Sun Valley Workers Turned Oscar Extras

A pair of tire shop staff from Sun Valley found themselves on the silver screen after a filmmaker searched social media for fresh faces. The short film, nominated for best live‑action short, follows men who bond over an unexpected sing‑off. The director’s unusual casting hunt led him to the Instagram videos of Jorge Linares and Luis Rigoberto Amaya, who are known for their energetic dancing in front of their shop. Both men were surprised when they received invitations to appear as themselves in the movie.Amaya recalled that he only had one take, a moment he considered very significant. The film’s release gave the duo the chance to watch their own scenes play out on a big screen. Linares plans to attend a local viewing party, while Amaya will be present at the Oscars ceremony. The two expressed excitement and a touch of nerves about what to wear for the event.