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Open Roles in a Thriller Short Film "Tormentum"

Calgary, AB, Canada
ID: 277851Exp: 1/31/2025
online audition
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ADMITTED. Production of "Tormentum" is looking for actors. Please, see the details below. About the project: Synopsis: A man spirals into paranoia and madness as the ghost of a woman he once tortured haunts him, blurring the line between his guilt and a terrifying descent into insanity. Consumed by escalating paranoia, Jack is forced to reckon with the violent aftermath of his choices. A visit to his therapist drives him to confront his fragile grasp on reality and his unraveling sense of self. Rate: Unpaid. Additional information: Shoot Date(s): February to March 2025, exact shooting dates TBD. Shoot Location: Calgary, Alberta. Audition Location: Online and Self Tape. Self Tape Auditions: Due on Friday January 31s, 2025. If you're interested, please apply.

3 roles

JackMale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Main Character. Jack appears to be an ordinary man, but there is an unsettling aura about him. Being with Kate for a year, he continues to wrestle with the complexities of a split personality. This psychological thriller delves into Jack's unraveling psyche as he spirals into madness.

KateFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting Character. Kate is a grounded woman who has been in a relationship with Jack, the main character, for a year. She plays a crucial role in driving the storyline of this psychological thriller. The actress portraying Kate must be comfortable with the use of special effects makeup for specific scenes. The actress must be okay with performing stunts, such as being dragged on the ground and stairs for certain scenes.

Dr. WilkinsBoth genders30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting Character. Dr. Wilkins is Jack’s therapist, a compassionate and professional individual dedicated to helping him. Throughout most of the story, Dr. Wilkins maintains a calm and collected demeanor. However, as the narrative reaches its climax, subtle suspicions begin to surface, revealing a shift in the character’s composure.