Biography
Jeremy Ritzer is credited in the casting department for two notable films from the early 1980s. In 1980, Ritzer worked on Altered States, contributing to the selection and assembly of performers for the production. The film, a psychological horror science fiction, required careful casting to balance its intense narrative and thematic elements, a task that fell within Ritzer’s professional responsibilities.
Three years later, in 1983, Ritzer again served in the casting capacity for Star 80, a biographical drama centered on the life and death of model Dorothy Stratten. The role involved identifying actors suited to portray real-life figures and ensuring their performances aligned with the film’s dramatic tone. Ritzer’s involvement in these projects reflects a specialized role within the fil…
