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"Behind Her Eyes" Upcoming Movie Audition

Saint Louis, MO, United States
ID: 279686Exp: 3/16/2025
$100/project
Description:

“Behind Her Eyes” short film needs actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. About the project: A short film on Struggle, Resilience, and Triumph. Seeking talented actors for upcoming short film, "Behind Her Eyes," a raw and inspiring story that delves into the personal and professional challenges faced by a Black woman striving to overcome adversity. From the stereotypes society puts on her, to the pressures of pursuing her dreams and caring for her child. This film is a tribute to the strength, vulnerability, and beauty behind her eyes. Rate: $100 to female lead | $50 to boss role. Additional info: Directors welcome both experienced actors and fresh talent. Requirements: - Ability to follow simple direction and perform in both staged and natural settings. - Comfort on camera and the ability to interact naturally with adult actors. Audition Material: guided interaction; Shooting dates: TBD If you are interested, please apply.

2 roles

Main Girl (Protagonist)Female20-35 y.o.African-American

A determined and resilient woman whose journey is marked by both struggle and hope. She is a single mother facing systemic and personal challenges as she works to reinvent herself—navigating rejection in the professional world while pursuing a modeling career working to put food on the table for her child. See the document attached.

BossBoth genders40-56 y.o.White / Caucasian

An authoritative figure in a professional setting who delivers the pivotal scene of rejecting the protagonist’s resume. This role requires a commanding presence with the capacity to convey the realities of corporate indifference or bias. See the document attached.