As Baz Luhrmann’s “Elvis” continues to wow audiences, Austin Butler is winning rave reviews and Oscar buzz for his portrayal of the iconic showman. Casting director Denise Chamian, C.S.A., first sp…
Casting director Denise Chamian, C.S.A., first spotted Butler’s talent in 2013 when she was casting Wes Ball’s film “The Maze Runner.” Butler didn’t get a part because he played a little too young, but he remained on her radar.
At the time he played a little too young for them, and I think that’s one of the reasons that he wasn’t included in the things I’ve auditioned him for throughout the years. Anytime we did a major search, he was always in the mix.This happens a lot with casting directors, you’ll meet somebody when they’re very young. If they’re good, you keep bringing them back and you’re always trying to fit that person into the right slot.
I had a list of my own people. When we got to Austin, I said, “This is your Elvis,” and Baz just looked at me. It’s a pretty big statement to make. Shortly thereafter, I had Austin go on tape and that started the process of Baz meeting with him, doing a workshop in New York and we tested him along with other actors.
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