Casting Call for a Short Film "How to Kill All Men"
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Directors are seeking actors for a student short film about a critique of hyper-masculinity through satirical comedy called "How To Kill All Men". More details are below. About the project: Synopsis: A young cinephile, unable to finish any movie, follows the guidance of a sentient cigarette to explore his masculinity and confront his existential crisis. Rate: Non-Union. Food and transportation (within London) will be provided. Supporting actors: Paid. Extras: Unpaid. Additional information: Filming in August. Location: London, ON. Submission deadline: by July 28. If you're interested, please apply.
7 roles
(Voice over but need to be on set). Male with a deep/raspy voice and some experience with voice acting. Major role in the short film, multiple lines. Role description: The Cigarette is a personified mentor and manipulator, guiding Thomas (the main character) towards traditional masculine behaviours. Its deep, raspy voice is both authoritative and cynical. The Cigarette is a crucial influence on Thomas, representing the allure and destructiveness of toxic masculinity.
Minor role, 1 long scene. Macho God is an embodiment of extreme traditional masculinity. He is an authoritative figure, exuding a mix of toughness and philosophical insight. Despite his hyper-masculine appearance, his posture and demeanor carry a subtle, unexpected femininity. MUST be okay with smoking fake cigarettes props.
Minor role, 1 scene. Need to own a suit. Thomas’s Father is a traditionalist, firmly believing in conventional masculine ideals. He is stern, critical, and often harsh, particularly towards Thomas (main character). Must be okay with smoking fake cigarettes props. Character Traits: Appearance: Older, authoritative figure. Physicality: No specific requirements, but should be able to convey a strong, imposing presence.
Extras. MUST own suits, any color. No lines, just one scene. MUST be okay with smoking fake cigarettes props.
Extras. Thomas’s family. No line. Just to come in and take a family picture with Thomas and other extras for the character’s framed family portrait.
Extras. Thomas’s family. No line. Just to come in and take a family picture with Thomas and other extras for the character’s framed family portrait.
Extras. Thomas’s family. No line. Just to come in and take a family picture with Thomas and other extras for the character’s framed family portrait. MUST be okay with smoking fake cigarettes props.
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