The show is directed by Park Chan-wook (Oldboy, The Handmaiden, The Little Drummer Girl). MULTI-YEAR DEAL. After arriving in Los Angeles, Bon finds new meaning in the most unlikely of places and circumstances. Sensitive with an edge / darkness to him. - Our agency office hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm pst. Sensitive with an edge / darkness to him. She embraces the promise of her new country and its evolving liberal morality. He has a wholesome love of violence. I recently auditioned for the new HBO / A24 TV Series: The Sympathizer. NOW CASTING PAID FEMALE and MALE EXTRAS, Ages 18+, All Ethnicities to portray extras for the new NETFLIX & TYLER PERRY movie "MEA CULPA" filming here in Atlanta, GA. After taking a prolonged break from the entertainme Must be able to speak conversational Vietnamese. Khan (Fatherhood) will play Bon, the Captains childhood friend who refuses to bring his pals multiple identities into focus. Educated in America. If the title sounds familiar but you can't quite place it; it's because it happens to Viet Thanh Nguyens best-selling debut espionage thriller. The General's eldest daughter. It will be directed by Park Chan-wook, the filmmaker of the film Oldboy. An overweight, gregarious, social character. If the title sounds familiar but you can't quite place it; it's because it happens to Viet Thanh Nguyen's best-selling debut espionage thriller. Do not look at the camera. Payment: Paid The Sympathizer Casting Call HBO/A24 45 Main St Brooklyn, NY 11201 Deadline Feb 16, 2022 Posted Feb 09, 2022 A24 is casting various roles for HBO's "The Sympathizer," co-starring Robert Downey Jr. Vietnamese. NUDITY REQUIRED. A face with lots of character. Imagine a world where two Rachel Weiszs exist. We will review and provide you with some feedback and suggestion on retake as needed. Today, we finally got our answer, with the news that RDJ is joining the cast of the highly-anticipated series adaptation ofThe Sympathizer. An effortless leader, who acts like a big brother to the Captain, and also as his handler for the Communists. The tale follows an unnamed, half-French, half-Vietnamese communist spy during the final days of the Vietnam War and his resulting exile in the United States. Can be dangerous, but theres a pathetic side to him as well. Must speak flawless English (as she wants to pass as American). Ph n tui 30-40: ng vai mt ngi v ng yu v mt ngi m lun ht sc bo bc con ci. Training in kung fu or taekwondo a plus. - Do not read the stage direction as part of your audition. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. An officer in the South Vietnamese Secret Police. - We highly encouraged you to share this opportunity with your Parents or those who can relate to this book during the Vietnam War. Hes one of five actors of Vietnamese descent cast in The Sympathizer, along with Fred Nguyen Khan, Toan Le, Vy Le and Alan Trong. How to Get Cast in HBO's 'The Sympathizer' Starring Robert Downey Jr. HBO's 'The Sympathizer' Extras Open Casting Call, Marvel Studios Reportedly Casts Big A-List Actors, Florence Pugh's 'Black Widow' Rumored To Star in Marvel's 'Thunderbolts', Music Video Shoot Casting Call for Models in New Haven, Connecticut, How to Get Cast in ABC's 'Judgement' Pilot, How to Audition for Disney and Find Disney Casting Calls, Warner Bros. Age: 18-25 An overweight, gregarious, social character. Must speak English (but doesnt have to be perfect). Ability to speak some Cantonese is a plus. Directed by Park Chan-wook. Casting Director: Jennifer Venditti. out in the world. Training in kung fu or taekwondo a plus. Late 20s to early 30s. Forced immigration from Vietnam accelerates her rapid maturation from sulky teen to seductive songstress. During the meantime, we will suggest you to some local studios in your area to assist you with the selftape. Must speak fluent Vietnamese (Southern dialect). Late 20s to early 30s. Ability to sing is a plus. Directed by Park Chan-wook (Oldboy, The Handmaiden, The Little Drummer Girl), and will be shot in Los Angeles and Vietnam. 30s to early 40s. Casting Assistant: Ivy Pham. Must speak some English (but not perfect). A dentist by trade. 1 YEAR DEAL. Gender: Male I have absolutely zero acting experience and am clueless of this whole process and would love to know more. Must speak flawless English (as she wants to pass as American). Self-disciplined. 1 YEAR DEAL. Very likable. [THE CAPTAIN] Male. Sensitive with an edge / darkness to him. Loves food and talking. SERIES LEAD. SERIES LEAD. 1 YEAR DEAL. SERIES LEAD. No acting experience required! Half Vietnamese / Half Caucasian. Robert Downey Jr. at the premiere of Disney and Marvel's 'Avengers: Infinity War' held at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, USA on April 23, 2018. Must speak fluent Vietnamese and fluent English (both flawlessly). Half Vietnamese / Half Caucasian. Educated in America. Vy Le plays Lana, the Generals daughter who is fluent in both American and Vietnamese culture, a skill the Captain finds dizzying and the General unnerving. If you happen to know what the material is from, we DO NOT want a recreation of the performances from the films. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. - We would be the Agent on record for this project only if you do book with us. According to Deadline sources, Robert Downey Jr. has found his next significant role after finally putting down the Iron Man suit in Avengers: Endgame. Must speak fluent Vietnamese (Southern dialect). Mid 40s to mid 50s. Practice, practice, practice then submit your self tape to us ASAP for review. ***OFFICIAL OPEN CASTING CALL for THE SYMPATHIZER SERIES* My colleagues at JV8INC (HBO's Euphoria, Uncut Gems) are searching for the leads for Viet Thanh Nguyen's live-action adaptation of his book. An effortless leader, who acts like a big brother to the Captain, and also as his handler for the Communists. Must speak English (but doesnt have to be perfect). He is protective and compassionate, an idealist, but also an ideologue with a dangerous zealous streak. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. SERIES LEAD. Robert Downey Jr is set to produce and star in HBO 's adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen 's Pulitzer Prize -winning novel, The Sympathizer. 18 - early 20s. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. A refugee from conflict in the North, he works in counterintelligence for the South Vietnamese army but at the same time is a double agent for the Viet Cong. Must speak fluent Vietnamese (Southern dialect). 18 - early 20s. Slender. She embraces the promise of her new country and its evolving liberal morality. Slender. We can absolutely have someone speak in Vietnamese and help you through this casting process. SERIES LEAD. We are currently casting fluent Vietnamese speakers for various supporting roles for the HBO / A24 television series The Sympathizer, based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Toan Le will play the General, the former head of the South Vietnamese Secret Police whos now fixated on uncovering traitors in the refugee community. Ethnicity: Asian, Ethnically Ambiguous / Multiracial, White / European Descent, Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Cover Letter. How can I be signed with your Agency if I submit on this project? MULTI-YEAR DEAL. 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Experience Requirement: Amateur, CRAPULENT MAJOR - Male. (Tinseltown / Shutterstock.com), Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and influencers to work on scenes for the new HBO 'The Sympathizer' is now casting and hiring actors. Slender. Forced immigration from Vietnam accelerates her rapid maturation from sulky teen to seductive songstress. Sure, he's had a few scattered roles in-between; but for the most part his commitment to the Marvel Universe was unmatched. Head of the South Vietnamese Secret Police, a Christian and an epicure (though not necessarily in that order). We previously heard thatOldboy director Park Chan-wookis on board as co-showrunner along with Don McKellar. costume coordinator / costumer coordinator (7 episodes) . Shes salty, she speaks her mind, and shes pragmatic. It has been quite some time since we've seen Robert Downey Jr. as anything (or anyone for that matter), than Iron Man. Casting Talent 2023 - All Rights Reserved. Believable he could carry a secret and also have a violent side to him. Vietnamese. Should look physically strong. We will review and provide you with some feedback and suggestion on retake as needed. Auditions were submitted through online. He is protective and compassionate, an idealist, but also an ideologue with a dangerous zealous streak. Should look physically strong. This varies in a case by case situation such as some experience will be required and that you are ready to be fully committed in going out for other projects. NUDITY REQUIRED. | A24 is casting various roles for HBOs The Sympathizer, co-starring Robert Downey Jr. https://www.backstage.com/casting/the-sympathizer-454375/?role_id=1287478, 29 West 38th Street, New York, New York 10018. A face with lots of character. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. Based on: the novel by Viet Thanh Nguyen. AUDITION SIDES FOR ALL ROLES: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16cWLYdlkzfW4nCccUObtYtPFfq5DxYa6?usp=sharing, Do I need to have any experience to submit? Believable he could carry a secret and also have a violent side to him. You may have always dreamed of being a Disney Princess, or maybe you grew up watching Disney movies and wanted to be just like After a brief hiatus, Arnold Schwarzenegger returns triumphantly with Netflix's newest blockbuster, 'Fubar'! Believable he could carry a secret and also have a violent side to him. Shes salty, she speaks her mind, and shes pragmatic. Becoming an actor, model, or performer is tough. Late 20s to early 30s. Ph n tui trn di 50: ng vai mt mnh ph giu c, duyn dng, thng minh v thc dng. This varies in a case by case situation such as some experience will be required and that you are ready to be fully committed in going out for other projects. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. Age: 20-35 It follows the Captain (Xuande), a half-French, half-Vietnamese communist spy during the final days of the Vietnam War and his resulting exile in the United States. The novel is an espionage thriller and cross-culture satire about the struggles of a half-French, half-Vietnamese communist spy during the final days of the Vietnam War and his resulting exile in the United States. A leader of men. The breadth of art showing in Australia this month will give you whiplash. if not, why? 40s. During the meantime, we will suggest you to some local studios in your area to assist you with the selftape. Asian talent, aged 18 and older, is wanted for. Sign up to the RUSSH Club for exclusive offers and invitations. Must speak some English (but not perfect). Mid 40s to mid 50s. Gets into fights. Who can we speak to if we have questions about this project? 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. Company Credits According to sources, HBO has ordered a drama series adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen's Pulitzer Prize-winning book The Sympathizer with Robert Downey Jr. Park Chan-wook (Oldboy, The Little Drummer Girl) and Don McKellar (Sensitive Skin, Last Night) are co-showrunners on The Sympathizer, with Park also directing. Must speak flawless English (as she wants to pass as American). Charismatic, witty and intelligent. A face with lots of character. d) what languages do you speak choose 1 of the below and answer: e) do you feel like you resonate more as belonging or as an outsider. Mid 40s to mid 50s. No English is required. [LANA] Female. There's a completely different process to be considered for Agency Representation. Educated in America. MAN - Male. if so, please describe that experience and how you felt about it. 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