Background Roles Available For Duluth’s Upcoming Movie Shoot

Minnesota has become a pretty hot spot for film production. We've had a ton of movies filmed in the Duluth area, along the North Shore and even on the Iron Range over the past few years.

It's really fun and I love watching the movies filmed here so I can spot local haunts. It's also fun to be going about your normal life and spot a movie being filmed! It has happened to me before.

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Now we know the latest project set to film in our neck of the woods! The Upper Midwest Film Office shared details of a casting call for an upcoming project called American Raaga. 

Most of it will take place at a music conservatory in Minnesota. Duluth will be the backdrop of this film from July 13th through August 7th.

Casting Call Put Out For Movie Filming In Duluth Next Month

The movie is family-friendly and they are looking for both actors and background actors. The roles are paid and no experience is necessary! It should be noted that background roles are not speaking roles but you still get to be part of the fun!

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They are also looking for people that can sing or play musical instruments. Anyone applying to be a background actor must be at least 18 years old. The deadline to apply is Monday, July 6th so make sure you apply sooner rather than later.

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As mentioned, most of this film will take place at a music conservatory so college-aged students between 18 and 26 are encouraged to apply. They are also looking to fill roles like faculty members, bar goers, concert goers and more.

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You can make up to 120 bucks per day for up to eight hours of work and even overtime if applicable. You can apply for the role of a background actor by filling out this form online. If you have a South Asian background, you are asked to apply online by filling out this form online to throw your hat in the ring!

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As for the plot of the movie, it is as follows:

A disciplined music teacher from a prestigious Indian conservatory reluctantly takes an assignment in rural Minnesota, hoping to rescue a struggling band program as well as her career ambitions back home.

I love it and can't wait to watch!