script that will require nudity. Keep sides (not a full version of a script) available for actors to read. This allows an actor to read the context in which nudity plays a part in a scene.
I’ve been asked many different kinds of questions when casting roles that require nudity. Usually it’s “can you shoot the role without the nudity?” or “what will exactly be shown on camera?” It’s helpful to have this dialogue with potential actors early on. I have found as a filmmakers that when actors ask questions it helps tighten my vision of how I will shoot those scenes. Be clear and direct on what will be expected of actors and how you will shoot each scene. Share your creative vision for these scenes. Remember to be respectful and answer all the questions an actor might ask you about scenes involving nudity. Strong communication is important.
During the casting of