Unique faces for unforgettable stories

Who We Are

We are passionate about casting and about faces that tell stories. We don’t look for simple extras: we select people who can turn every frame into emotion, blending talent, personality, and authenticity.

We believe in the power of images and in their ability to communicate a story in a single moment. That’s why we combine traditional casting with street casting, exploring real environments to discover authentic, unique faces to bring to the screen.

Directors We’ve Worked With:

Paolo Sorrentino, Francis Ford Coppola, Joe Wright, Angelina Jolie, Louis Leterrier, Paolo Virzì, Matteo Garrone, Emanuele Crialese, Harmony Korine, Valerio Mastandrea and many more.

Casting Showcase

  • LA GRAZIA (2026) – directed by Paolo Sorrentino

    La Grazia is an intense and visionary story, portraying the human experience with delicacy and depth. The film floats between beauty, silence, and mystery, creating a truly captivating cinematic world.

    For this project, we handled the background casting, contributing to the authenticity and atmosphere of Sorrentino’s unique vision.

  • M – THE SON OF THE CENTURY (2024) – Directed by Joe Wright

    M – The Son of the Century is a television series directed by Joe Wright, depicting the rise of Benito Mussolini and the birth of Fascism in Italy.

    We managed the background casting in Rome and Naples, coordinating 12,000 extras and contributing to a realistic and large-scale reconstruction of the period.

    Awards & Recognition:
    Series of the Year (Nastri d’Argento Grandi Serie 2025).

  • WITHOUT BLOOD (2025) – Directed by Angelina Jolie

    Without Blood is a film by Angelina Jolie, adapted from Alessandro Baricco’s novel, exploring memory, revenge, and the possibility of healing through an intimate and symbolic story.

    We managed the background casting, selecting authentically South American faces to strengthen the film’s visual and cultural identity.

  • NONOSTANTE (2024) – Directed by Valerio Mastandrea

    Nonostante is a film by Valerio Mastandrea that explores life stories, relationships, and difficult choices with sensitivity and depth.

    For this project, we coordinated the background casting, selecting faces that brought the scenes to life and added warmth and authenticity to the story.

    Awards:
    Winner Nastro d’Argento 2025: Best Original Story.

  • FAST AND FURIOUS 10 (2023) – Directed by Louis Leterrier

    Fast X, directed by Louis Leterrier, takes the Fast & Furious saga to a new epic level, featuring breathtaking chases and spectacular stunts filmed in Rome.

    The film celebrates the legacy of the series with high-octane action and achieved great success at the box office.

  • THE HAND OF GOD (2021) – Directed by Paolo Sorrentino

    The Hand of God, directed by Paolo Sorrentino, tells the story of 1980s Naples, weaving personal memories with intense moments. It was an honor to be part of this project, contributing to an emotional and delicate story.

    Major Awards:
    Academy Awards 2022 Nomination; Golden Globe (Best Foreign Language Film Nomination); Venice Film Festival 2021 (Silver Lion, Grand Jury Prize); David di Donatello 2022. Numerous international critics’ awards and nominations.

  • L’IMMENSITÀ (The Immensity) (2022) – Directed by Emanuele Crialese

    L’immensità (The Immensity), directed by Emanuele Crialese, is an intense story set in 1970s Rome, exploring identity, family bonds, and the desire for freedom, featuring a powerful performance by Penélope Cruz. We contributed to the project by managing the background casting, helping bring this prestigious work to life.

    Awards & Recognition:
    In competition: 79th Venice Film Festival (competing for the Golden Lion); Nastri d’Argento 2023 (Best Original Story); Nominated David di Donatello Awards.

  • SICCITÀ (Drought) (2022) – Directed by Paolo Virzì

    Siccità(Drought), directed by Paolo Virzì, is an ensemble film set in a Rome affected by water scarcity, where intertwined stories explore fragility, fears, and the desire for renewal. A contemporary portrait of the contradictions of our society.

    Awards & Recognition:
    Opening Film Out of Competition, 79th Venice Film Festival; Nominated David di Donatello; Nastri d’Argento.

  • CABRINI (2024) – Directed by Alejandro Gomez Monteverde

    Cabrini, directed by Alejandro Gomez Monteverde, tells the extraordinary life of Saint Francesca Cabrini, a visionary woman devoted to helping the most vulnerable across Italy and the United States.

    It was a true privilege to be part of this production, managing the background casting and contributing, with dedication and passion, to bringing Cabrini’s story to the big screen.

  • LE MYTHE DIOR (2020) – Directed by Matteo Garrone

    Le Mythe Dior, directed by Matteo Garrone for Christian Dior, is a dreamlike fashion film where haute couture garments become living myths among nymphs, fauns, and mermaids, celebrating the Fall‑Winter 2020/2021 collection.

    Awards & Recognition:
    Best Fashion Film Fashion Film Festival Milano.

  • BORN IN ROMA VALENTINO (2019) – Directed by Harmony Korine

    Born in Roma, directed by Harmony Korine, is Valentino’s campaign celebrating style, energy, and freedom, blending couture elegance with the urban spirit of the Eternal City, featuring Adut Akech and Anwar Hadid.

    For the background casting, we conducted a street casting to find authentic, young, and trendy faces: cool boys and girls, trendsetters, and contemporaries, perfect for embodying the campaign’s mood and making each scene unique and vibrant.

  • THE NEW POPE (2019) – Created and Directed by Paolo Sorrentino

    The New Pope, created and directed by Paolo Sorrentino, is a dramatic series set in the Vatican, starring Jude Law and John Malkovich. It explores power, faith, and relationships with an elegant and human perspective.

    Awards & Recognition:
    Best TV Series Venice TV Award 2020; Golden Globe Italiano 2020; Campari Passion for the Cinema Award; Nomination A.C.S. Award for directing by Sorrentino.

Our Services

Casting Extras for Film, Television, and Commercials

We select unique faces and personalities capable of bringing depth and character to every scene, helping to tell the story authentically.

Street casting

We look for real people, not professionals, to bring spontaneity and authenticity to our projects.

Casting Extras

We cast extras of all ages, diverse cultural backgrounds, and unique talents; musicians, athletes, artists, and professionals bringing authenticity and realism to every scene

Creative Consulting

We recommend faces that bring out the visual composition and emotional tone of every scene, adding depth and authenticity to your project.

Production Support

We assist casting directors, directors, and assistant directors with a fast and professional process, leveraging our extensive database of available extras and specialized roles.

On-Set Services

We manage extras, logistics, permits, and our database, ensuring organized and efficient scenes ready to meet every production need.

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