The question comes up in every beginner acting class: "Do I need a demo reel?" Then, almost immediately: "How do I make one when I have nothing?" The good news is that actors make strong demo reels without a single professional film credit all the time. The slightly uncomfortable news is that a bad demo reel is worse than no demo reel — so it's worth understanding what a reel actually needs to do before you start piecing one together. This guide covers what a demo reel for ac