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Casting Director Millie Tom and Alza on Audition technique " Millie Tom Casting Associate, RDC Casting (The Incredible Hulk, Love Guru) Jan 24 th & 25th
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Casting Director & Author Marsha Chesley ("Little Mosque on the Prairie","This is wonderland") 1st comes, 1st served. $289 plus GST, Reserve your spot. Space limited. Feb 2009

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.
Alza was formally educated in two countries. Alza incorporates numerous accents, and speaks four languages in addition to English--Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and some Serbian.

The Work
Alza received rave reviews from Canada and USA for his Starring & CO-Starring work in Paramount feature film, Oscar Winner Jim Sheridan’s 'Get Rich or Die Tryin' & in Ken Finkleman's CBC series 'At The Hotel'. We see Alza Every night  Starring as Andreas in the 90 episodes show Metropia (4 stars, the globe & mail).  Walter has worked in over 40 films, mows with hundreds of hours of Television to his credit.  Having starred, co-starred, guest-starred and played principal roles in more than 40 films, MOWs and series, Alza counts "Due South," "Doc," "FX" and "Robocop" among his many credits. He Starred and co-starred in the acclaimed feature films "Direct Action," directed by Sidney Furie, and "The Uncles." He received rave reviews for playing two lead roles in the feature film Three and a Half," playing a Serb who Alza has to learn to speak Yugoslavian, also played the Italian-accented workman. We will see Alza next in the big screen in 2 projects Pay In Full .   Alza  directed, wrote it produced.  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. Featuring Marianthy Evans (Max Payne).  Pif was shot in part at Cinespace Studios.  Associate Producer.  And the feature film Gangster Exchange.

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 is the founder of The Alza Acting Studio (Alza 44films ltd child).  Alza acting Studio will help you develop your instrument and guide you to get work. You'll be working with award winning Actor/Director Walter Alza and best casting directors in the city and award winning actors and filmmakers ready to share their tools with you. Whether you are a professional, starting up, or crossing from Theatre at Alza Acting Studio is here for you.  No excuses, and YES YOU CAN!

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.    
 Walter is also the president of Alza 44films Ltd. 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. Featuring Marianthy Evans (Max Payne).   Check back soon for more information. Other Recent Credits included Executive Producing  Rude Awakening Starring Natalie Lisinska (At The Hotel).  Producing and Writing an directing  Adventures of Fuming Chu Starring Jasmin Geljo (The Sentinel ,Land of the Dead, ZOS: Zone of Separation" ).

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"


"Walter Alza nails the part as a homicidal killer in 'Get Rich or Die Trying' " - Mississauga New

Star: Re (Get Rich Or Die Trying: Walter, A Scene Stealer)
Walter gives a Powerful Performance in Get or Die Trying! Walter is an amazing actor that is passionate about every role he plays.  He truly becomes the character he is playing. Acting is a craft he has  perfected!    Bina Pandya host of One on One at Rogers Television.

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


CTV E talk daily: Re (Get Rich Or Die Trying:  Walter: Canada’s very own bad Boy
Walter Alza is the changing face of television. He represents an emerging trend in Canadian programming. The Mississauga News


Bravo!  Walter is a chameleon, he absorbs every role he plays and  draws the audience along side him in every scene.  Argentina, Toronto and certainly Canada are very proud!   Anwar Knight  The Daily Show, Rogers   KPI Media Group

****Walter Alza Winner of The Trailblazer Award 2005**** "Metropia" starring Walter Alza receives 4 STARS from The Globe and Mail.


Liz Braun, The Toronto Sun  "Walter Alza gives an IMPRESSIVE performance as the hot blooded Yugoslavian Igor and the Quiet Italian workman in the feature film "Three and a Half".

"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"  a film by Walter Alza "Absolutely visually stunning", Sharon Lewis, CBC ZeD host (more reviews please visit 44films)

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."
-Sharon Lewis, CBC ZeD host

“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.”
-Maria Amuchastegui, Globe & Mail

"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 >

Toronto Star, March 7, 2006 >

Star Week, Toronto Star, Oct. 22, 2004 >

ACTRA Jan. 11, 2006 >

Tu Dinero, Dec.05/Jan.06 >

Press Conference Jan. 11, 2006 >

chiron.com Nov. 10, 2005 >

ReelWorld Film Festival, 2005 >

El Mondo Latino News, Dec.24, 2004 >

Hispanic Magazine, Nov. 2005 >

Maxim Magazine, Nov. 2005 >

TorontoHispano.com, Nov.2, 2004 >

Vida Latina News, Nov./Dec., 2004 >

TV Guide Oct. 22, 2004 >

At the Hotel, DVD Cover >

'Get Rich or Die' DVD cover >

Interview >

Metropia >

PR Wire >

El Popular >

Primmera Lana Viva >

Collection of quotes >

The Entertainer >

Conference >

 

 

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
Jimmy Kimmel Show, Nov 11
Star Tv Walter A Scene Stealer

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
blooded Yugoslavian Igor and the quiet Italian workman in the feature film "Three and a Half"-

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
Star Tv  Walter A Scene Stealer
City TV
Toronto Sun TV
Reel To Real
Metro News
BET
Toronto One
The Movie Network
New York Post Tempo (NY)
Access Hollywood
The Ottawa Sun
Vh1,  
LATV,
Telemundo,
Univision
OC station red carpet.
E!, Jimmy Kimmel Show,
New York Post Tempo (NY)
Bridgez Magazine
Tu Dinero Magazine
Catalina Magazine
CBS
Don Juan
Playboy Channel
Rogers one on one
Maxim Spanish Edition
The Toronto Sun
The Star
The Ottawa Sun
Playback
Metro News
LA NY TV (some of these shows are watch by 8 million viewers and more
CADA DIA CON MARIA ANTONIETA (National)
PRIMER IMPACTO (National)
AZTECA AMERICA  (Azteca National
COTORREANDO Y BUENOS DIAS (Telemundo National and Local)
TITULARES Y MAS (Telemundo National)
LOS ANGELES EN VIVO (Ch 62 Local)
AL EXITO TV (Ch 22 Local)
DE TODO UN POCO (KWHY
GRUPO REFORMA
AL ROJO VIVO (National)
TAPED TV interview with Cecilia Bogran
KMEX CH 34 (Local ˆ Syndicated)
La Vibra Houston
Vida en el Valle
La Prensa San Antonio
KINT-FM Radio
Hora Hispana Newspaper
Como Magazine
Excelsior Newspaper
Latino Press Services
Bridgez Magazine
Tu Dinero Magazine
Catalina Magazine
Suenos ˆ Ivan Cruz
Latinhop magazine
La banda elastica
Centinel Miami, Flor, NY
Hispanic magazine
 

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?"
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 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."
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."
Sharon Lewis CBC ZeD host

 

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.
Maria Amuchastegui
Globe & Mail

 

Excellent work considering the short time span. Moving choice of music. The
ending leaves us wondering what lies ahead for the characters portrayed.
Bina Pandya
Rogers Television
First Local Reporter

"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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