Open Casting Call Brings Hundreds Looking For Fame

Hundreds of hopefuls came out to the open casting call for "Boot Tracks," an independent film starring Matt Dillon and Michelle Monaghan, at on Sunday.

Casting directors were looking for people of all ages and types, amateurs and professionals, to be background extras in the psychological thriller.

The process was a quick one, with applicants each taking a few minutes to fill out a notecard, get an assigned number and snap a headshot.

"I’m an actress, but I believe my boyfriend will be the type they want even though he’s not acting," said Carla Petroski, who brought her boyfriend John Ward with her.

"There was a little arm-twisting," Ward admitted.

Petroski and Ward are also hoping the movie crew will want Ward's car, a '91 Thunderbird, in the film. They said the movie crew asked for a photo to get a look at it.

Malinda Koncar of Willowick heard about the call from her aunt, and came with friend and model Brittany Segina. The two had been working on a bridal show for the charity Gowns 4 Hope and came to get their faces out there.

Organizers estimated that over 600 people showed up to the call, coming from all over Ohio and even from out of state.

"We've seen a really great turnout," said Sarabeth West with Stark Enterprises, the company that handles management and development for Crocker Park. "The weather held up, so that was great and they've been busy."

West said she does not know if the film will be shooting at Crocker Park, but said it would make a great, central location for an on-site shoot. The film will spend four weeks filming in the Cleveland area this spring.

Anyone unable to attend the open call can e-mail their name, age, height, weight, phone number, and a recent picture or two, with the name in the subject line.