Standing-In for Kate Winslet in "Revolutionary Road" while DP Roger Deakins works his magic
Of all the pay-the-bills jobs I’ve had over the years, the one that people seem most curious about is my history as a stand-in for actresses on television and film sets. In case you’ve never heard of this occupation, the sole purpose of the stand-in is to…wait for… it… stand in for the “real” actor/actress during the hours it takes to light and set the scene. Non-“industry” folks are often surprised to learn how unglamorous the job of the stand-in really is. Typically, it’s Read more [...] Monica McCarthy - Life Stylista
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The Secret Super Power of A Stand-In (And Every Good Storyteller)
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012Standing-In for Kate Winslet in "Revolutionary Road" while DP Roger Deakins works his magic
Of all the pay-the-bills jobs I’ve had over the years, the one that people seem most curious about is my history as a stand-in for actresses on television and film sets. In case you’ve never heard of this occupation, the sole purpose of the stand-in is to…wait for… it… stand in for the “real” actor/actress during the hours it takes to light and set the scene. Non-“industry” folks are often surprised to learn how unglamorous the job of the stand-in really is. Typically, it’s Read more [...] 
Hi! I'm Monica and I believe in choosing, living, and sharing our own stories.
In 2011 I left the world of acting behind to pursue writing, traveling, and a life worth telling about. What's your story? The world is waiting.
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