AACTA Episodes

Episode 100: The Milestone, the Memories, and the New Mission In this landmark 100th episode of Two Unemployed Actors, host Max Belmonte reflects on the journey from a 20-year corporate career to becoming a dedicated Actor and Producer. This isn't just a look back; it’s a strategic deep dive into what it takes to survive and thrive in the Australian screen industry. We revisit the highs, the lows (including a Subaru-induced Vespa accident), and the incredible insights shared by world-class...

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1. The Casting Director’s Role in Production Anousha explains how casting directors are often the first "heads of department" hired. They are frequently brought on during the development stage—sometimes years before a project is financed—to attach high-profile actors to help secure funding and distribution. 2. Authentic Casting and High Ground She shares the intensive process of casting the First Nations film High Ground. This involved traveling to remote communities to find authentic perform...

Episode 80: Two Actors Survive the Pandemic Welcome to the first episode of 2022! After a transformative year of lockdowns and industry shifts, Max and Sam are back to share how they navigated the "unemployed" life, kept their creative sparks flying, and prepared for a massive year ahead. In this episode, we dive deep into the reality of being a working actor in Australia during a global crisis, from the frustration of cancelled gigs to the unexpected "wins" that come when the industry finall...

Episode Overview In Episode 56, Max and Sam take you behind the scenes of the unpredictable Acting world, covering everything from unscripted canine co-stars to major industry milestones. Max shares a wild commercial audition involving his dog Fred and talks about his exclusive invitation to vote in the AACTA Drama Chapter. Meanwhile, Sam celebrates booking a rare paid short film, shares a hilarious "wrong script" mishap, and the boys break down the business reality of budget voiceover platforms...

Episode 54: Self-Tape Mix-Ups, Commercial Auditions, & The Reality of Voice Acting Ever prepared for a self-tape only to realize you read for the wrong character entirely? That's exactly how Max kicks off this week's episode. From hilarious audition mishaps to a deep-dive masterclass into the business of voice acting, Max and Sam are pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to survive between projects. Whether you are looking to break into the voiceover industry, wondering if high-...

Episode 29: A Recruiter Tried to Fix My "Unemployment" & The Invisible Man Review 📝 Episode Summary In this jam-packed episode, Max and Sam dive into a whirlwind week of stage, screen, and industry updates across Sydney. Max shares what it’s like to rehearse with script in hand after sudden cast dropouts for the upcoming play Lipstick, while their background Lego Millennium Falcon build continues to evolve. From there, it’s a full cultural debrief: an opening-night review of Bell Shakes...