Casting About (2007): Ratings & Plot
Casting About is a 2007 documentary directed by Barry J. Hershey. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes. Critics gave it 63% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.9/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Director
- Barry J. Hershey
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Kino International
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Casting About About?
The premise of Casting About without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Filmmaker Barry J. Hershey takes viewers behind the scenes to explore the complex art of casting. The documentary chronicles his search for the ideal actress to star in his upcoming dramatic feature, revealing the often-intricate process involved in finding the right performers to embody characters and bring stories to life. It offers a candid look at the challenges and decisions faced during this crucial stage of filmmaking.
Casting About Themes & Keywords
· 12 tags- headshot photograph
- casting
- talent
- monologue
- interview
- cold reading
- cast
- acting
- casting call
- audition
- actress
- actor
The Director of Casting About
Directed by Barry J. Hershey.
- Director Barry J. Hershey
Casting About Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Casting About 63% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.9/10.
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IMDb 6.9 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 63% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 25%
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Metacritic 68 Metascore
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Casting About Plot Summary
What happens in Casting About from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
CASTING ABOUT is a beautifully crafted feature documentary that delves into the intriguing world of casting actors. From the perspective of a filmmaker, audiences are treated to the insights and experiences of over 350 actresses who auditioned for three key roles in a dramatic film. The documentary showcases captivating footage from auditions held across major cities such as Berlin, Boston, Chicago, London, and Los Angeles, seamlessly blending actor interviews, poignant monologues, and various scene work to form an impressionistic tapestry of the casting journey.
Full summary
The whole story of Casting About, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Casting About?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Casting About FAQ: Runtime, Release Date & Director
Runtime, release date, director, ratings and post-credit scenes of Casting About, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Casting About?
Casting About runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was Casting About released?
Casting About was released on May 11, 2007.
Who directed Casting About?
Casting About was directed by Barry J. Hershey.
How is Casting About rated?
Casting About has 6.9/10 on IMDb, 63% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic.
Does Casting About have a post-credit scene?
No. Casting About has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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