Job for Actors in Upcoming Short Films in MD
Casting male/female actors for upcoming short films. Please see the details below. ONLY DC, VA & LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: 1. "AFTER THE HEIST" The heist goes smoothly - it’s after the heist that problems happen! 2. "A LIGHT DINNER CONVERSATION" A spaceship crew encounters a seemingly harmless food animal/mascot who turns out to be a sentient, telepathic alien creature known as a Wub, leading to a thought-provoking exploration of identity, ethics, humanity's prejudice, and moral dilemmas. 3. "DEATH BY MISADVENTURE" When a good-hearted thief, Milo, is captured by his cold criminal ex-co-worker, Frank, he finds that there are worse people than the FBI with a bounty on his head. 4. "DRY BONES" A naive wife, Sharon, believes that drug addition strictly involves compulsions and cravings to use drugs. 5. "EMILY" Having returned from their only daughter’s wedding reception, an old woman discusses life ahead with her husband over tea, after poisoning one of the cups. 6. "EMPIRE" At the end of Hollywood’s Golden Age, a film set is invaded by an invisible and unstoppable being, placing the cast and crew in danger. 7. "FATAL FURY" Based on the popular video game developed by SNK, “Fatal Fury” follows Terry Bogard as he rises from the shadows to defeat Billy Kane, and starts his journey to avenge his father’s death. 8. "HEALING WHISPERS" An inspiring drama that follows Dr. Rachel Andrews, a compassionate therapist who combines traditional therapy methods with faith-based approaches to help her clients overcome personal challenges. 9. "HOME ALARM" When the home alarm goes off, a husband and wife are caught in a cat and mouse game with a masked killer. 10. "LOVE ≠ HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP" Antonella always thought Emmanuel was her soulmate, until her unexpected, irresistible desires cause their relationship to take an unexpected turn. 11. "ONE LAST TIME" A mother reminisces on one very fateful day from her childhood. 12. "NEVER CEASE" An angry grandmother takes justice into her own hands. 13. "NO HAPPY ACCIDENTS" When Lex and her new boyfriend, David, move in together, their relationship is tested when hidden truths and secrets unbox themselves. 14. "THE REPORTERS' NEW ASSISTANT" A newspaper acquires new software to help reporters research and write their stories. The reporters resent the interference until they discover the software's hidden ability. 15. "THREE MONKEYS AND A STICK" A brother and two sisters are corralled in a room they cannot get out of until they can bring their clothing up from the 1700’s to 2023. 16. "TRUE" When Tom's meds mysteriously stop working, his hallucination, Greta, reappears threatening the beautiful life he's worked so hard to build. Rate: Actors will be compensated with credits, copy, and craft. Additional info: Each film shoot will be on a single weekend in the Baltimore area this fall/winter. If you are interested, please apply to schedule an audition time.
61 roles
"AFTER THE HEIST" (Primary) He did the heist and is now trying to sell the jewelry to the fence.
"AFTER THE HEIST" (Supporting) Her greed for jewelry creates a problem.
"AFTER THE HEIST" (Supporting) Eric is a fence for the stolen jewelry.
"AFTER THE HEIST" (Supporting) He finds out about the heist and wants the jewels.
"AFTER THE HEIST" (Supporting) Police detective investigating the heist.
"A LIGHT DINNER CONVERSATION" (Primary) Authoritative and pragmatic. Captain of the space crew, Franco is focused on the mission and maintaining order, but harbors prejudices and biases.
"A LIGHT DINNER CONVERSATION" (Primary) Junior crew member. Avid reader of the classics. Curious and questioning, a philosopher of sorts.
"A LIGHT DINNER CONVERSATION" (Voice Over) An enigmatic alien creature with a large, fur covered, blubbery body. The wub displays surprising intelligence and knowledge, challenging the crew's assumptions about sentience and morality.
"A LIGHT DINNER CONVERSATION" (Supporting) Professional, no-nonsense First Mate. Occasionally troubled by Franco’s idiosyncrasies.
"A LIGHT DINNER CONVERSATION" (Supporting) Go-along, get-along easygoing Navigator/Pilot.
"A LIGHT DINNER CONVERSATION" (Supporting) Local leader from a technologically devolved former colony on the outskirts of trading routes.
"DEATH BY MISADVENTURE" (Primary) Rugged, charismatic confidence man with a dry sense of humor and wit.
"DEATH BY MISADVENTURE" (Primary) Slick, calmly aggressive, world-weary criminal businessman.
"DEATH BY MISADVENTURE" (Supporting) Subtly excitable, off putting lackey with a penchant for pain. Heightened accent (preferably German but open to all).
"DRY BONES" (Primary) A loving, supportive wife and mother that loves her family.
"DRY BONES" (Primary) A husband, father and drug addict who actually enjoys certain aspects of getting high. Inferred nudity.
"DRY BONES" (Supporting) A drug addict. Inferred nudity.
"DRY BONES" (Supporting) A drug addict. Inferred nudity.
"EMILY" (Primary) She has long sacrificed herself to play the ‘responsible’ mother and wife. She is depressed.
"EMILY" (Primary) He is looking forward to finally living a life of retirement with his wife. Just happily ended his job and loves his family dearly.
"EMILY" (Supporting) Younger version of the Old Woman trying to start her life in writing right after school.
"EMILY" (Supporting) Younger version of the Old Man as a single, happy go lucky man.
"EMPIRE" (Primary) Sam is the producer of the in-universe film. Often tired and frustrated, he possesses a military-like bearing and leadership style when he needs to take charge.
"EMPIRE" (Primary) Clark is the director of the in-universe film. A born-showman, his enthusiasm for his seemingly laughable B-movies oozes out of him.
"EMPIRE" (Primary) Walter is the lead actor of the in-universe film. He’s a classically trained British actor, fallen on harder times after past successes.
"EMPIRE" (Primary) Mark is a physicist and scientific advisor on the in-universe film. Resourceful and curious.
"EMPIRE" (Supporting) Robby is a young production assistant. Energetic and eager to help, Robby has a tendency to get himself in trouble.
"EMPIRE" (Supporting) Franz is the cinematographer of the in-universe film. Franz is a matter-of-fact professional.
"EMPIRE" (Supporting) A stern agent of the FBI.
"FATAL FURY" (Supporting) Charismatic, upbeat, but also humble. Terry’s best friend and a prize fighter.
"FATAL FURY" (Supporting) Flirtatious, bold, and straight to the point. A fighter dating Terry’ brother, Andy Bogard.
"FATAL FURY" (Supporting) Terry Bogard’s sworn enemy, a ruthless fighter-turned-wealthy businessman.
"HEALING WHISPERS" (Primary) Dr. Rachel Andrews creates a safe and inviting space for her clients to open up and seek healing. She carries herself with grace and confidence.
"HEALING WHISPERS" (Primary) An elegant woman with a poised stature and a radiant smile that lights up the room. Engaged to Michael.
"HEALING WHISPERS" (Supporting) His confident yet gentle demeanor reflects a deep sensitivity beneath the surface. Engaged to Sarah.
"HOME ALARM" (Primary) Comical, goofy, average suburban guy.
"HOME ALARM" (Supporting) Smart, sassy and sexy, typical country girl.
"LOVE ≠ HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP" (Primary) Breathtakingly beautiful, artistic, charming, funny, learning to love herself.
"LOVE ≠ HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP" (Supporting) Kind, hilarious, seemingly down to earth but also kind of selfish.
"ONE LAST TIME" (Primary) Tiana is Naomi’s mother, a resilient, humble, loving mom.
"ONE LAST TIME" (Primary) Moe is a hardworking manager that gets drunk often when in distress and becomes abusive to his family.
"ONE LAST TIME" (Supporting) She is Young Naomi all grown up, reflecting on a critical moment from her youth.
"ONE LAST TIME" (Supporting) Naomi’s supportive and understanding husband.
"NEVER CEASE" (Supporting) Protect your partner at all costs.
"NO HAPPY ACCIDENTS" (Primary) Transgender (MtF). Cheeky, quick witted, yet still a hopeless romantic, genuinely has strong feelings for David.
"NO HAPPY ACCIDENTS" (Primary) A struggling artist, deflective, defensive, has commitment issues and hides his true feelings and intentions from Lex.
"NO HAPPY ACCIDENTS" (Supporting) Lex’s best friend and former roommate. Sassy and sarcastic, a probing busybody who loves gossip.
"THE REPORTERS' NEW ASSISTANT" (Primary) World-weary obituary writer.
"THE REPORTERS' NEW ASSISTANT" (Primary) World-weary obituary writer.
"THE REPORTERS' NEW ASSISTANT" (Supporting) Perky, annoying sales person.
"THE REPORTERS' NEW ASSISTANT" (Supporting) Enthusiastic, annoying publisher.
"THREE MONKEYS AND A STICK" (Primary) He’s the father of three kids, married and stubborn. He likes to play-act with the kids.
"THREE MONKEYS AND A STICK" (Primary) He is the older brother and very easy going. Likes his younger sisters and has fun play-acting like his dad.
"THREE MONKEYS AND A STICK" (Primary) She is the typical older sister who underneath it all loves her younger sister but will turn on her on a dime.
"THREE MONKEYS AND A STICK" (Supporting) The typical wife of a man who she perceives as childish and deliberately does and says things to annoy her.
"THREE MONKEYS AND A STICK" (Supporting) She wants her way and will say things to get it even if it isn’t at all true.
"TRUE" (Primary) Vulnerable, anxious, genius, professor.
"TRUE" (Primary) Similar to Vivian Leigh, glamorous and sinister.
"TRUE" (Supporting) Korean-American/Asian. Tom's wife. Gentle, sweet, meek, intuitive.
"TRUE" (Supporting) Tom's Psychiatrist, nurturing but firm.
"TRUE" (Supporting) College student. Anxious, nerdy.
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