Casting Call: Feature Film “By Any Means” Starring Mark Wahlberg

A major casting opportunity is here! The new feature film “By Any Means,” directed by Elegance Bratton and starring Mark Wahlberg and Sterling K. Brown, is now filming in Atlanta. Set in 1960s Mississippi, the film tackles powerful civil rights themes and is seeking featured background actors, including kids!

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📍 Location:

Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas (Covington, Conyers, Sharpsburg, Griffin)

📝 Project Overview:

Title: By Any Means
Genre: Historical True-Crime Drama
Director: Elegance Bratton
Stars: Mark Wahlberg, Sterling K. Brown
Filming: Now through May 24, 2025
Rate: $100/8 hrs + OT | Fitting: $25/2 hrs
Union Status: Non-Union

🎭 Featured Roles for Adults:

🎓 US Soldiers

Male, White, Ages 18–50
Clean-cut, conservative look, short hair or willing to cut
Work Date: April 29

🚌 Bus Passengers

Male & Female, All ethnicities, Ages 18–80
Conservative appearance, willing to fit 1960s style
Work Date: May 2

⛏️ Farm Workers

Male, All ethnicities, Ages 18–60
Blue-collar types used to labor/outdoor work
Work Date: May 7

🏨 Seedy Motel Roles (Filming April 25)

“Lady of the Night”: Female, White, 20s–40s
Customer: Male, White, 30s–60s
Motel Guests: Male & Female, White, 20s–60s
Must be OK with 1960s styling & night shoot

🏋️ Kids Casting (Ages 1–2)

🏠 Low-Rent Neighborhood Kids

Male & Female, White
Work Dates: April 21 & 22 (must be available both days)
Parent/guardian must stay on set
Fitting Date: April 15 (preferred) or April 16

📅 Fitting Date for Most Roles:

Wednesday, April 16
Times: 8:30am to 4:30pm (various options)

📧 How to Submit:

Email: BGcastingBAM@gmail.com

Subject Line: Use the role and date (e.g., “FEATURED BG Fitting 4/16 – Bus Passenger”)
Include:
- Full Name
- Phone & Email
- Height, Weight, Clothing & Shoe Sizes
- City/State
- 2 Current Color Photos (1 close-up, 1 full body – no filters, hats, or sunglasses)
- Availability on shoot and fitting dates
- Confirm you can self-report to Atlanta
- Note any visible tattoos or piercings

📈 Pro Tips:

Be specific with your submission subject line.
Photos should reflect your current look.
Director will make selections based on your submission.

📅 Important Notes:

All roles are paid.
Filming will be period-accurate, so must be comfortable with 1960s style and grooming.
Transportation and lodging not provided.

Casting Call: Feature Film “By Any Means” Starring Mark Wahlberg – Atlanta, GA