Kerry Barden (Interview)
Starting off in New York, Kerry Barden has been instrumental in assembling countless Oscar nominated and winning ensembles: Spotlight, The Help, A Winters Bone, Good Will Hunting and August Osage County.
His list of A-List films is so impressive it would be amiss to not share a few more… The Pitch Perfect Trilogy, Seven, American Psycho, Prisoners, Bad Boys II, Pineapple Express, Boys Don’t Cry, and Chocolat!
But he doesn't just cast epic films... he has cast dozens of huge tv shows, including the show that changed everything... Sex and the City.
Kerry Barden is an absolute giant of casting and we are so thrilled he agreed to share his time and insights with us.
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What Has Motivated You To Take A Chance On Auditioning An Actor You Don't Know?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWhat Made You Take A Chance On An Actor You Don't Know?
When do you take a chance on new actors?
Why would you take a chance on a new actor?
Would you ever take a chance on a new actor?
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How Many Actors Do You Usually Present To The Filmmakers For Each Role?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Emmy nominated Casting Director (The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers Club)How many actors will you show the filmmakers?
How many actors will be shown to a film maker?
How many actors will you submit to producers?
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What Are Some Tips For Actors When They Are On A Film Or TV Set?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Emmy nominated Casting Director (The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers Club)Do you have tips for actors when they are on a film or TV set?
Any tips for actors when i am on a film or TV set?
Does Kerry Barden have any tips for talent when on set?
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What Are The Roles & Duties Of The Various Casting Positions In Your Office?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Emmy nominated Casting Director (The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers Club)What are the roles in a casting office?
What are the roles & duties of the various casting positions in your office? (which person does which task?)
Who does what in a casting office?
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How Many Actors Do You See In The Room & On Tape For Each Role?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Emmy nominated Casting Director (The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers Club)How many actors do you see for a co-star?
How many actors do you see for a guest star?
How many actors do you see for a lead roler?
How many actors to you see per role?
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Do You Allow Unrepresented Actors To Submit On Your Projects?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Emmy nominated Casting Director (The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers Club)Do you let unrepresented actors to submit on your projects?
Would you allow unrepresented actors to submit on your projects?
Do you bring in unrepresented actors o castings?
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How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubDo you like actors sending a thank you present when you hire them?
Do you expect actors sending a thank you present when you hire them?
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Does SAG-AFTRA vs SAG-AFTRA Elligible Make A Difference?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Emmy nominated Casting Director (The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers Club)Does SAG-AFTRA eligible carry the same weight as SAG-AFTRA membership?
Do you view SAG-AFTRA eligible differently to SAG-AFTRA membership?
What does SAG-AFTRA eligible mean?
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Do You Like Actors To Wear Costumes Or Dress The Part?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Should I dress in full costume at a casting?
Can I costume for an audition?
Should I wear full costume at a casting?
At a casting, can I go full costume?
Would you recommend, full costume at an audition?
At an audition, can I wear full costume?
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How Do You Think Covid-19 Will Affect The Film & TV Industry Short & Long Term?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Will covid affect acting?
How will covid affect acting?
What are the short term ramifications of covid?
What are the long term ramifications of covid?
Will the film and tv industry be affected by covid?
Will the tv and film industry be affected by covid?
Is c... -
How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubDoes Kerry Barden like thank you presents after an actor books?
Do actors have to give thank you presents to casting?
Is it expected to give casting directors thank you presents?
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Do You Ask For Headshots & Resumes In Hardcopy?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubDo I need a hard cop of a headshot at Kerry Barden's office?
Do I need hard copy of a resume when I go to Kerry Barden's office?
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Do You Teach Any Classes For Actors?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubIs Kerry Barden teaching any classes at this time?
Is Kerry Barden teaching actors at this time?
Any classes with Kerry Barden coming up?
Is Kerry Barden teaching soon?
What Classes Are Y... -
What Can Actors Do To Make The Most Of Their Free Time?
Kerry Barden, Casting Director CSA
Emmy nominated Casting Director | The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers ClubWhat should actors do in the downtime?
Any ideas on how actors can best use downtime?
What can actors do in the down time
How can an actor use the downtime to further their careers?
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Storytime: The One About The Joy Of The Career
Kerry Barden, Casting Director C.S.A
Emmy nominated Casting Director (The Help, Spotlight, Dallas Buyers Club)
