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South China Morning Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Netflix investigates mistreatment claims on set of K-drama ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines'
Netflix is investigating allegations of mistreatment on the set of its South Korean drama series When Life Gives You Tangerines, after accusations of extras facing abuse and neglect surfaced on social media. Earlier this week, numerous anonymous users took to X, formerly Twitter, to accuse the production of workplace abuse during filming. The posts alleged that extras were given inadequate protection from the cold weather and were forced to cut their hair to make wearing wigs easier, among other complaints. Other users claimed that the production crew tried to cut their wages and that they were not provided with funds for accommodation, despite having had to travel to different regions to work on set. None of the users have been verified to be actual workers from the show yet, according to Korea JoongAng Daily. 'We are currently reviewing the facts surrounding the incident,' a Netflix spokesperson said on Wednesday, according to The Korea Times.
CBS News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Paid extras needed for "How to Rob a Bank," Amazon movie filming in Pittsburgh area
"How to Rob a Bank," a new Amazon MGM Studios movie set to film in the Pittsburgh area, is looking for paid extras. Movie Casting PGH is looking for background actors of all ages to be in "How to Rob a Bank," the latest feature film from director David Leitch — who has directed "Deadpool 2," "Fast and Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw" and "Bullet Train," among others. His latest film's cast will feature Pete Davidson, Zoë Kravitz, Nicholas Hoult, Anna Sawai and Rhenzy Feliz. Production is set to begin in the Pittsburgh area in mid-June and run through August. The background extras will portray sports fans, law enforcement officers, diner patrons, and more, Movie Casting PGH said. No experience is necessary. "We will be looking for folks who can join us for multiple days - and looking for people who could work 1-2 days here or there," the casting call said. General background actors can expect 10- to 14-hour days, with a pay of $250 for those 12 hours, plus overtime. More information about requirements and the application process can be found online. The movie is set to release in September 2026, Movie Casting PGH said. "How to Rob a Bank" is the latest film in need of paid extras in the Pittsburgh area. Extras are also needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh next month. The movie follows chocolate pioneer Milton Hershey and his wife. The main cast features Finn Wittrock and Alexandra Daddario as Milton and Catherine Hershey, respectively.
CBS News
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Paid extras sought for "Prison Break" reboot pilot filming in West Virginia
A Pittsburgh casting company is looking for paid extras to be in the pilot episode of a "Prison Break" reboot. The reboot from 20th Television for Hulu stars Emily Browning of "One More Shot," Lukas Gage of "Euphoria" and Drake Rodger of "The Winchesters." It will be directed by Elgin James, whose work includes "The Outlaws" and "Mayans M.C." Mosser Casting needs extras to portray prisoners, guards, body builders, townspeople, line dancers and more when the pilot films in the area of Moundsville, West Virginia, in June. All ages are needed, but especially men 18 years or older. No experience is necessary. Details about the reboot are limited, but Variety reports it's not expected to feature the characters at the center of the original show. It will exist in the same universe, but focus on a new crew of inmates. Starring Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell, the original "Prison Break" was on the air for five seasons. "When his brother is wrongly convicted of murder, a structural engineer resolves to bust his sibling out of the notorious Fox River State Penitentiary," the description on Netflix reads. Filming will take place between June 6 through June 30 in the areas of Moundsville and West Virginia, about an hour from Pittsburgh. There's no filming on Saturdays and Sundays. The pay is $210 for a 12-hour guarantee, and extras are told to expect 12- to 14-hour days. Extras also must have transportation to and from the set. Those interested can find more information about how to apply online.
