Welcome to Alza Acting Studio & Alza 44films Ltd. Productions.Alza Acting Studio Schedule Casting Director Millie Tom and Alza on Audition technique " Millie Tom Casting Associate, RDC Casting (The Incredible Hulk, Love Guru) Jan 24 th & 25th Alza 44 Films is excited to announce that the feature 'Pay in Full' and the short "Open Your Eyes Katarina' has now entered post production. 'Pay in Full' is directed by award winning actor/filmmaker, Walter Alza (Get Rich or Die Tryin') and stars Walter Alza, Mike Realba (Saw IV, The House), Alan Van Sprang (Narc, Land of the Dead) and in her major motion picture debut, Jane Hailes. The feaure also stars a great supporting cast. Check back soon for more information. WALTER ALZA Known for his Leading and Character work and for his knack at picking up accents and portraying characters from diverse nationalities. Walter has played a spectrum of Eastern Europeans, South American, Italians and French roles gathering him rave reviews, including from The Globe and Mail, The Sun, The US Anglo and Spanish markets, ET Canada and almost every entertainment show in Toronto and media in LA. The Work Awards Among Alza's many awards and nominations is the ReelWorld Trailblazer Award, presented to an individual in the film and video industry who is finding new ways to approach the craft, who represents a voice contributing to the cultural diversity that makes Canada a vibrant country, and a professional making great strides. The recipient of the 2004 Award of Merit from the Multi Mansions Association. Alza involves himself in many humanitarian events and charities, such as the Latin Talent Fashion Show--a fundraiser for Colombian streets kids, and the Miss Albania 2004 pageant with proceeds to the Multi Mansions Association for the handicapped and the Kids Albanian Community. Alza founded United Millennium, an annual event where artists from different disciplines, including filmmakers, showcase their work and network. Winner of The Reel World Trailblazer Award, presented to individuals who represent a voice contributing to the cultural diversity that makes Canada a vibrant country, and a professional making great strides. The City of Toronto has Awarded Walter Alza with a distinction for his Community work and contribution to the Multicultural Mosaic of the Greater Mega City Of Toronto & G.T.A. Alza Acting Studio Walter Also has taught at the Faculty of Equity Showcase as well he teaches all over Ontario and overseas giving conferences and workshops and is frequently invited as a guest speaker and moderator for ACTRA (THE ACTORS UNION) Conference and Film Festivals. Walter teaches dancer how to find their character in their dance form, has also taught at the arabesque academy of belly dance. Walter also teaches his workshops with casting directors and other industry professionals. Alza has worked in USA, Cuba, Ireland, London and Argentina among many places. Alza 44films Ltd. The multi-talented actor recently turned director and producer has starred and directed also "Dead All my Life," written by award-winning writer Julio Palmierie and shot by award-winning Director of Photography Levko Mossosky.
Reviews on Alza work (available online www.walteraza.com)
Actors/Students feedback (available online www.walteraza.com) Some reviews: Liz Braun, The Toronto Sun "Walter Alza gives an IMPRESSIVE performance"
Star: Re (Get Rich Or Die Trying: Walter, A Scene Stealer) Walter Alza nails the part as a homicidal killer in 'Get Rich or Die Trying' " - Mississauga News Alza co-starred with 50 Cent and Oscar Nominee Terrance Howard in 'Get Rich or Die Trying'; a Paramount Pictures' film with six-time Oscar Nominee and Director Jim Sheridan. Alza played Raoul Del Gato, a New York's King Pin. "Walter Alza is delicious as the testosterone - driven, boorish waiter Slavic." - John Doyle, Globe and Mail Alza plays a jealous, hot-headed Russian room-service waiter name Slavic, in Ken Finkleman's series 'At The Hotel' on CBC. 4 Stars The Globe and Mail: Watch Walter Alza as lead actor on METROPIA, a weekly Canadian TV series rolling out 90 episodes on OMNI 1 and 2: Monday to Thursday 11:00 p.m. and 11:30, and Sundays at 9:00 p.m - A new urban and trendy lifestyle drama from Toronto. It features Alza as Andreas Maradona. With superb work habits & impeccable honesty I watched him work flawlessly with Academy Award winning director Jim Sheridan & first timer 50 cent. In my opinion Walter can be only a help to anyone he works with & will shine in any role he takes on. Omar Miller (Get Rich or Die Tryin', Shall We Dance, 8 Mile, Law & Order, Things We Lost in the FireMiracle at St. Anna; Spike Lee.) Los Angeles -Walter Alza Nails the part as the homicidal killer in Get Rich Or Die trying- Mississauga News
"Walter is the first Canadian -Latin to have a lead role in a series in Canada." TV Guide, El Popular ShowBiz Weekly Toronto- Walter Alza, a multi-talented actor… WALTER ALZA DIRECTING Redemption, Tears & Trains "Very moving!!! A fantastic short, the music truly emphasized the feelings that were unspoken. It's a happy ending that still leaves us with the uestion...what happens next?" -Camilla Di Giuseppe, CityTV (CP24) News Anchor "One of the coolest-looking and most moving short films I have seen in a long time. The combination of emotional acting, gutsy camerawork and colorful digital effects gives it a dream-like quality that reminds me of German silent films in the 1920s. The music adds additional punch with which to draw out the viewers emotions. Despite almost no dialogue, you have given your characters such a human face that only the hard hearted and cynical could watch it and NOT be moved. Good work my friend and best of luck." -Jason Reid, Producer/Writer/ Channel 23 Journalist "Great flick!!! I thought that with the little amount of time you had to write and shoot this short, the outcome is awesome. The actors and the way it was shot depict the story very well. I also like the fact that there is no dialogue, it makes the viewer put their own emotions and thought into what is going on." -Elite Athlete Management "...beautifully shot short drama.." -ZedTV "I just watched Redemption...it was absolutely visually stunning--and a surprise touching ending with the little girl and her father. Congrats Walter, it makes me want to get back to making films." “Walter Alza is a talented storyteller. The acting conveys, without dialogue, the tangled relationships between the protagonists. The camerawork creates an atmosphere fraught with emotion and recrimination. The initially ambiguous plot resolves itself in a surprise ending.” "Walter Alza's Redemption, Trains and Tears is a bold and courageous effort. It is an achievement in DV film making both technically and artistically and engages the audience with its moving story line." Bill Coulter Toronto
Globe and Mail, March 7, 2006 > Star Week, Toronto Star, Oct. 22, 2004 > Press Conference Jan. 11, 2006 > ReelWorld Film Festival, 2005 > El Mondo Latino News, Dec.24, 2004 > Hispanic Magazine, Nov. 2005 > TorontoHispano.com, Nov.2, 2004 > Vida Latina News, Nov./Dec., 2004 >
The ReelWorld Trailblazer Award Winner 2005 The ReelWorld Trailblazer is presented to up-and-coming voices contributing to the cultural diversity making Canada such a vibrant country; an individual in the film and video industry finding new ways to approach the craft; a professional making great strides. Accomplished Walter Alza -- Vida Latina CTV E talk daily Walter: Canada’s very own bad Boy Ever the pioneer in his chosen craft of acting, Walter is now making Canadian theatrical history. Alza is the first Spanish/Canadian actor to have a leading role in a series in Canada. TV GUIIDE , & DIARIO POPULAR THE MISSISSAUGA NEWS quotes, "Walter Alza is the changing face of television.. " "Walter is the first Hispanic/Canadian to have a lead role in a series in Canada". DIARIO Popular & TV GUIDE "Walter Alza, The Most Recognized Latin Actor In Canada" Mundo Latino News (Dec 24, 2004) The Albanian Times Newspaper quotes " Walter Alza as the Best Actor of The Year" Liz Brawn from The Toronto Sun - Walter Alza gives an IMPRESSIVE performance as the hot while ShowBiz Weekly Toronto quoted in its weekly magazine that -A multi-talented actor. It is hard to summarize Walter Alza, but if we would really have to we would say that when talking about him eclectic becomes an understatement. Walter is the bearer of loyalty, a fighter for the underprivileged and lover of peacefulness - all in one. www.salsaspot.com
Hispanic Pride News Jan 2005 (Orgullo Latino) "...It is hard to summarize Walter Alza, but if we would really have to we would say that when talking about him eclectic becomes an understatement. Walter is the bearer of loyalty, a fighter for the underprivileged and lover of peacefulness - all in one..." www.salsaspot.com The Globe and Mail: Metropia 4 stars **** Metropia OMNI.2, Mon to Frid, 11:00 p.m.& 11:30; OMNI.1, Sundays, 9 "This talented actor's extensive and diverse body of work, has made him the most recognizable Latino actor in Canada. Aside from his achievements within the Latin community, Walter is the hope for those that wish to follow in his footsteps." - El Mundo Latino News, Ana Romero-Ramos Ever the pioneer in his chosen craft of acting, Walter is now making Canadian theatrical history. Walter is the first actor of Argentinean/Latin descent to play the lead character in any series ever produced in Canada!!! Walter Alza Press in LA & TO. RE: co-starring as Raoul in Oscar nominee director Jim Sheridan's new film "GET RICH OR DIE TRYIN' " and Ken Finkleman's Hotel:
CTV E talk daily (800.000 viewers) Canada’s very own bad Boy Walter Alza's Director Reviews on "Redemption, Tears & Trains" "Redemption, Tears & Trains" "Very moving!!! A fantastic short, the music truly emphasized the feelings that were unspoken. It's a happy ending that still leaves us with the question...what happens next?" "One of the coolest-looking and most moving short films I have seen in a long time. The combination of emotional acting, gutsy camerawork and colorful digital effects gives it a dream-like quality that reminds me of German silent film in the 1920s. The music adds additional punch with which to draw out the viewers emotions. Despite almost no dialogue, you have given your characters such a human face that only the hard hearted and cynical could watch it and NOT be moved. Good work my friend and best of luck." "Great flick!!! I thought that with the little amount of time you had to write and shoot this short, the outcome is awesome. The actors and the way it was shot depict the story very well. I also like the fact that there is no dialogue, it makes the viewer put their own emotions and thought into what is going on." "...beautifully shot short drama.." "I just watched redemption...it was absolutely visually stunning--and a surprise touching ending with the little girl and her father. Congrats walter, it makes me want to get back to making films."
Walter Alza is a talented storyteller. The acting conveys, without dialogue,
Excellent work considering the short time span. Moving choice of music. The "Walter Alza's Redemption, Trains and Tears is a bold and courageous effort. It is an achievement in DV film making both technically and artistically and engages the audience with its moving story line." Bill Coulter Toronto 1
irector/Writer/Teacher Walter Alza has over 20 years of working experience, with over forty Film/TV credits and over 250 hours of Television and Film to his name. Some Recent credits included; Co-Starring in Paramount’s Pictures Get Rich or Die Tryin' with a team of award winning actor’s and directors. CBC’s At the Hotel. And in his Starring role in the series Metropia. Mr. Alza has won the Reel World Trailblazer Award and The City of Toronto Award: prestigious and exciting honors exemplary of his hard work, determination, perseverance and recognition as a leading male actor and artist. Walter also produces and teaches
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