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Paramount Pictures is seeking extras for a new Coen Brothers feature film True Grit. The film shoots in TX (Austin area, including Granger and Blanco) during March, April and May of 2010.

Looking for reliable people to portray looks specific to the 1870s and 1900. Start growing your hair now!

Seeking: Unique "character" faces. We are most interested in people with natural features.

HAIR NOTES: If you want to be considered - start growing your hair now! Women should have long hair that is not colored in anyway- no highlights, full head colors or semi permanent colors. Men should have some length, especially on top. Crew cuts are not suitable - as the hair will not have time enough to grow. Men should grow their facial hair, including beard, moustache, sideburns.

BODY TYPES: People from this time period did not have modern enhancements- meaning they did not have braces, implants, etc. They weren't weight lifters- people worked hard, but not in a gym. Body types were most often average to slim. Women will be wearing corsettes and long dresses.

OTHER: We are most interested in people willing to work more than one day. Looking for responsible people with flexible schedules. 10 years of age and older. All minors must have consent of parent/guardian and must indicate date of birth. If you don't have a resume- please list any performing/background experience you may have.

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TO SUBMIT: There are two ways to submit. Preferred is in-person (ONLY on dates, below)! If this is impossible, you may submit by mail. Follow instructions below.

In-Person Interviews: (bring legal form and copy of id- such as drivers license, passport, or birth cert) SEE SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. Austin Studios (ONLY ON DATES BELOW)1901 East 51st. St. (Red Bldg) Austin TX 78723 No need to schedule a time- just show up on dates below only! -

• Thurs, Feb 4 11am - 7pm

• Fri, Feb 5 11am - 7pm

• Sat, Feb 6 11am - 7pm

Mail Submissions: SEE SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS BELOW! Austin Studios c/o Extras Cstg / Debbie DeLisi, 1901 East 51st. St. (Red Bldg) Austin TX 78723

SUBMISSIONS MUST INCLUDE: Headshot and one page resume, if you have them. Also, you MUST include CURRENT SNAPSHOTS (face and body). List all pertinent contact information, including your place of residency and anything else we should know about you. Remember - THIS A PERIOD FILM. If you want to be considered- it's best to send us a natural, current photos (no makeup or glamour). All submissions are non-returnable. Include age, height, weight, measurements, etc. List any scheduling conflicts (4/23 - 5/26). Preference will be given to those w/ flexible schedules. If you want to be considered - start growing your hair now!

Families and TX residents encouraged to submit.

Extras Casting Director: Debbie DeLisi HOTLINE: 212-330-9357 texascasting2010@gmail.com (Submissions will NOT be accepted via email. Email address is for general inquiries only)