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Killers of the Flower Moon (Feature Film) is a movie adaptation of the book Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI, which is the third non-fiction book by the American journalist David Grann. The book was released on April 18, 2017, by Double Day. Time magazine lists Killers of the Flower Moon as one of the top ten non-fiction books of 2017. 

The upcoming movie adaptation is directed by Martin Scorsese and will star Leonardo DiCaprio, Jesse Plemons, and Robert De Niro. The movie’s budget is over $200 million and will be released theatrically by Paramount Pictures and stream on Apple TV+.

About Killers of the Flower Moon:

BERLIN - FEBRUARY 10: Actor Robert De Niro attends the premiere to promote the movie 'The Good Shepherd' during the 57th Berlin International Film Festival on February 10, 2007 in Berlin, Germany (Denis Makarenko / Shutterstock.com)

Based on David Grann’s best-selling book, the Apple TV+ Original film adaptation takes place in 1920s Oklahoma and centers around a string of brutal murders of Osage Nation Native Americans, which later is known as the Reign of Terror. The Osage Nation, who ere the richest people in the world, were killed one by one after oil was discovered on their land. As the murders increased, the newly-created Federal Bureau of Investigation took the case and discovered a conspiracy and one of the deadliest crimes in American history.

Actress Lily Gladstone, who is a descendant of the Blackfeet and New Perce tribes, will play the role of Mollie Burkhart, an Osage Nation member married to Ernest Burkhart, who is the nephew of a local rancher. Leonardo DiCaprio will play Burkhart and Robert De Niro will play his uncle in the movie adaptation.

Martin Scorsese is producing and directing Killers of the Flower Moon for Apple Studios and Imperative Entertainment. Eric Roth is writing the screenplay.

Killers of the Flower Moon Cast:

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• Leonardo DiCaprio as Ernest Burkhart
• Jesse Plemons as Tom White
• Robert De Niro as William Hale
• Lily Gladstone as Mollie Burkhart

Crew Call: "Killers of the Flower Moon"

Crew call: The feature film “KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON” is seeking Oklahoma-based crew for their upcoming production. Filming will occur in the Bartlesville / Osage County area from spring to late summer 2021 Based on David Grann’s highly praised best-seller, Martin Scorsese’s “KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON” is set in 1920’s Oklahoma and depicts the serial murder of members of the oil-wealthy Osage Nation, a string of brutal crimes that came to be known as the Reign of Terror. Positions are available in the following departments:

• Construction (propmakers, painters, greensman, laborers)
• Food Service
• Wardrobe & Costumers
• Hair Stylists & Make-up Artists
• Health & Safety / Medics
• Office/Administrative Work
• Logistics & Security

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Killers of the Flower Moon Casting Call

Extras Casting Call

We are holding a VIRTUAL OPEN CALL for EXTRAS to appear in Martin Scorsese's major motion picture "KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON"!

Filming will occur in the Tulsa / Bartlesville / Osage County area from Spring to late Summer 2021. We are in need of persons 18 and older and of all ethnicities.

It’s an easy and fun way to play a part in a film portraying 1920's Oklahoma! While we would normally hold a large open call for extras on this film (as we did last year), current conditions caused us to create a virtual version instead.

The virtual open call will consist of simply filling out an online questionnaire & providing the casting office with a little bit of information.

In your submission: 

• Natural looks only please. No fake eyelashes or heavy makeup, although foundation is okay. 
• Additional Note - Anyone selected to appear in the film would be asked to start growing out their hair and facial hair, including eyebrows (women), so that they can eventually be styled according to the era of the story.

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Horseback Riders, "Killers of the Flower Moon" Native American Horseback Riders Needed for Major Film Western Style Riders & Team Drivers Needed Multiple Days A major motion picture, soon to film in Oklahoma, is looking for Native American skilled horseback riders to appear for multiple days in the project. These persons, male or female, aged 18-70, must be skilled horse people. They must be able to ride Western style and should be available for multiple days throughout filming, from May to September in northeastern Oklahoma. Ideally, these persons live within 50 miles of the Bartlesville or Pawhuska, Oklahoma area, or must be willing to travel to the location at their own expense. Travel and housing is not provided. Acting experience is not necessary. The film is also looking for Native Americans skilled at driving a horse team. If you or someone you know is skilled in that area, please indicate so on the submission. Those applying will not be asked to provide their own horse. The horse wrangler assigned to the film will provide all horses to be used in the film. There is pay for these positions, varied by experience. We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit performers without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless otherwise specifically indicated.

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