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Talent Needed for "And the Air Turned Red" Short Film

Peoria, AZ, United States
ID: 279490Exp: 2/25/2025
Description:

Casting actors for "And the Air Turned Red" Short Film , please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: During the Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan in the 80s, a young reporter named Victor visits his brother Sergei in the war torn country. As Victor uncovers how the war is truly progressing, Sergei must make a choice between his brother or the Soviet Union. Rate: Paid. Additional info: Rehearsals Begin: TBD Run/Shoot: March 21, 2025 – March 23, 2025 Additional info: Be prepared to read short sections from the script, which will be sent when singing up for a time slot. Please apply if interested.

5 roles

SergeiMale25-30 y.o.All ethnicities

He joined the Soviet Army right out high school, he is a true patriot for the Soviet State, and fell quickly to its propaganda. He has a reporter little brother, Victor, who he loves dearly, but does find disappointment in his career choice. Sergei has seen much combat, but it doesn’t bother him at all, he would do anything to protect his mother land.

VictorMale20-25 y.o.All ethnicities

A naïve young reporter in the Soviet Union, his brother is Sergei a Soviet soldier. Victor is a stranger to war, and does not understand its complexities, he also does not hesitate to question authority. Victor carries his camera everywhere he goes, he feels almost like a tourist in the war torn country.

MikhailMale40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

A war torn KGB agent who would not crack under even the most brutal pressure. He runs the place without even having to speak, as his reputation as a terrifying leader proceeds him.

DimitriMale25-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Soviet army pilot who has seen the full invasion and all its truths, but is too afraid to say it. The war takes a toll on his appearance, he has seen things that one wishes not to talk about.

IvanMale25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Soviet army infantry man who got injured in the initial invasion of Afghanistan, he is fully committed to the war effort, he is just another soldier from the line.