"Dissolve," Horror Short Film
Casting and seeking crew for "Dissolve," a horror short film. Synopsis: follows the story of a nurse haunted by a traumatic event involving the death of her boyfriend in a car accident. Struggling to cope, she begins stealing and abusing opioids, leading her down a dark spiral of hallucinations and blurred realities. The film explores the effects of trauma, addiction, and self-deception, portraying how unresolved emotional pain can lead to devastating outcomes. Dissolve short film, is being created for submission to the Jakob Owens Horror Short Film Contest 2024, actors and crew will receive the following benefits: Contest & Festival Exposure; Potential IMDb Credit; Footage for Reel; Networking Opportunities; Festival Circuit Recognition; This is an opportunity to gain experience, enhance your portfolio, and be part of a project working with a talented cast and crew. Filming Dates are next weekend October 4th - October 6th in San Diego.
2 roles
A nurse in her late 30s battles alcohol and drug addiction after her boyfriend's death. Once carefree, she now steals drugs from her hospital, dissolving them in water. She regrets never saying yes to his proposal and settling for nursing instead of becoming a doctor. With a deep love for her daughter and emotional regret, she struggles between fight and flight, making her both flawed and relatable.
The Grim Reaper is a tall, calm figure with a bright white, painted face and a bald head. He speaks with a kind yet chilling voice, discussing death and suffering with eerie eloquence. He never chases; death is inevitable. He only wields his scythe in the final moment, sending his victim to the afterlife with one swift stroke. As the personification of death, his stillness and certainty make him a haunting, inescapable presence.
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