{"id":43354,"date":"2022-09-12T09:11:40","date_gmt":"2022-09-12T14:11:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/?p=43354"},"modified":"2022-09-12T09:11:40","modified_gmt":"2022-09-12T14:11:40","slug":"casting-call-09-28-09-29-09-30-22-austin-my-dad-is-my-hero-the-story-of-troy-kotsur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/blog\/2022\/09\/12\/casting-call-09-28-09-29-09-30-22-austin-my-dad-is-my-hero-the-story-of-troy-kotsur\/","title":{"rendered":"Casting Call 09\/28, 09\/29, 09\/30\/22 – Austin (My Dad is My Hero, The Story of Troy Kotsur)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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CASTING CALL<\/strong><\/p>\n

My Dad is My Hero, The Story of Troy Kotsur<\/h2>\n

Project Type: Short Documentary Film
\nPay Status: Paid ($100 – $250)
\nLocation: Austin, Texas
\nShooting Schedule: 09\/28\/22, 09\/29\/22, 09\/30\/22
\nDirector: Sean Schiavolin
\nProducer: Justin Bergeron<\/p>\n

DESCRIPTION<\/p>\n

When Deaf actor, Troy Kotsur, was awarded for Best Supporting Actor<\/a> for his role in the film CODA, at the 2022 Academy Awards he announced to the world:<\/p>\n

“My dad was the best signer in our family but he was in a car accident and became paralyzed from the neck down and he was no longer able to sign. Dad, I learned so much from you. I’ll always love you. You are my hero!\u201d<\/p>\n

My Dad is My Hero, The Story of Troy Kotsur is a 20 minute documentary being produced by Austin nonprofit studio, Emergent Order Foundation, for their Dad Saves America YouTube Channel<\/a>. The film explores the story of Troy and his dad through an in-depth interview and cinematic scripted reenactments.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re seeking out the best Deaf actors in Texas along with several hearing actors to showcase their talent in a story celebrating the life and career of breakthrough artist, Troy Kotsur.<\/p>\n

To Book an Audition:<\/strong> Email casting@eo.foundation with a headshot or recent photo of yourself and your resume, and one of our producers will reach out with next steps.<\/p>\n

PARTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Young Troy 3\/4 yr old Deaf Male
\nSchool Age Troy 6\/7 yr old Deaf Male
\nHigh School Troy 17\/18 yr old Deaf Male
\nTroy\u2019s Father 50\u2019s Fit Male hearing (must also know ASL)
\nBoy 1 7\/8\/9 yr old Deaf
\nBoy 2 7\/8\/9 yr old Deaf
\nBoy 3 7\/8\/9 yr old Deaf
\nGirl 1 7\/8\/9 yr old Deaf
\nGirl 2 7\/8\/9 yr old Deaf
\nBus Driver Middle-aged hearing Female
\nDetective #1 Middle-aged hearing Male
\nDetective #2 Middle-aged hearing Male<\/p>\n

YouTube Video: https:\/\/youtu.be\/TtE9WNw-L0E<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

CASTING CALL My Dad is My Hero, The Story of Troy Kotsur Project Type: Short Documentary Film Pay Status: Paid ($100 – $250) Location: Austin, Texas Shooting Schedule: 09\/28\/22, 09\/29\/22, 09\/30\/22 Director: Sean Schiavolin Producer: Justin Bergeron DESCRIPTION When Deaf…<\/p>\n

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