"Yes, and I feel like it makes me emotional because there are so many incredible men and women that came before me that were part of this crusade, you know, to get this category nominated. It's a job people outside the industry may not know even exists or what it's all about."
"This work started for me being obsessed with people-watching. I always say I'm like psyched to be on jury duty. I love the DMV. I love all the places that people hate. The cast of "Marty Supreme" includes A-list names like Timothée Chalamet and Gwyneth Paltrow but it's the names you may not know that thrill a casting director."
"I met her originally for a show I did called 'Euphoria' and she wasn't right, you know? And it's six years later, she was right! The great part of the story is that happened with Odessa. She's also the one who has to let people know when they're not chosen for a role."
The 2025 Oscars will debut a historic new category recognizing achievement in casting, the first addition since Best Animated Film in 2001. Casting directors play a crucial behind-the-scenes role in selecting actors to bring scripts to life. Jennifer Venditti, nominated for her work on "Marty Supreme," describes casting as rooted in people-watching and finding the right talent for each role. The job involves discovering both established stars and emerging talent, sometimes requiring years to find the perfect fit for a performer. Venditti's work on "Marty Supreme" features A-list actors like Timothée Chalamet and Gwyneth Paltrow alongside lesser-known performers. She competes against casting directors from other nominated films for this inaugural award.
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