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Casting SAG actors and actresses for new crime thriller ages 20-50



Casting no. 73047  -  All regions, USA
Casting complete: Applications now closed.

SAG actors with strong credits only, this is a character driven script based on real people

Casting call for the Foreign connection. We will be filming in South Africa.

Synopsis:
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Vladimir Ivanov, a Russian boxer turned cocaine smuggler has relocated to South Africa. While trying to protect his sister Natalia, a former ballet dancer from the world of organized crime, his narcotics dealings with several high profile members of the Capetonian community are jeopardized by his biggest nemesis, the Chinese mob. Also on the heels of Vladimir and his crew, is the religious but highly devoted and doggedly determined crime intelligence officer, Detective Khumalo. When Vladimir hires an unpredictable, dangerous ex policeman to knock off notorious night club owner David Mabaso, things take a turn for the worst and Vladimir and his crew find themselves being pursued by more than one enemy.

Please note: The casting requirements are very specific. You should only apply if you meet all the criteria below. Do not resubmit. No models, no stuntmen, no hosts or reality stars, this is a character driven script based on real people. If we think you're right for the role we will email you with sides and have you self tape. Any applications not meeting the criteria will be deleted immediately.

Requirements:
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Union: SAG
Experience: Strong film credits

Director and cast information:
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- Director: South African director Thabang Moleya (Jozi-h).
- Vladimir (lead): Stelio Savante
- Detective Khumalo (lead): Rapulana Seiphumo

Please upload agent information and reel if possible to your profile before applying.


Andre Coetzer



Males, aged 37 to 49 from the United States

40s, Caucasian, big, mean looking, Afrikaans. An ex policemen who gets his kicks providing street intelligence to Vladimir and it ultimately costs him his life. (Three large scenes) must speak with an Afrikaans accent. Think Russell Crowe or Clive Owen types.



Pamela



Females, aged 20 to 35 from the United States

20s-early 30s, voluptuous, African/African American. A bartender at the Manje club. She's also Natalia's friend from gym and she introduces Natalia to Mabaso. (Supporting) think Paula Patton types.



Officer Grainger



Males, aged 37 to 49 from the United States

40s, thin, English/Afrikaans. Ngobi's partner and Dectective Khumalo's weak link. Lazy and bored with his assignments. (Supporting) looking for Tim Roth or Steve Buschemi types.



Natalia Ivanova



Any gender, aged 20 to 35 from the United States

Early 20s-late 30s, gorgeous, Russian. She's Vladimir's sister. A well educated/professionally trained ballet dancer. She's trying to get on with her life, desperate to get from under Vladimir's reign. (lead) Prefer brunettes or dark features as actress should somewhat resemble Vladimir played by Stelio Savante.



Applications closed 30 August 2008

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