Michael Gmur, SAG-AFTRA Actor, Writer & Producer; breaks down his audition process and how it's evolved throughout his career, what it means to 'book the room' and what keeps him motivated to keep creating Art in the current economic state of the industry and the world.

Michael Gmur Bio:

Michael can be seen on Netflix opposite Margaret Qualley in Ethan Coen's "Honey Don't!" in not one, but two roles. He was recently cast as a co-lead in a major production with A-list talent. Michael's first role in a major film was in "Book Club" where he acted as the comedic relief opposite Jane Fonda and Don Johnson. Since then, Michael has taken on a wide range of Lead and strong supporting roles in various feature films ranging from the masked killer in "Straight On Till Morning" (recently released across all major streaming platforms), to the gay conservative in "I Voted", a suspense thriller starring Eric Roberts. Michael has had the opportunity to train with some of the best including Donald Petrie (Director of Grumpy Old Men, and Miss Congeniality) and most recently has trained with Richard Robichaux who can be seen in almost every Linklater film. Michael graduated with a BA in theater in 2015 and before that served in the Marine Corps from 2006-2010 where he deployed to Afghanistan with Marine Special Operations Command and got out as a Sgt. Outside of acting, Michael enjoys spending time outside. He loves hiking, camping, swimming, and doing yoga. Most recently Michael climbed Mount Fuji after finishing some work on a AAA video game in Japan. in 2019 Michael solo walked 3,333 miles from Portland Maine to San Diego California raising money for homeless veterans. Michael also enjoys singing and has a great voice for crooning and country. If Michael didn't love acting so much, he would likely switch to full-time treasure hunting.

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Welcome to Hook Em' & Book Em' - The ultimate podcast for actors navigating the world of film and modern audition landscape all across the globe. Join actors from all over the world as we pull back the curtain on the audition process and discuss what keeps them motivated to keep performing and how they got their start in acting.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your acting journey, we deliver the insights, tips, and industry secrets you need to book your next role. From mastering your self-tape setup to dissecting what casting directors actually want, we’ve got you covered.

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