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Bodhi Talent: UK Agent Accused Of “Scamming” Parents For Cash By Promising Kids A Shot At Fame


Bodhi Talent's Luna Kids Casting accused of exploiting the acting dreams of children by charging parents potentially unlawful representation fees.

EXCLUSIVE: UK agency Bodhi Talent has been accused of exploiting the acting dreams of children by charging their parents potentially unlawful representation fees worth hundreds of pounds. Other stipulations in the Luna contract included charging a 10% commission on chaperone fees and holding clients to notice periods, both of which fall below industry standards as set out by the Agents of Young Performers Association (AYPA). Deadline has uncovered a series of allegations about Purnell, including that he has sent actors illegitimate briefs for self-tape auditions and failed to observe industry best practice in contracts by holding clients to notice periods.

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