Video: Casting Call, Women React To Demeaning Casting Call Character Descriptions

It’s no secret that society holds women to a more rigid standard of appearance than men. This standard is certainly reflected in the acting profession, where men are allowed to age, gain weight and represent a far wider variety of physical appearances than the women they work with. “Whether it’s stereotyping, sexism, racism, ageism, inequality, or a slew of other demeaning, shocking and sometimes yes, absolutely hilarious offenses women face in the casting world of acting, this project seeks to open up the conversation with both humor and grace.” Read More…