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Sony Pictures Entertainment will be shooting a remake of the music-themed 1976 film "Sparkle" inspired by the story of The Supremes. The extras casting director needs to hire over 3,000 background actors to work on the film in the Detroit, Michigan area this Fall, 2011. All ages and types are needed, no experience is necessary, this is fully paid employment, and there no fees to apply or work on the film. Columbia TriStar Pictures will distribute.
"Sparkle" stars the beautiful and talented singer-songwriter, model and actress Jordin Sparks. Jordin stars in the lead role of the youngest daughter of three, a music prodigy named Sparkle Williams, and her struggle to become a star while overcoming issues that are tearing her family apart. Whitney Houston will play the not-so encouraging mother of Sparks' character. Mike Epps will play a wealthy comedian named Satin, who woes one of the sisters into a drug filled abusive relationship.
Two-time Image Award nominee Salim Akil will direct from a screenplay written by his beautiful and talented wife, BET Comedy Award winning producer/writer/actress Mara Brock Akil. Salim Akil's directing credits include the recent TriStar comedy feature film "Jumping the Broom" (which Mike Epps also acted in), 13 episodes of the Primetime Emmy nominated series "Girlfriends," and 52 episodes of the popular TV series "The Game". Mara Brock Akil is creator, executive producer, and head writer of "The Game" which will begin it's fifth season in 2012. Mara was also consulting producer on the Golden Globe nominated series "Cougar Town," executive producer and writer of "Girlfriends," supervising producer of "The Jamie Foxx Show," and producer of the series "Moesha" among others. Salim and Mara Akil will also produce "Sparkle".
Registration information for extras and details on how talent can submit for acting roles can be found on the following casting post:
Sony Pictures Casting Call for "Sparkle" Extras
http://www.examiner.com/acting-auditions-in-los-angeles/sony-pictures-extras-casting-call-for-sparkle-starring-jordin-sparksSony Pictures Entertainment will be shooting a remake of the music-themed 1976 film... more
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Sony Pictures extras casting call for 'Sparkle' starring Jordin Sparks
Sony Pictures Entertainment will be shooting a remake of the music-themed 1976 film "Sparkle" inspired by the story of The Supremes. The extras casting director needs to hire over 3,000 background actors to work on the film in the Detroit, Michigan area this Fall, 2011. All ages and types are needed, no experience is necessary, this is fully paid employment, and there no fees to apply or work on the film. Columbia TriStar Pictures will distribute.
Details Here:
Sony Pictures Casting Call for "Sparkle" Extras
http://www.extra-casting.com/2011/09/sony-pictures-extras-casting-call-for.htmlSony Pictures extras casting call for 'Sparkle' starring Jordin Sparks... more
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Jumping the Broom, a project with Sony Pictures, drew an impressive parade of Hollywood stars and other dignitaries to Dallas’ NorthPark AMC Theater. The special preview was followed by Easter service at The Potter’s House Church on Sunday, April 24.
Debuting in theaters on May 6, 2011, Jumping the Broom is a light-hearted movie showing the clash of two families from different backgrounds during a weekend wedding. With wit and wisdom, Jumping the Broom explores the cultural and spiritual challenges of abstinence, motherhood, family, and relationships alongside themes such as forgiveness, family secrets, and misperceptions. The remarkable cast includes Angela Bassett, Loretta Devine, Julie Bowen, Paula Patton, Laz Alonso, Mike Epps, Tasha Smith, Gary Dourdan, Valarie Pettiford, Vera Cudjoe, Megan Good, Romeo Miller, DeRay Davis, and Pooch Hall—many of whom attended the Dallas event. Bassett and Patton were also joined by their celebrity spouses, actor Courtney B. Vance and R&B heartthrob Robin Thicke.
“The entire weekend is meant to send a message,” Jakes said to media from more than 50 outlets across the nation. “It’s a new day for diversity in filmmaking and for growth of the Dallas-based film market. So while the Los Angeles premiere comes next week, the real celebration is here with my city, friends, and The Potter’s House congregation.”
For its part, the City of Dallas named Saturday, April 23, 2011 “T.D. Jakes/Jumping the Broom Day.”
Columbia Pictures Vice President of Production DeVon Franklin also attended weekend festivities. ”To call this Easter celebration weekend amazing is an understatement,” he said. These moments with Bishop Jakes and The Potter’s House—emotional and soul-stirring—underline how much we value our partnership with him and TDJE. He is not only a dynamic producer but also incredibly gifted at bringing the themes of our films to life!”
Oscar-nominated actress Angela Bassett, who plays the mother of the bride in Jumping the Broom, spoke glowingly of working with Jakes. “I’ve enjoyed T.D. Jakes, his message and his wisdom for many, many years,” she said in an interview. ”The chance to work with him on this film and on a script with a message common to every person—the desire for intimacy with our loved ones—hooked me from the start.”
Following the screening, Washington Post reporter Sally Quinn moderated a lively and insightful Q&A with the cast and creative team that brought the film to life, including T.D. Jakes, Tracey E. Edmonds, Curtis Wallace, Elizabeth Hunter, and Glendon Palmer.
Edmonds, the seasoned Hollywood producer who partnered with Jakes on the project, echoed the night’s enthusiasm. Noting the film’s broad appeal and universal themes, Edmonds, Jakes, and others wished aloud for audiences of every ethnic, socio-economic, and cultural background to find themselves in the movie and relate to its messages about love and relationships. “We set out to do a positive, uplifting film,” she said. “In recent history, a lot of African-American stories have been a little ‘darker.’ We wanted to portray Black love with the message that African-American men love their women.”
On Sunday, the Easter Service at The Potter’s House Church of Dallas, seating nearly 10,000, treated cast, crew and other dignitaries to a spectacular illustration of the Resurrection story. A private post-service brunch for invited guests and their families recreated the wedding dinner scene from Jumping the Broom, followed by an Easter egg hunt, bunny rabbits, and horse-and-carriage rides.
Other celebrities at the festivities included Gospel superstars Kirk Franklin and Fred Hammond; Meet The Browns’ David and Tamela Mann; NFL greats Emmitt Smith, Deion Sanders, and Michael Irvin; and fitness gurus Donna Richardson Joyner and Jeanette Jenkins. The day ended on a high note with a rousing performance from soulful songstress Ledisi.
BlackActors.net
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Pastor, entrepreneur and author T.D. Jakes on The Black List Vol 2. For more head to http://blacklistproject.comPastor, entrepreneur and author T.D. Jakes on The Black List Vol 2. For more head to... more
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