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Talent Wanted for "Leave a Message After" Short Film

Chicago, IL, United States
ID: 277280Exp: 3/15/2025
Description:

Casting actors for "Leave a Message After" Proof of Concept Short Film, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: When her late brother's spirit resurfaces through music on an old cassette tape, a guarded girl must confront her past before their connection is lost forever. Rate: Non Union Unpaid Meals Provided. Additional info: Shooting Mid March 2025. Location: Chicago. When applying, please include 1-2 minute monologue (Optional: Add a scene of work)

5 roles

Carmen weaverFemale18-22 y.o.All ethnicities

A 20-year-old sophomore in college, Greyson's older sister, and the film's lead character. She's an anxious and avoidant person intending to prove her independence to those who know her back home.

Greyson WeaverMale18-23 y.o.African-American Other

A 17-year-old musician and senior in high school, and carmen's younger brother. He's confident, sometimes reckless, and well- known around school, everyone wants to be his friend.

Daniel WaltersMale18-23 y.o.All ethnicities

A 17-year-old honor roll high school student and the best friend of Greyson. He's loyal but shy, and he is often reliant on Greyson to push him out of his shell.

Mary WeaverFemale46-64 y.o.African-American

Wife of Leonard, and mother of Carmen & Greyson. An overthinker, hard worker, and problem solver of her family.

Leonard WeaverMale46-64 y.o.African-American

Husband of Mary, and father of Carmen & Greyson. A soft-spoken older man and glue of his family. This is a non-speaking role.