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THOMAS HORN.. This young man had no acting experience. He appeared on 'Kids Jeopardy', and won $31,800. His appearance grabbed the attention of a Hollywood Producer, Scott Rudin. A Casting Agency tracked him down, and after interviewing around 3,000 children, Thomas was picked for the part of Oskar Schell, to star along with Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock in the film 'EXTREMELY LOUD and INCREDIBLY CLOSE'.. Thomas was sent to New York for a five day audition boot camp. He is said to be thoughtful and articulate in person, beyond his years. A dynamite performance. Thomas Horn won the 2012 Critics Choice Award for best young Actor.! Imagine, it was his first appearance in a film. Incredible fast start to a career.. Five Stars.!!
ASA BUTTERFIELD.. Young English actor starring in 'HUGO'..He started at age 7 after school in a Young Actors Theatre. He has also been in 'Son of Rambow', played Donny in 'Ashes To Ashes', the lead role in 'The Boy in The Striped Pajamas', (picked after auditioning hundreds of other boys by Director Mark Herman.) In 2010, he appeared with Anthony Hopkins in 'The Wolfman'. Starred as Norman Green in 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang', working together with Emma Thompson. He subsequently played the main character, Hugo Cabret, in Martin Scorsese's new 3D film 'HUGO'. He has been nominated for 'Most Promising Newcomer' and 'Young British Performer of the Year'. He has been named a 'Breakout' Star to watch for in 2011 and on. Excellent reviews. He is well recognized by his distinctive blue eyes, and outstanding performances.. DAKOTA GOYO.. Selected by Dreamworks Studios for 'Real Steel' co-starring with Hugh Jackman, (2011). Dakota started at age 5, in a CBS pilot 'Ultra'. He has extensive credits in Feature Films. His first lead role was in 'Resurrecting The Champ' in 2007, at age 6. 'Super Why', (2007), 'The Murdoch Mysteries' (2008), 'The Listener' (2008), 'My Neighbors Secret' (2009), 'Happy Town' (2009), he has also done voice work in Dreamworks Animation with Alec Baldwin, Jude Law, Hugh Jackman, Chris Pine and Isla Fisher. His natural acting, range, and ability to memorize scripts at such a young age, landed him many roles in Television, Film and Animation series. He displays a confidence and maturity that is beyond his years. We will see a lot more of this young actor in the future, with his natural talent and remarkable work ethic. Notable performances, stellar reviews.. ATTICUS SHAFFER.. Atticus stars as 'Brick Heck' on the ABC comedy 'The Middle'. He lives in Acton, CA., Discovered in 2006, and soon landed a guest role in the series, 'The Class'. Starred with Will Smith in 'Hancock'..He has also been in My Name is Earl, Days of Our Lives, Carpoolers, Out of Jimmies Head, and Human Giant. He has numerous other film and commercial credits. He displays an excellent talent for timing and comedy on 'The Middle', and has a bright future, I predict..Comedic and voiceover performance skills. Representation, The Osbrink Agency. MAX RECORDS.. From Portland, Oregon. (Born 1997) This fairly new young actor starred in 'The Brothers Bloom' as young Stephan. (2008).. His latest movie is called 'Where The Wild Things Are', (he plays 'Max') directed by Spike Jonze. Oct. 2009. We hear Max likes 'Jesus Christ Superstar', goat cheese, goofy bicycles, bass guitars, swordplay, 'Star Wars', texting, ancient Egypt, waffles with fresh berries, and 'The Simpsons'. (He also appeared in a few Music Videos at age 8.) I suspect you will be hearing more about Max in the near future! Definitely off to a good start. MADISON PETTIS.. Born in Arlington, Texas, (1998) this young star appeared in 'The Game Plan' with Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson. Fairly new to the big screen, she has done many TV appearances, including such shows as 'Hannah Montana', 'Cory in the House', 'Daddy's Little Girl', 'Take this Job and Love It' and even 'Barney and Friends'. Lots of TV interviews after her movie debut, and sure we will be seeing a lot more from Madison! The film was shot in Boston and Medford, MA. Several locals were hired as extras including Ms. Massachusetts, and twin girls who worked as a double and extras. ABIGAIL BRESLIN.. In the Biz since the age of three, Abbie, (born 1996), has an impressive resume of TV and Movie appearances. She started in commercials. Her first big movie was 'Signs' (2002), as Mel Gibson's daughter. Also was in 'Raising Helen' with Kate Hudson, and along side her real brother, Spencer Breslin. Even an Oscar nomination for her work in 'Little Miss Sunshine' in 2006. Intense performances, and known for her professional attitude. In 2007, she was nominated for best supporting actress at age 10. An excellent job of playing the part of 'Maya' in 2008 film, 'Definitely Maybe'. Along with Jodie Foster, she plays 'Nim' in 'Nim's Island', April 2008.! Hot young Star of the year.!!! RAYMOND OCHOA.. The Verizon FIOS Commercial kid.! ('Nice Truck') Great exposure on these commercials. Currently working on a Pilot for ABC TV called 'American Family', playing the part of 'Will'. Other TV appearances include 'Cold Case', '10 Items or Less', 'The Miracle Worker', 'Under The Knife'. If I had a crystal ball, I would say he will do well down the line in TV, Commercials and Movies.! Update: Look for Raymond in some National Commercials during the upcoming Holidays! (Believe it will be Ford, and Betty Crocker.) JOSH HUTCHERSON.. This young man from Kentucky has been in many films. Don't remember him? You will. He played Robin Williams son in the movie 'RV', also had a leading role in 'Bridge to Terabithia' (Filmed entirely in New Zealand.) Didn't see those? He was also in 'Polar Express' with Tom Hanks, (a groundbreaking film using motion performance capture.), 'Kicking and Screaming', (Universal), how about 'Zathura', or 'Firehouse Dog', 'Little Manhatten', 'Journey To the Center of the Earth 3D'. Talented, with monster credits for a young Actor. He also has a Young Artist Award, and several other TV credits, ranging from TNT, to ABC, and NBC. ('ER'). He also does movie and TV voice-overs. Josh likes football, soccer and triathlon competition. DYLAN AND COLE SPROUSE.. (Zack and Cody). Dylan and Cole are identical twins, born in 1992. In the 'Biz' in California at a very young age. From 1993 to 1998, they shared the role of Brett Butler's youngest child, Patrick Kelly, on ABC's hit series, "Grace Under Fire". The twins then moved on sharing a role as Julian in Adam Sandler's box office hit, "Big Daddy" (1999). They recently shared the lead role of Jeremiah in "The Heart is Deceitful Above All Things" (2004). On the Disney Channel, "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody", Dylan plays the part of Zack Martin, and Cole plays Cody Martin. ELLE FANNING.. Her film debut at age 3 was a younger version of her big sister's character in 'I Am Sam'. Recently in 'Door in the Floor'. Also was in 'Daddy Day Care' and 'Because of Winn Dixie'. Also in 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' (2008) and 'Nutcracker: The Untold Story' (2009). A sister act with durable talent. Yep.. The little sister of Dakota Fanning, with a bright future ahead. (More in Production.) FREDDIE HIGHMORE.. Born in 1992 in England. Has appeared in 9 movies, plus other TV invites like 'Oprah' and 'Ellen'. Freddie starred in 2004 movie, "Finding Neverland" with Johnny Depp. Reviews like: Fabulous! Supporting Actor material! Heart of the Movie! Excellent acting and chemistry with Depp. (Their Birthdays are even the same!) In Neverland, he played Peter Llewelyn Davies. Depp thought he was so good, he requested Freddie to be with him in 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'. (Freddie plays Charlie.) To release in 2005. Also in 'Two Brothers'. (2004). Neverland got mostly 'A' reviews. 'The Spiderwick Chronicles' (2008) and 'August Rush' (2007). As Evan Taylor, one of my favorite movies.!! Five Stars.!! SHIA LABEOUF.. Shia booked his own Agent and auditions before he was 14. He started as a guest on TV series 'Freaks and Geeks', and TV Movies 'Breakfast With Einstein'. He has worked the Disney Channel series 'Even Steven', 'Hounded', and 'The Stevens Get Even'. In 2003, film breakthroughs in three features. Family adventure 'Holes', the comedy 'When Harry Met Lloyd: Dumb and Dumberer' and action sequel 'Charlies Angels: Full Throttle'. What a bio. His latest filmography includes 'Indiana Jones' latest sequel, 'New York, I Love You', 'Transformers' and 'Eagle Eye'. MICAH KANTERS.. He's not a big star, you love him or you hate him. He is the 'ZOOM, ZOOM' boy in the Mazda commercials. The little fellow in the black suit is 12 year old Micah from Chicago. We mention him since many have asked who he is. The line, 'Zoom, Zoom, Zoom' is from a movie soundtrack, circa 1993 called 'Only The Strong' performed by Serapis Bey. Chorus plays in the background during commercials. This has been a catchy hit for Mazda.. FRANKIE MUNIZ.. We bring Frankie back again, as his career continues to climb. His FOX TV series 'Malcolm in the Middle' has seen it's last season. But, what a background. Commercials and Theatre soon led to roles in 'My Dog Skip', and 'Big Fat Liar'. Even did a solo commercial for the Superbowl for '3-D' chips. He was also in 'It Had To Be You', 'Little Man', and 'What the Deaf Man Heard'. Is that it? No, he also was in 'Miracle in Lane 2', 'Deuces Wild', 'Cody Banks', and 'Express Yourself', and MORE! Expect to see more of this young star soon on your TV, VCR. DVD, or in a Theatre near you. 'Cody Banks 2' doing very well in 2004! First week release did better than '50 First Dates'. ERIK PER SULLIVAN.. Who is he? Well, he started with no Agent. Erik tried out on an audition, (East Coast), and it was uphill from there. He was in 'Armageddon'. (1998). He played 'Fuzzy' in 'Cider House Rules'. (1999). Most recently, played the part of the younger Son 'Dewey' in the Fox comedy, 'Malcolm in the Middle'.!! Other credits include 'Christmas with the Kranks', the voice of Sheldon in 'Finding Nemo', and was in 'Unfaithful' (2002), and 'Joe Dirt' (2001). Erik is also a first degree black-belt in Tae Kwan Do, and speaks fluent Swedish as well as English. His Dad runs a popular Mexican restuarant. ELIJAH WOOD.. Frodo? 'Lord of the Rings'? Yes, we know, Elijah is not a kid anymore, but here is an example of a young star that started at age 7 with a Paula Abdul video, and grew up to be one of the most well respected and steadily employed actors of his generation! We may not have enough room for all his credits, but I am sure you would remember his big blue expressive eyes. Born in 1981, Wood moved to L.A. in 1988 from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he modeled and did local commercials. Some of his credits include: 'The Ice Storm', 'Flipper', 'The War', 'The Good Son' with MacCauley Culkin, 'Adventures of Huck Finn', 'Deep', 'The Faculty', 'Back to the Future II', 'Avalon, 'Paradise', 'Radio Flyer', and 'Forever Young' to name a few. Outstanding.. DAKOTA FANNING.. This little bundle of talent has been in TV and movies since the age of 5. Her first big movie was 'I AM SAM'. Aced out hundreds of other young performers that auditioned for a 'Tide' commercial, has also been on National TV series such as: Ally McBeal, 'ER', Malcolm in the Middle, C.S.I., The Practice, Spin City. See her also in movies, '24 Hours', and 'Sweet Home Alabama'. Also in 'Trapped', '24 Hours', 'Uptown Girls', and 'The Cat in the Hat'. Played Lily Owens in 'The Secret Life of Bees', and played the part of Cassie Holmes in 'Push'. (2009). DANIEL RADCLIFFE.. The Star of 'Harry Potter..and The Sorcerer's Stone'. A young man from Fulham, West London. He got the part with a little 'help' from his Mom, who is a Casting Agent. His Father is a literary Agent for ICM. He had previous experience playing the young David Copperfield for the BBC in 1999. He does have excellent qualities, described as 'gentle, watchful, with naturalness and innocence'. Very expressive eyes, a magical quality, and apparently liked by all on the set. Unconfirmed, alleged reports of his voice 'cracking' late in the shoot. |
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