Company
NYU, 'Park 51'
Christopher Capelluto (dir.)
Park 51- NYU Thesis Film
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Production Description
Christopher Capelluto (dir.) is casting "Park 51," a student film for New York University about a young struggling Iraq War veteran who saves the life of a Muslim man from a hate crime in New York City. Director states: "The film takes place at the height of the 2010 protests against the Park 51 mosque being built a few blocks away from ground zero. Matt is a struggling Iraq war veteran and Amir is a supporter of the Park 51 mosque and the owner of a nearby convience store. He is attacked because of his support of the mosque. Matt and Amir must put their differences aside and work together. The films ultimate message is that religions and races are not the problem but radicalism of any kind is the true enemy. The writer/director of the project is an Iraq War veteran himself and is excited to be making this project as his thesis film at NYU."
Rehearsal and Production Dates & Locations
Rehearsals begin early April; shoot begins April 16 in NYC.
Compensation & Union Contract Details
Pays: $200 for the two lead roles. $50 for all other parts. SAG Student Film Agreement.
Seeking Talent Select a role below for more information and submission instructions.
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Matt (
Lead):
Male, 20-27, Caucasian
Left the Army one year ago right after his deployment to Iraq, a student in NYC taking advantage of the college benefits the army offers, is... more
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Amir (
Lead):
Male, 30-49, Middle Eastern
Amir: 30-49, moved to the US from Algeria, became very involved with Islam and his local mosque once he moved to the US because it made him ... more
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Faridah (
Supporting):
Female, 28-41, Middle Eastern
Amir's loving wife, supports him in every way she can but is not afraid to challenge him if she thinks he is wrong, raises doubts about whet... more
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Hakeem (
Supporting):
Male, 9-15, Middle Eastern
Amir's son, a shy young boy, has an important moment with Matt.
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Howey (
Supporting):
Male, 35-67, Caucasian, African American, Hispanic
A US army veteran, Matt's best friend, owns an Army/Navy store, a little rough around the edges but is a good guy.
Concept Art
Director's Reel
Park 51 - Script
