Hollywood looking for Austin talent

AUSTIN (KXAN) - It looks like Austin is back on the map as a place to make movies.

The Omni hotel downtown was packed Saturday with girls from all over signing in to audition. It was the last chance for girls ages 12 to 16 to tryout for a part in the newest film by the Coen Brothers.

The films casting director is looking to fill the role for the leading girl, Mattie.

"Austin's just been great as a city first of all, it's been so much fun. And this is a huge turnout so its been going really well, lot of fun girls and everyone's really passionate about being here," said Rachel Tenner, Casting Director.

The film is a remake of True Grit and stars Jeff Bridges and Matt Damon.

This new Coen Brothers film is set to be shot in Austin and New Mexico.