How Long Gone 899. - Jennifer Venditti
Jan 30, 2026
Jennifer Venditti, an Oscar-nominated casting director known for Marty Supreme and Euphoria, shares stories from Sundance to 90s New York. She talks people-watching as training, street casting breakthroughs like Angus Cloud, life upstate with plants and rescue dogs, and the nuts and bolts of casting logistics and recognition in the industry.
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Upstate Life Without Quitting The City
- Jennifer Venditti moved upstate while keeping a city social life and plants to stay grounded.
- She balances remote nature time with frequent city work to maintain both worlds.
People‑Watching Began In 90s Nightlife
- Jennifer recalls New York nightlife roots in the 90s preferring intimate venues and people-watching.
- She used small gatherings to observe behavior and inform her casting instincts.
Saving Sarge From A Brutal Attack
- Jennifer recounts rescuing her small dog Sarge from two off-leash pit bulls that attacked them.
- She pulled Sarge free, rushed him to urgent care, and he recovered after a serious hip injury.