SERIES LEAD. It's been about 4 days. He has a wholesome love of violence. Must speak flawless English (as she wants to pass as American). Mid 40s to mid 50s. A refugee from conflict in the North, he works in counterintelligence for the South Vietnamese army but at the same time is a double agent for the Viet Cong. - Once we review your audition self tape, we may reach back out to you with some retake suggestion before we submit your final materials to Casting. After arriving in Los Angeles, Bon finds new meaning in the most unlikely of places and circumstances. (He started filming for 2020's Dolittlebefore Avengers: Endgame came out.) MULTI-YEAR DEAL. Vietnamese. f) have you ever been the keeper of someone's secret? Imagine a world where two Rachel Weiszs exist. Sources say what made this role irresistible was the chance to display his versatility as an actor. Forced immigration from Vietnam accelerates her rapid maturation from sulky teen to seductive songstress. Robert Downey Jr is set to produce and star in HBO 's adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen 's Pulitzer Prize -winning novel, The Sympathizer. * din vin v hay khng u c th np n, 'THE SYMPATHIZER' Television Series - Open Call. Very likable. The breadth of art showing in Australia this month will give you whiplash. Several enticing offers are on the table. Dancing skills are a plus. Educated in America. 30s to early 40s. Must speak English (but doesnt have to be perfect). Directed by Park Chan-wook (Oldboy, The Handmaiden, The Little Drummer Girl), and will be shot in Los Angeles and Vietnam. Vietnamese. Vietnamese. No prior acting experience necessary. Mid 40s to mid 50s. Time will tell who will land the covetable role. An officer in the South Vietnamese Secret Police. Vietnamese. Ph n tui trn di 50: ng vai mt mnh ph giu c, duyn dng, thng minh v thc dng. Directed by Park Chan-wook. Do you have anyone who can speak Vietnamese that will be able to help? Shes salty, she speaks her mind, and shes pragmatic. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. A face with lots of character. 18 - 21. Comic ability. | Casting additional roles for "The Sympathizer," co-starring Robert Downey Jr. Released in 2015, The Sympathizer won the 2016 Pulitzer . According to sources, HBO has ordered a drama series adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen's Pulitzer Prize-winning book The Sympathizer with Robert Downey Jr. Shes salty, she speaks her mind, and shes pragmatic. The General's eldest daughter. Must speak fluent Vietnamese (Southern dialect). Must speak fluent Vietnamese (Southern dialect). Self-disciplined. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. - We would highly suggest you to select one role that's within your age range or skill sets requirement. Age: 18-25 Ngi B ( tui 75-85): Vai mt b ni/ngoi d mn. Production has begun on the series, which will film in Los Angeles and Thailand; a debut date hasnt been set. Do you have anyone who can help me selftape? A dentist by trade. SERIES LEAD. Our CEO Kim Loan Duong is Vietnamese who can read, speak and write in Vietnamese. Thanks so much, any response is appreciated :), New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. SERIES LEAD. Release Dates Late 25s to early 35s. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. He's one of five actors of Vietnamese descent cast in The Sympathizer, along with Fred Nguyen Khan, Toan Le, Vy Le and Alan Trong. As we know, the plot of the series focuses on a half-French, half-Vietnamese communist spy who retraces the story of the South Vietnamese Government in 1975 and subsequent events that led him to American exile. 40s. Believable he could carry a secret and also have a violent side to him. Practice, practice, practice then submit your self tape to us ASAP for review. Should look physically strong. SOME NUDITY REQUIRED. Self-disciplined. A born soldier, a nationalist, a fearless fighter and, if necessary, a killer, but at the same time, sentimental. Experience Requirement: Amateur, BON - Male. Should I be expecting an email if I was rejected as well? Age: 40-50+ THE CAPTAIN - Male. A born soldier, a nationalist, a fearless fighter and, if necessary, a killer, but at the same time, sentimental. Not traditionally handsome. I submitted my callback tapes and was told to send them to the casting associate as well. Today, we finally got our answer, with the news that RDJ is joining the cast of the highly-anticipated series adaptation of The Sympathizer. Park Chan-wook (Oldboy, The Little Drummer Girl) and Don McKellar (Sensitive Skin, Last Night) are co-showrunners on The Sympathizer, with Park also directing. An effortless leader, who acts like a big brother to the Captain, and also as his handler for the Communists. NUDITY, SEXUAL SITUATIONS AND SIMULATION REQUIRED. Sensitive with an edge / darkness to him. An effortless leader, who acts like a big brother to the Captain, and also as his handler for the Communists. SOME NUDITY REQUIRED. Netflix Has Canceled Its Live-Action Adaptation Of The 'Resident Evil' Series. Will someone be able to help me find a reader? 40s. Loves food and talking. His closest friend is the Captain. He has a wholesome love of violence. SOME NUDITY REQUIRED. HBO 'The Sympathizer' Open Casting Call Apply Now We are currently casting the series leads for the HBO / A24 television series The Sympathizer, based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Vietnamese. NUDITY, SEXUAL SITUATIONS, AND SIMULATION REQUIRED. Very likable. He has a wholesome love of violence. No acting experience required! We are currently casting fluent Vietnamese speakers for various supporting roles for the HBO / A24 television series The Sympathizer, based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Viet Thanh Nguyen. New HBO / A24 Television Series: "The Sympathizer" (Based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Viet Thanh Nguyen) CASTING MALE ROLEHALF VIETNAMESE / HALF CAUCASIANFOR LEAD ROLE IN THE SYMPATHIZER Seeking the lead role of "The Captain" A refugee from conflict in the North, he works in counterintelligence for the South Vietnamese army but at the same time is a double agent for the Viet Cong . [LANA] Female. No prior acting experience necessary. Khan (Fatherhood) will play Bon, the Captains childhood friend who refuses to bring his pals multiple identities into focus. SERIES LEAD. An adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen's novel for HBO. Must speak flawless English (as she wants to pass as American). We will pass along material from the actual project if there is further interest. Training in kung fu or taekwondo a plus. Forced immigration from Vietnam accelerates her rapid maturation from sulky teen to seductive songstress. SERIES LEAD. Half Vietnamese / Half Caucasian. These are 'dummy' sides. Must speak English (but doesnt have to be perfect). Perfect posture. Not traditionally handsome. These can be as simple as phone pictures against a plain wall in a well lit area (by a window with natural light is always best). She embraces the promise of her new country and its evolving liberal morality. - we don't want you reading off the page. MULTI-YEAR DEAL. Does not have to speak Vietnamese. Head of the South Vietnamese Secret Police, a Christian and an epicure (though not necessarily in that order). Deadline also shares a description of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, painting it as a "blistering exploration of identity and America, a gripping spy novel and a powerful story of love and friendship.". It is the first project Robert Downey has taken on since he wrapped up his role as Tony Stark/Iron Man, and since he's an Oscar nominee, he's been quite selective. - We highly encouraged you to share this opportunity with your Parents or those who can relate to this book during the Vietnam War. Believable he could carry a secret and also have a violent side to him. Perfect posture. Slender. Ability to speak some Cantonese is a plus. An effortless leader, who acts like a big brother to the Captain, and also as his handler for the Communists. were you able to do it? Two separate takes as two separate videos. Robert Downey Jr. at the premiere of Disney and Marvel's 'Avengers: Infinity War' held at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, USA on April 23, 2018. Casting various roles in "The Sympathizer," co-starring Robert Downey Jr. HBO / A24 Episodic 7 Episodes / Season 1 Based on the novel by Viet Thanh Nguyen We are currently seeking talent for the following roles. - We are an all Asian Talent Agency. Half Chinese / Half Vietnamese.An officer in the South Vietnamese Secret Police. Training in kung fu or taekwondo a plus. SPECIAL SKILLS If the character you are submitting for lists a special skill in the character description, please let us know if you have that special skill i.e. Must speak fluent Vietnamese (Southern dialect). SOME NUDITY REQUIRED. //