Talent Needed for Comedy/Drama "Jiggy"
Casting principal actor for Jiggy, a graduate short pilot. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: In 1973 California, Senegalese student Idrissa Touré arrives with aspirations for a brighter education and exciting experiences, only to encounter racial prejudice and bureaucratic obstacles from within his own community. When he meets Kymani, a fellow student who extends a helping hand when Idrissa's dorm fees are forgotten, Idrissa's path takes an unforeseen turn. To secure his place at the university, he must reignite his long-lost passion for basketball, all while facing discrimination on and off the field. Rate: Meals, $100/day Additional info: Shoot Dates: January 19 - 21, 2024 Period, comedy/drama, sports, 9 page script* Location: Orange County, CA and/or Los Angeles, CA Please apply if interested.
1 role
Tall, toned physique. The antagonistic basketball team captain who mocks Idrissa for being an immigrant. Damien is cocky, arrogant, and embodies the cultural insensitivity that Idrissa encounters. SUPPORTING