Extras needed for Disney film

Published 12:00 am Monday, October 11, 2004

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how movies are really made by participating in the filming of the upcoming Jerry Bruckheimer Films for Walt Disney Pictures film, “Glory Road.” A total of 4,000 volunteers are needed to recreate the movie’s dramatic final scene, depicting the 1966 NCAA basketball championship game. Producers have rescheduled the filming of this major scene with a new date and a new location.

“Glory Road” is the story of the underdog Texas Western basketball team with history’s first all African American starting lineup of players, who took the country by storm by winning the 1966 NCAA tournament title.

Perks for extras include an inside look at moviemaking; prizes to be awarded such as a $5,000 cash prize, a catered football party for 25 worth $2,500 and $3,000 worth of electronics.

It is scheduled Saturday, Oct. 16, and doors open at 11 a.m. with filming set from noon – 6 p.m.

It is set at John M. Parker Coliseum (LSU Ag Center) LSU Campus, Baton Rouge

Call 225-389-1136, and you must make reservations in advance to attend filming.