What I’m up to right now

“You have to die a few times before you can really live.” – Charles Bukowski I have always been an avid reader. When as a teenager I discovered Charles Bukowski I was literally enraptured by his writing, so much that I could no longer appreciate any other writer, everything seemed lifeless and fictitious. I know…

Week 06, 2022 – Every once in a while, a shortlist of 5 things that caught my interest lately, with a few notes. 1. Best video I’ve seen lately Lee Ralph, the skateboarder who vanished. What a great video directed by Madelaine Chapman for The Spinoff’s ‘Scratched’ web series. Hailing from New Zealand, Lee Ralph…

Week 17, 2021 – Every once in a while, a shortlist of 5 things that caught my interest lately, with a few notes. 1. Best movie I’ve seen lately Micro Men (2009). What a great movie. This docudrama has been on my to-watch list for a long time. Directed by Saul Metzstein (Guy X, Late…

I’ve been casting everything from commercials to feature films since 2006, and I got asked quite often if I could share some tips to nail the perfect audition. Personally, I have a good reputation for putting people at ease and taking my time for each actor, but YES I’m also very demanding. While I strongly…

I haven’t been posting anything here for almost 2 years, but there’s something I strongly feel the urge to shout out today:

Happy new year, it’s 2019! Yes, I’m a bit late to the party but still don’t want to miss. Looking behind, I must admit my 2018 has been very busy and tough but a good one. I threw myself on new challenges, both professionally and personally. 2018 marked my debut in film production with our…

Week 23, 2018 – Every once in a while, a shortlist of 5 things that caught my interest lately, with a few notes. 1. Best movie I’ve seen lately Spivak. Found this little gem on Netflix and really enjoyed. Btw, great cast, built by Riva Cahn-Thompson and Mary Vernieu. Starring Michael Bacall in the main role, just perfect…

Week 22, 2018 – Every once in a while, a shortlist of 5 things that caught my interest lately, with a few notes. 1. Best movie I’ve seen lately Making Fun: The Story of Funko. I came across this cool documentary on Netflix and pretty enjoyed it. I think everybody on the planet knows about…

Week 21, 2018 – Every once in a while, a shortlist of 5 things that caught my interest lately, with a few notes. 1. Best movie I’ve seen lately With no doubt, Isle of Dogs is my best pick of the week. If you like Wes Anderson, you will love this movie. I’ve been reading…

I’m leaving Facebook. I’ve never been a very active user I must admit, but lately I was spending too much time on it. I’ve first registered in 2015 after a client of mine asked me why I wasn’t on Facebook: “It’s such a powerful tool to promote yourself and keep contacts“. He helped me sign…