JJ Beasley's Lounge Discussions

My first job in Hollywood was an interesting one,and couldn't help but think that what I would hope to see is a background grunt working actor manfest into a true performer,few things I picked up on while on a backlot of 20th century Fox studio's,potential floods those streets or avenue of the stars and the famous actor's who walked these streets,intimidating no doubt but everybody can relate to that one little moment that they thought now that I'm here........do I have what it takes to make it....am I the one?

Living in az for nearly a decade i had really hoped that our gov would see through what lies ahead for this state if they were accept an tax incentive to boost more film jobs here,turned out that Cali had a tax incentive passed recently around 330 million incentive.our state has a serious problem when it comes to opportunity knocking.even though im trekking to Cali next yr i really do hope that a preposal comes thru to solitify standings in that hollywood films will benefit the AZ economy,really hope thats a reality before i move to L.A next yr cause moving is an Headache in itself!

nearly 2 yrs have gone by and our film Blood Ink-The Tavaloue Tales(directed by Iroc Daniels) finally was selected to the Jerome Film Festival.its a real treat to see all the hard work pay off in one night of recognition.hope to one day get to that level where a film im a part of makes it to Cannes,the Superbowl of Festivals!

as an actor i sometimes wonder if ever in my lifetime i will ever win an oscar,i have seen 1 face to face and imagine what its like to hold that statue in my hands,last nights oscars reminded me of those who gave almost flawless performances and the nomination bits that insued throughout that everyone in those categories gave an more than excellent performance.but in my mind if i ever want to get there like they have there,i have to pay my dues here.as any actor aspiring or experience has 1 time or another has wished for that one chance to be recognized and nominated for his/her works.t for hat being said i have a hhhheeeeeelllllll of alot of work to do,im in this for life and even if i never win one i can at least say i was passionate about my craft,the life and work i have chosen, and one day where i would be humbling be amongst the amazing and elite category of story tellers and rockafella's,will my name or legacy in this field be a personal trophy of what one is willing to sacrifice or die for just for that 1 moment? yep.....for its the golden statue of immortality, "Rize"

it seems as of late that news came about hollywood finally making a move out of...hollywood,and one such destinations is AZ(even though NM NY GA or on this list),where i currently reside.should i still make the bold move and go to hollywood or play the waiting game like i have till the time is right for them to finally show up on our doorstep again?they avoided this state because of politics that our state decided to revoke the tax incentives for films to save money and create jobs for working actors and filmakers in our state(our state isnt very bright in pro choices) but times change as well as opportunities,tell me what all of you think,especially arizonians,i have built alot of good connections here and dont want to start all over again so im open to any and all feedback!

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looking to build a good connection in the acting community,im an actor/model/indie filmmaker trying to make it to hollywood through the back door,and theres more than one door now and days since hollyoods expanded their horizons as the put it,looking to make a name for myself on the big and small screen,i dont discriminate the types of screens lol,just a man gunning for the american dream =)

hello everyone,its been a while just catching up on whats out there with fellow artists as far as current events and job postings,looks like alot of new faces in addition to the site,hope to make new friends and connections,happy friday everyone!