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Acting Job in Upcoming Short Films

Saint Paul, MN, United States
ID: 278637Exp: 3/5/2025
Description:

Casting actors for two short films currently titled "Reentry", please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: They are about two friends who are trying to reintegrate after being incarcerated. Rate: Rates are SAG Minimums Additional info: These films will be distributed directly within the prison system. Shooting Mid-April around the twin cities. Looking for talented actors who are passionate about these themes. Huge plus to have had personal experience with the subject matter. When applying, please include headshot/ resume.

25 roles

Jairo "Hero" AlvarezMale18-22 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

A young man recently released from prison. He tries very hard to uphold the conditions of his parole, however his dedications to trying to build a better life for his girlfriend and baby prove difficult with the restrictions of his parole. He has a newfound desire for stability for his family "Hero's Story"

Gorge AvilaMale37-41 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic

A known associate of Hero, which jeopardizes Heros parole conditions and Heros living situation. Gorge operates within his self interest and is ensnared by his surroundings. He asks unfair tasks of Hero. Which puts Hero in danger. "Hero's Story"

EyleenFemale41-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Che's mother, authoritve in her home dynamics. No nonsense attitude that is fueled by her need to take care of her daughter and grandson. "Hero's Story"

TowmanMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Basic greasy mechanic changinf tires and asseing problems on the daily "Hero's Story"

Auntie LeeFemale18-56 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

A comforting presence in hero's return home "Hero's Story"

Cousin RafaelMale28-32 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

Part of extended family that welcomes Hero home "Hero's Story"

OfficerMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Operates within the rules however not unsympathetic. He's able to recognize struggles. "Hero's Story"

John PlattMale35-39 y.o.White / Caucasian

Parole Officer. Trying to do his job and keep his parolees in line. By the book, he adds legal pressure to Hero's life. "Hero's Story"

Parole WorkerMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Boring annoyed worker, sees the same thing everyday "Hero's Story"

RickMale55-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Drug Dealer/ shady character "Hero's Story"

MikeMale33-37 y.o.All ethnicities

Drug Dealer/ shady character "Hero's Story"

JudgeBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Hero's Story"

LawyerMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Hero's Story"

JayMale18-22 y.o.African-American

A natural fighter. His short temper and need to prove himself gets him into trouble. However he wants to start fresh and stay out of prison despite old acquaintances tempting him back in. Jay decides to take a step forward and take life 'one bite at a time'. "Jay's Story"

HeroMale18-22 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

Same as above. "Jay's Story"

SandraFemale28-33 y.o.African-American

Jays half sister who holds firm boundaries. She's a strong mother determined to shield her daughter Krystal from the mistakes of her family as much as she can. "Jay's Story"

Gramma CharlotteFemale58-62 y.o.African-American

A loving, caring figure that holds affection and forgiveness for Jay. "Jay's Story"

GuardMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Jay's Story"

OfficerMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Jay's Story"

ClerkMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Jay's Story"

CashierBoth genders19-23 y.o.All ethnicities

Pink hair, gauges, an attitude yet has a heart. "Jay's Story"

ManagerMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"Jay's Story"

LuciaFemale42-46 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

A straightforward fast food chain manager who is cautious with her interview with Jay but shows kindness in her rejection towards him. "Jay's Story"

DeeFemale22-24 y.o.All ethnicities

A petty criminal on the same level as G who try to pull Jay back into unwanted habits. "Jay's Story"

GMale31-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Temptation at its finest. he wears neck tattoos as scares from a rough lawless life. He tries to pull Jay back into old habits. "Jay's Story"