Web Series Wednesday – Tokens

By: Spring Marie Cullen

WHAT? Tokens

BY: Winnifred Jong

WHY SHOULD I WATCH?

Tokens follows the story of aspiring actors at the diverse casting agency On Call Casting. Known as the self-proclaimed “Uber for actors,” when a production needs to fill a role On Call Casting sends whoever happens to be…well, on call that day, despite how wrong they are for the part. And they’re almost always wrong.

Each episode of the series is short and sweet, coming in at about six minutes long, making it easy to watch all eight episodes in one sitting. This, of course, is exactly what I did. It’s smart, it’s funny and it takes a unique look at the entertainment industry. It’s the perfect amount of ridiculous and relatable, absolutely rooted in truth.

The relationship between the characters Sammie (Connie Wang) and DeMar (Ryan Allen) is a major highlight of the series. They’re both actors with the agency and get sent on assignments that the other is definitely more suited for. There is tons of chemistry between Wang and Allen and they’re rightfully the main characters of the show. Watching DeMar bring his French ballet instructor character to life is probably my favorite scene in the show and Sammie is someone you truly find yourself rooting for.

One of my favorite episodes actually shifted some of the focus from the actors to the production team. The sixth episode, “Whitewashing,” puts Jessica the AD (Jessica Greco) at the forefront. She’s exhausted, she’s spread too thin, she’s undervalued and she does way too many things out of her job description. All she wants to do is get some rest and that’s something everyone can relate to.

The final scene is especially poignant, tying in aspects of earlier episodes, and leaves the series on a feel-good high note. Anyone who considers themselves a dreamer, no matter what career avenue they’re headed down, will find enjoyment in this series. Sammie’s story specifically is something I can see hitting close to home for a lot of people.

WHERE CAN I WATCH? Episodes can be found on YouTube.

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tokensoncall/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TokensOnCall

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TokensOnCall/