BCF Casting is looking for extras for paid roles in a project being filmed in Ashcroft, just a little over an hour outside of Merritt. People of all ages are invited to create a profile on the BCF Casting website, to potentially be chosen to play the townspeople of a small, rural community.
Merritt City Councillor Mike Bhangu has been performing mostly as a background actor for the past few years, and was able to secure roles through the BCF company for both movies and television shows like Night at the Museum 3, Deadpool 2, Afghan Luke, Timeless, and other productions.
Bhangu, an Amazon best-selling author, feels that acting is another way to express himself artistically and encourages Merrittonians to take advantage of the opportunity a semi-local production would bring, noting “It’s a terrific way to gain film set experience.”
“I received my first gig through Casting Director Andrea Brown, who is one of the three Directors at BCF Casting, about ten years ago. Andrea Brown is a great person to work for, and the wonderful thing about BCF Casting is that they are not an agency and do not collect commission from a performer’s pay.”
Filming dates will take place throughout late January and February. Performers will need to be available for up to 12 hours per day, with overtime pay after eight hours. Those selected will also be required to attend a paid 1-2 hour costume fitting.
“If you’re a creative individual, take a look at what BCF Casting has to offer,” Bhangu advises. “Perhaps there’s something there for you,”
Anyone interested can find out more by visiting bcfcasting.com/extras.
