Channing Tatum Filming Movie In Charlotte

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A true crime movie starring Channing Tatum will be filmed in Charlotte this fall and locals are needed as extras.

Filming is set to begin in October and continue into December.

The movie “The Roofman” is based on the true story of a rooftop robber named Jeffrey Manchester.

According to IMDB, The feature is based on the incredible story of Jeffrey Manchester, an eccentric and charming serial robber who carried out break-ins at over 60 McDonald’s restaurants overnight by accessing them through their roofs.

The following morning, he would empty the cash register after herding the staff into the freezers.

Despite his criminal activity, the former U.S. Army Reserve officer was known for his gentle demeanour and rarely resorted to violence.

He was given the nicknames ‘Rooftop Robber’ or ‘Roofman.’

Manchester was arrested but in the year 2000 managed to escape from jail and hid for several months in a Toys R Us and Circuit City in Charlotte.

If you are interested in being an extra for the movie, you’ll need to submit a video to the Limelite app, which is free.

For audition directions, click this link.