STAR WARS VII Casting Call Accepting Video Admissions
Want a chance to be in Star Wars: Episode VII? Well, J.J. Abrams and Lucasfilm have opened up online video casting submissions for the film for two characters named Rachel and Thomas, which are most likely code names for the actual characters.
The actual casting call for the film was going to be held in the UK and a few U.S. cities, but the studio is extending their reach to the entire world by taking video submissions for the roles.
For those of you who are interested, you can find out more details about the online casting submission by clicking here.
Here are the casting descriptions for the characters:
Seeking: Young woman to play 17-18 Years old. Must be beautiful, smart and athletic. Open to all ethnicities (including bi- and multi-racial).
RACHEL - Was quite young when she lost her parents. With no other family, she was forced to maker her way alone in a tough, dangerous town. Now 17 she has become street smart and strong. She is able to take care of herself using humor and guts to get by.
Always a survivor, never a victim, she remains hopeful that she can move away from this harsh existence to a better life. She is always thinking of what she can do to move ahead.
Seeking: Young man to play 19-23 years old. Must be handsome, smart and athletic. Must be over 18.
THOMAS - Has grown up without a father's influence. Without the model of being a man, he doesn't have the strongest sense of himself. Despite this, he is smart, capable and shows courage when it is needed. He can appreciate the absurdities in life and understands you can't take life too seriously.
Just know that these character details may not fully pan out for the upcoming Star Wars movie. Abrams did the same thing when he was casting for Super 8.
The film will open in 2D and 3D theaters on December 18th, 2015.