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Swimmers, Tryout as an Extra for the Movie PDR

By Mat Luebbers, About.com

Casting directors are searching for several hundred people to play swimmers, swim coaches, urban and suburban men and women and others for the Lionsgate Productions and L.I.F.T. Productions of the feature film, P.D.R.

P.D.R. starring Terrence Howard (Crash, Hustle and Flow) and Bernie Mac (Ocean's Eleven, Mr. 3000) is based on the true story of Jim Ellis, a Philadelphia based swim coach, who fights to build a swimming team in one of Philly's toughest neighborhoods in the 1970's. Filming will begin in mid April.

ALL AGES AND ETHNICITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!

Those interested should attend one of the following open calls and bring a recent, non-returnable photograph. If you don't have a photo, we will take one for you!

  • KENNER: Esplanade Mall Lower Level / Center Court (1401 West Esplanade Ave. – Kenner, LA 70065) Saturday, April 1, 2006 12pm – 5pm

  • HARAHAN: Casting Office 5520 Pepsi Street – Harahan, LA 70123 Walk-Ins Welcome at Pepsi Street office after April 3, 2006 (NO SOONER!) Tuesday's & Thursday's 10am – 6pm

    For more information regarding the casting call, contact nola@couloncasting.com

    Also seeking 1950-1975 Vehicles. For more information, please contact Anthony Forester, Picture Car Coordinator, at 504-329- 8842.

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