum has become the maximum pay.

5. ECONOMIC IMPACT II THE CONCLUSION OF SAG STALEMATE: Many are hoping that with the end of this stalemate, Hollywood will get back to normal. I have to say that I am not one who necessarily believes this. First off, due to the economic conditions, most studios have lost their millions of dollars from hedge funds; and European, Asian and Middle Eastern money has dried up. Even Steven Spielberg has had to beg, borrow and steal to get his company financed. And it wasn’t anywhere near what he originally asked for. I believe that, even after the SAG stalemate is over, there is probably not enough money for 50 Studio Feature Films to be done right out of the gate.

BOTTOM LINE: While this will help us move towards normalcy, it will not be the cash cow some people think it will be. One side note is that I expect that more formulaic projects will be down out the gate as studios will be less likely to take significant risks since most of these projects will be financed by both the studio and their investors. In short, you will see more Iron Mans, animation and SAWs; they are
money in the bank when you factor in ratios, etc.

6. ECONOMIC IMPACT III OVERALL STATEMENT OF ENVIRONMENT: It is important that everyone follow the economic conditions closely. I know it is easy to be skeptical over the studios, networks, cablers, production houses, show runners, etc, losing money, but it is a cold-hard fact right now. These entities are truly in a difficult spot. If you have read much lately, there have been dramatic cutbacks at every studio and network, from firings to asking show runners to cut between 2%-7% of their budgets (not to mention the 25+% cutback shows like the Sarah Silverman were asked to swallow recently). Furthermore, these networks and studios are largely owned by conglomerates that have lost in the billions over the last 6 months. When I attended NATPE in January, all the talk was how to get “thinner.” Everything is getting tight. Budgets, Marketing, Staffing, etc., and this will undoubtedly impact the actor. Also, the foreign sales market (where much of the TV and Film money is made) is being hit hard by the erosion of the US Dollar. So these entities are not able to recoup the costs they were
in better days by the one-time explosion of the foreign markets.

BOTTOM LINE: The economic conditions are forcing the industry to be as “thin” as possible.

7. COMMERCIALS INDUSTRY AND ECONOMIC IMPACTS: One analyst said last year, that 2008 was the worst commercial market since maybe 1974. I would not argue with this. Think about it: three of the top products/services for ad agencies are banks, cars and other financial services all of which were struck down in 2008/early 2009 by this recession. This was confirmed when news struck that even the Super Bowl did not sell out advertising this year. The good news is that the advertising industry tends to be one of the first ones to be negatively impacted by a recession, but one of the first to grow as the recession moves to an end as advertisers of products want to start accumulating market share before the turn of the economy. Another impact relates to the overall conditions of the TV/FILM/PILOT situation. Many strong actors have made enough money on TV/FILM, etc so that they have not had to do commercials in years. Due to the last few years and the lack of work, many top actors are now back in the commercial market; thus again, causing a logjam in casting.

BOTTOM LINE: The economic slowdown has caused a dramatic decrease in ad sales and the lack of work has caused more actors to re-enter the commercial market.

THE GOOD NEWS!!

Okay, so that is where we are today. You know me; I try to always call it straight as I see it. So, I am not going to sugar-coat this either. I anticipate that 2009 will be a tough year overall for actors (and
agencies). First off, the economy will not likely get straightened out until at least the 3rd to 4th quarter of this year and so all the factors above will remain in place through most, if not all, of 2009.

Secondly, until the labor situation gets straightened out, we will not be seeing dramatic amounts of film production and this seems to be dragging along as well. (As we enter the 8th month of the stalemate, it was announced today that SAG is thinking now about taking AMPTP to court for anti-trust violations.) But again, even if it was finalized, there is not enough investor money to see the film production level normalize and increase for most, if not all, of 2009. Also, since movies cost around $40 for two (tickets, popcorn, etc), this is not a recession-proof field anymore.

During our last significant recession, there were few choices for guilty pleasures to get away from the stress of our times so many people flocked to the theatres. NOT SO THESE DAYS, one can go to the web, TV, cable (not around in 1974, 1982, 1988 much), Video Games, Netflix, RedBox (movie for $1). So studios are probably not in any big rush to make films as people cannot afford this once-cheap diversion better to divert for a few bucks to all the many other sources of guilty pleasures.

OKAY, so that didn’t sound like good news.

The good news is that there are some paradigm shifts occurring that make 2010-2012 look like it might be one of the most prolific times in Hollywood history. Due to technological developments, there are more platforms being developed than ever. The internet is driving millions of new viewers each year.

Zillion is going to transform the way we view advertising. For those who don¹t know, it has recently been unveiled by the maker of Real Player and the “mouse.” It is a system that makes you watch ads before downloading movies (they already have 14,000 titles ready for download), TV, other forms of entertainment to your TV screen. However, the consumer can choose the products they want to see (let’s say you go retail clothing and watch a Macy’s ad and love the jacket; you can immediately click on the ad/jacket and go directly to their website, where you can buy it). Also, you earn points by watching the commercials that you can use towards purchases.

Furthermore, SONY and others are now selling TVs that wirelessly connect to your computer, so you can download TV/FILMS at anytime from your computer (websites like Hula, Netflix, etc) directly to
your TV. In short, technology is making more platforms which will require more content than ever. Also, Cablers are all embracing doing scripted shows, some have up to 5 shows this year — again, more content is needed and thus MORE ACTORS!

BOTTOM LINE: More platforms = more content = more actors! So as long as SAG/AFTRA can protect your rates and jurisdictional issues, there will be more good compensated work than ever in Hollywood by 2010-2012.

Won’t you email a copy of this to your friends? Let’s see what they think, too. [Use 'Share/Save' button below.]

Of course, I have already made my decision. I’m just not telling yet….!

Enjoy!

;~Dana

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Elmo Says: “This Is Acting, Ricky Gervais!” :: Video

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 12th March 2009 in Funny Stuff

Actors Ricky Gervais and Elmo Discuss Comedy, Acting, And Working For Free

Enjoy!

;-Dana

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Oscar Winners List :: 2009 Academy Awards

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 24th February 2009 in Hollywood Actor Prep Cheat Sheet, awards

And, photos of the Oscar winning actors, in their memorable performances…

Academy Award Winners 2009

Best Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
Actress: Kate Winslet, The Reader
Actor: Sean Penn, Milk
Supporting Actress: Penelope Cruz, Vicky Cristina Barcelona
Supporting Actor: Heath Ledger, The Dark Knight
Director: Danny Boyle, Slumdog Millionaire
Original Screenplay: Dustin Lance Black, Milk
Adapted Screenplay: Simon Beaufoy, Slumdog Millionaire
Original Score: A.R. Rahman, Slumdog Millionaire
Animated Film: WALL-E
Short Animated Film: La Maison En Petite Cubes
Art Direction: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Costume Design: The Duchess
Makeup: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Cinematography: Slumdog Millionaire
Live Action Short Film: Spielzeugland (Toyland)
Original Song: A.R. Rahman and Gulzar, Jai Ho from Slumdog Millionaire
Documentary: Man on Wire
Documentary, Short Subjects: Smile Pinki
Visual Effects: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Sound Editing: The Dark Knight
Sound Mixing: Slumdog Millionaire
Film Editing: Slumdog Millionaire

Foreign Film: Departures (Japan)

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A Holiday Thank You!

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 25th December 2008 in Personal Notes from Dana Kaminski, Uncategorized

I thank all of you, each and every one.
This community, at Hollywood Actor Prep, is such a creative, wonderful group of people. You.

What a wonderful gift!

…This is how it all went, this year: without a whole lot of web expertise… I started a site. I had a simple little reason: I was tired of the acting profession being so hard for people to enter, “to do”. I knew there were so many people, young especially, but of all ages, and all types and all kinds; that had a real true passion for acting.

Yet, the mysteries of “the industry” and of “the acting business”, and the sheer lack of a “standard system” to enter the business; made it almost impossible to follow that passion. To navigate the acting profession. For any person to do so, is considered, almost illogical!

A profession that I consider quite dignified; one that contributes, to a great degree to the culture. One that reflects the culture. Certainly, a profession that has always been an art form, and that constantly evolves as such. It’s also a profession that the rest of the world looks up at, with awe.

Yet, notoriously, it remains amongst the most difficult.

And even though I may not be in “the business”, at this juncture, I still have a passion for acting. And, years and years of good, seasoned experience. I know that acting is an elegant, raw, and magnificent art. And, that it can be difficult to do well. And how to get through that, and do it well, in spite of the difficulty.

There’s an extra secret, that some of you already know. Acting ability is something that can grow throughout life. Evolve. It is that, which makes it an art, and makes it very interesting, and exciting. It is a profoundly true gift, to those who experience it. It is a dimension of living, that cannot be explained, to those who do not have the experience.

I get to share that passion, that excitement, here to you, and you share it back. In a marvelous, abundant wave, throughout this Hollywood Actor Prep community…because of the connecting power of the internet.

I hope you are ready for the coming year: To make big changes in your acting ability and to make some real ‘forward motion’ in your acting career.

If you aren’t ready…well, you have a few more days until the New Year… so step it up, now…(And don’t gripe that I didn’t give you some fair warning!)

I’ve been talking this around town (in some of the highest offices), and I know that if we keep on with this community, and keep on sharing the word….This year, we can absolutely make some very big changes in the industry, and in the way that actors can “break into” and stay in, the business.

What was just an idea, at the start; is really becoming something great, and solid. Wow.

One more thing: When I first began this blog, I hadn’t an inkling that SAG would become a national news item…that the Hollywood movie studios and SAG would engage in such a time-has-come struggle. I had no idea that there would even be a strike discussed, or that any issue concerning professional actors would arise, in the public arena! This is actually a great “cosmic spotlight”, a serious blessed time, for actors. It puts the acting profession, and its value, in the forefront.

I send waves of joy, gratitude, recognition, and solid positivity; throughout this Hollywood Actor Prep community…To you and yours, this Holiday Season!

May that wave continue around and through the world, to each and every one of you. May the support and blessings that you have gifted to me, swiftly reach back to you, at this time. May this beauty reverberate to your friends and family, and continue.

I thank you, with love, for joining into my community, from the very beginning…For that, you will forever own some real estate, inside my heart…

I thank you for such an auspicious start!

Best,

:Dana

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My Acting Blog… An Unexpected Stage, Due To Fate…

Posted by Dana Kaminski on 28th November 2008 in SAG Strike + SAG Negotiations

For My Readers, My Community…

When I started this blog, I had no idea that such a political and dire situation would confront actors.

I had not even an inkling, that there would be such a dramatic situation..Let alone that I would be in a position where I would have, already, a communication link with the population (actors) that it would concern.

Right now, that’s the way it is. (And stuck with it or not, here we are, and so this community will deal with it by the same methods that this blog was planned: advising, educating, supporting… Actors.)

The Screen Actors Guild is involved in a struggle that, they believe, is going to make-or-break the career of acting. Forever. Really.

When I scrutinized the facts, I see their point. Clearly.

And, because I believe in the arts, and I believe that the arts are integral to our culture, and because they are the measurement of which all cultures are apprised; I value the arts. I also value the arts, because I am an artistic/creative person, and the arts are my identity.

I also believe in the arts, because I think cultures need their arts, psychologically, to stay healthy as a society. I regard the arts as necessary, also, I don’t regard them as frivolous, or “extra”. I believe they have an integral function, and purpose, in society. All species work, to survive and thrive; but the arts are a manifestation of what makes humans a higher species.

And they make life, really “living”.

I believe acting is an art form. I’ve said that many times, in my blog posts.

It’s one of my missions, here, to revere acting as an art form, to “frame” that aspect of it; which therefore, participates in its continuation, that aspect. To share this passion, amongst a (niche) social group, that also believes the same; is one of the purposes and functions of this blog.

Alan Rosenberg, SAG President

Sure, I could ignore this whole “hurricane” going on, within the Los Angeles, within it’s one factory …in this one-factory town.

I could just simply stick to what I was doing and will continue to do here:

giving tips about how to really conduct yourself as an actor, as a professional

navigating the acting business, and “the industry”

teaching all about the acting business that you don’t learn in acting classes

showing great acting performances, and actors with skills, and discussing why

sharing experiences that became lessons for me, so you don’t waste your own time

busting myths about the acting profession

supporting your actor journey–which can be, at times, difficult

and just writing general and specific stuff that will assist you in your career.

The problem is, that SAG thinks, soon, there won’t be acting careers. At all. The acting profession is on the chopping block.

That’s why, it is so very important. In determining our cultural future, and… Because acting is what this blog is about. That’s why I write it, and that’s why you found it, and even subscribe. Or come back.

Whether aware of it, or not: “business” may just be strong-arming the actor, right out of our culture. ( Simply, because business seems to act on solely what is advantageous, for business. Above all. That’s why there is that saying: “Business is business”.)

There’s a bias in the press, which influences the public. Creates more adversarial pressure. (See my upcoming LA Times post.)

I feel a certain responsiblity, because I am an artistic/creative type, and we just feel a natural calling, when there is some kind of underdog getting trampled, or someone weaker needing support. It’s somehow part of the “artistic temperament”. And, it’s not someone else, it is us.

As I research, I see more and more that the public doesn’t have any clear idea about what this whole SAG/AMPTP thing is all about, and frankly, neither do actors.

And, if there is a time to be in-the-know, it is now. I urge you all to participate…

Are you aware who the adversary, to SAG is, in this? It is the movie studios, and the people who run them, it is all the people who hire actors, for work.

And the thing that businessmen/bosses, in this, take for granted (which is the same thing that the rrest ofthe worldis enamored with–“acting”)…will be gone. Gone. I don’t even know if they realize it…

Most actors, the ones that do know what’s happening, are afraid to speak out. And, viably so. It’s a very “touchy” situation.

I believe that fear was what motivated the civil strife within SAG–so many actors just wanted not to stir up any dust…Getting work, as an actor, feels impossible enough, so much of the time. To create animosity just felt like suicide, to some of them…And, as Hollywood Actors, we are all just, robotically, kissing butt. It’s just how it’s always been done.

Problem is, it may be that if there is no speaking up, it is going to become impossible to have a career as an actor. Impossible.

Extinction.

Of the art form. Of the profession.

And if actors don’t speak up now, there will never be any respect. At all.

Am I scared? Yeah…

I am not so comfortable sticking my neck out, especially because I simply could play it safe… just write about how to do an audition properly, etc. (Because nobody sticks their neck out here…oh yeah, right, I know, they do for “liberal” and “political” causes, but not for internal wrongs. No one speaks up, to powers-that-be.)

I am, seriously, afraid for the future of acting, too. And for those who are born, as actors. Whatever will they do? If there is no pay, or no real way to survive, if an actor?

In the least, I need to help get all the information out. Make it readily available, and understandable. Here, and elsewhere.

I will continue to investigate more… the validity and the facts, and the stance, on both sides. I will present them both, to you.

So I hope you will forgive me for veering a little off, by covering the SAG conflict, for a little while….or if this reads like abstract, theoretical meandering to you… I promise not to let this SAG stuff take over, the focus or content, here, at Hollywood Actor Prep.

And if there is an Actors Strike, I hope it is short-lived. Or not at all…with enough strength, knowledge, goodness, and cohesion; on our side.

Thanks.

…And if you didn’t get a Thanksgiving message from me,

I want you to know, that from the bottom of my heart, I am so very grateful for you, and for you being a partof, and coming back to… my blog.

I give my thanks, to you.

;-Dana

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A Personal Happy New Year To All The Actors And Readers

…Of Hollywood Actor Prep!

Here’s my New Year’s Card for you…

My very best,

;~Dana

Just After I Saw DeNiro In ‘Everybody’s Fine’; Outside The Theater, I Met Michael Cera

Each Movie Has A Publicist, So Has ‘Youth In Revolt’

Still, Michael Cera Playing Two Different Characters? Zing! Go My Chimes…

Graumann’s Chinese Theater…Movie Photo Shoot…

Basically, The Academy Of Television Arts And Sciences Announced This Week…

If You Do Doubt The Power Of The Creatives In This Industry, Read On…

But the Accidents-Just-Waiting-To-Happen weren’t what upset so much of Hollywood’s creatives.

Whether Intentional Or Not, It Looked Like The Real Quality Shows

That Happen To Come From Cable TV Networks, and That Usually Win Emmys

So the Cable Television Networks complained.

The Directors Guild complained.

The Writers Guild Complained.

SAG Complained for the Actors.

And the TV Showrunners, who are the often the people who created these shows…

Some people reduced it down to money vs art.

The Primetime Emmys Will Be About Quality Television.

Here’s Some Industry Press Coverage …

Here’s the fun one, from Movieline:

The Movie Had No Name Then.

“It’s Complicated” With Actors: Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, Steve Martin, John Krasinski, Lake Bell, Zoe Kazan, Rita WIlson…

Producer, Director, Writer Nancy Meyers Got Me Into SAG

Meantime, Here’s Another Actors Photo From This Movie, “It’s Confusing”…

Actor or NOT?

ARIN WHOIS Database Search

Here’s a copy of the comment by the supposed “actor”.

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Here’s my comment back …

Here’s The (Ostensible) CAA Agent Email, Sent To Represented Actor Clients:

Actors Ricky Gervais and Elmo Discuss Comedy, Acting, And Working For Free

And, photos of the Oscar winning actors, in their memorable performances…

Academy Award Winners 2009

Best Picture: Slumdog Millionaire

Actress: Kate Winslet, The Reader

Actor: Sean Penn, Milk

Supporting Actress: Penelope Cruz, Vicky Cristina Barcelona

Supporting Actor: Heath Ledger, The Dark Knight

Director: Danny Boyle, Slumdog Millionaire

Original Screenplay: Dustin Lance Black, Milk

Adapted Screenplay: Simon Beaufoy, Slumdog Millionaire

Original Score: A.R. Rahman, Slumdog Millionaire

Animated Film: WALL-E

Short Animated Film: La Maison En Petite Cubes

Art Direction: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Costume Design: The Duchess

Makeup: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Cinematography: Slumdog Millionaire

Live Action Short Film: Spielzeugland (Toyland)

Original Song: A.R. Rahman and Gulzar, Jai Ho from Slumdog Millionaire

Documentary: Man on Wire

Documentary, Short Subjects: Smile Pinki

Visual Effects: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Sound Editing: The Dark Knight

Sound Mixing: Slumdog Millionaire

Film Editing: Slumdog Millionaire

Foreign Film: Departures (Japan)

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