Anand Mahalingam: Entertainer


Professional Acting Reels by Sunset Taping Co.

High-quality, reel-ready scenes that replace bland self-tapes and actually move your acting career forward.


THE PROBLEM


Many actors rely on low-quality reels (green/blue screen, phone footage, poor sound/lighting) that don’t do justice to their talent.

Even when actors try to record self-tapes or scenes, they often lack a strong off-screen reader, which can drag down the performance

An actor taping a scene against a blank wall - uninteresting, flat, not cinematic.

THE SOLUTION


We create cinematic, movie-quality scenes with professional cameras, lighting, and sound. We also provide skilled scene partners/readers so the actor can perform at their best.


An actor in a cinematic scene, taped with a deep and visually interesting background with shallow depth of field. Much higher quality than a standard tape in someone's acting reel.

The result: footage that looks, feels, and sounds like it came from a real film or TV show.


Why This Matters


For ActorsFor Teachers/CoachesFor Agents/Managers
A reel is often the first impression — and casting directors can spot weak footage instantly. Strong material not only makes an actor stand out but also builds confidence when submitting for roles.Students who have invested in training should have professional footage that reflects their growth. This service turns classroom work into industry-ready material.A polished reel makes pitching talent easier. Instead of apologizing for weak clips, you can send material that elevates your client and grabs attention right away.

How It Works: Streamlined Workflow


  • Consultation: Actor brings in a pre-selected, memorized scene from an existing movie/TV show that they’ve already worked on and we discuss the best strategy to shoot.
  • Shoot Day: Professional lighting, sound, camera work, and a strong reader/scene partner. Shoot length depends on the chosen package.
  • Editing & Delivery: We handle post-production (editing, sound, color grading) and deliver a polished, reel-ready clip.

THE PACKAGE


An actor in a close-up shot with shallow depth of field. An upgraded scene from a typical scene for an actor's reel.

“Hacks” Package – $500/tape

One actor, one scene

Straight-to-camera close-up, no camera movement

Max scene length: 3 pages

Shoot time: up to 1 hour

DISCOUNT: WE ARE CURRENTLY OFFERING AN INTRODUCTORY DISCOUNT – $200 OFF FOR OUR FIRST 30 CUSTOMERS.

Sample Link: Hacks Scene Recreation – Deborah Vance Interview Monologue (Anand Mahalingam as Jean Smart)


We encourage acting teachers, coaches, agents, and managers to connect with us and refer your students and clients. Let’s elevate their careers together with footage that truly shines.


If you’re interested in working with us, schedule a call today!


Other examples of our work
Policies/Things you should know

Locations: If an actor prefers not to use our designated location, they are responsible for securing their own. Please note that we do not cover location costs.

Session Timing: Sessions are scheduled for one hour. If the shoot goes over an hour, we will start billing in 15 minute increments at $75/hour.

Payment: A 50% deposit is due following the consultation, with the remaining 50% due upon delivery of the final product.