Brief Summary
This video features an interview with Maria chidz, also known as Ria Chase, who played Sailor Venus in the unaired live-action Sailor Moon pilot from the early 90s. The video details Maria's journey in the entertainment industry, her experiences filming the pilot, and her current work as a talent agent.
- Maria started her career at a young age, driven by a passion for dance and acting.
- She reflects on her time as Sailor Venus, sharing memories of the audition process, filming, and the excitement of being part of a potential hit show.
- Maria now runs a talent agency, helping others achieve their dreams in the entertainment industry, inspired by her mother and her own experiences.
Introduction
Ray Mona introduces the video as an interview with Maria chidz, also known as Ria Chase, the actress who played Sailor Venus in the Western World of Sailor Moon pilot. She recounts her previous investigation into the lost pilot, which led to the discovery of the completed pilot and music video in the Library of Congress. Despite identifying most of the cast, the actress for Sailor Venus remained a mystery until recently. Ray Mona also gives a shout out to Maverick from Mad cave Studios who were kind enough to send her a copy of their latest young adult graphic novel princess Gwen and the Jewel Riders.
Meeting Maria Chidz
Maria expresses her excitement about being contacted, especially because the interview occurred during a difficult time of year for her, the anniversary of her mother's death. She reveals that her mother was her agent and that she now runs the Nancy chis Agency with her daughter, continuing her mother's legacy. Maria views the contact as a positive sign from her mother.
Maria's Early Career
Maria shares her early career beginnings, starting with dance classes at age nine. She explains how she transitioned into acting through the dance studio owner, who was also a manager. She discusses her experience using different stage names to broaden her opportunities, eventually becoming Ria Chase. At 18, her mother became an agent and later brought Maria into her agency, leading to the Sailor Moon pilot audition.
Becoming Sailor Venus
Maria recounts the audition process for the Sailor Moon pilot, mentioning multiple auditions and callbacks that included dancing. She expresses her excitement about being chosen for the role, despite being a young mother at the time. Maria shares her love for dancing and how it made the role even more special. She also mentions the disappointment when the pilot wasn't picked up due to high costs.
Transition to Talent Agent
Maria explains her transition from acting to becoming a talent agent, inspired by helping her mother at her agency. She decided to have another child and focus on agenting, eventually owning her own talent agency for over 22 years. Maria reflects on how she didn't initially realize the impact and fan base of Sailor Moon until Ray Mona contacted her. She expresses her excitement about having played Sailor Venus, the Sailor Scout of Love, which aligns with her own loving and giving nature.
Audition Memories and Wonder Woman
Maria recalls finding out about the Sailor Moon casting through agency breakdowns and participating in several callbacks that included dancing. She enjoyed meeting the other actresses and remembers the excitement of working on a pilot. She also shares a memory of doing spins during filming and feeling like Wonder Woman, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Maria describes the filming experience as a getaway from her personal life, where she could live an exciting, different life.
Animation and Keepsakes
Maria remembers seeing the anime counterparts of their characters and feeling that the animation matched them well. She particularly liked Mindy's character, who had a super chair in the animation. Maria also discusses whether she has any keepsakes from the pilot, such as photos, costumes, or scripts. She mentions that her belongings are in storage due to a recent move and that she will search for any memorabilia.
Character Names and Pilot Episode
Ray Mona mentions that Sailor Moon's human name in the pilot was Victoria and asks if Maria remembers the human names of the other Sailor Scouts. Maria vaguely recalls the name Valerie. She also mentions having booking information and other documents in storage that might contain the names. Maria expresses surprise at learning about the existence of a 10-minute pilot episode, as she had only seen the music video.
Discovering the Pilot and Current Projects
Maria is excited to learn about the full pilot episode and expresses her eagerness to watch it. She mentions that the cast was never allowed to see the pilot unless it was sold. Ray Mona asks Maria about her current projects and what she is doing today. Maria explains that she runs a talent agency and focuses on helping others achieve their dreams in the entertainment industry.
Positives in the Industry
Maria emphasizes the positive aspects of the entertainment industry, despite some negative stories. She shares a personal experience of resisting inappropriate behavior from a casting director early in her career. Maria highlights how the industry can provide opportunities for talented individuals who may not have the means to pursue higher education. She also mentions a recent success story of a client booking a role in a Jon salm film in the UK.
Protecting Young Talent and Giving Opportunities
Maria discusses the importance of protecting young talent in the industry and ensuring a positive environment. She shares her own experiences growing up with limited means and how the entertainment industry provided her with opportunities. Maria emphasizes her agency's commitment to giving opportunities to those who may be overlooked, including individuals with unconventional backgrounds. She mentions starting the career of Noel G, who played Hector in The Fast and the Furious.
Continuing the Legacy
Maria expresses her desire to continue her mother's legacy of helping others and providing opportunities. She admits that she still has the acting bug but now focuses on helping others achieve their dreams. Maria concludes by saying that the news of the interview has brought her joy and made her feel that her mother is still guiding her. Ray Mona thanks Maria for the interview and asks viewers to leave comments if they enjoy this type of content.
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