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"The Collector" Short Movie Needs Actors

Rochester, NY, United States
ID: 282784Exp: 5/1/2025
$125/day
Description:

Casting call for a short film "The Collector". In need of cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the roles below. About the project: THE COLLECTOR “You always have a choice.” Logline for the film: An ex-marine working as a contract killer takes an offer from an infamous gang leader to find his wife and daughter’s killer. Rate: This is a paid gig. Additional info: The shooting will take place from June 28th - July 13th. All actors must be based in Rochester-NY. When applying, please mention your skill set as well as a headshot (Right/Center/Left profile) and resume (not required but preferred). You will then be notified with instructions for audition location and time.

14 roles

MILES WALLACEMale30-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead, masculine-presenting. Ex-marine, now a contract killer. Wears a stylish black fedora, tough and serious. Seeking revenge for his wife and daughter's murder. Smart, skilled, and haunted by his past.

MARTINMale30-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting, masculine-presenting. Tall, dark-haired, and smooth-talking. Former close friend of Miles, now a target. Works for the same shadowy organization. Calm but dangerous when needed.

RAPHAEL "THE ICE KING"Male35-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting, masculine-presenting. A feared gang leader with street connections. Confident, manipulative, and always in control. Dresses flashy, enjoys power and wealth. Offers Miles a deal in exchange for information.

PAULMale50-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting, masculine-presenting. Wise, experienced, and gruff. Former mentor to Miles. Tries to guide Miles away from revenge. Ultimately killed for knowing too much.

MICHELLE WALLACEFemale30-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Flashbacks, feminine-presenting. Miles' loving wife, taken from him too soon. Kind-hearted, supportive, and strong. Seen in happy memories and tragic moments.

GEORGE (GIANT DUDE)Male35-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Giant Dude - Minor, masculine-presenting. Large, intimidating bodyguards for Raphael. Loyal and has a sense of humor. Ready to fight when ordered.

BERNIE (BIG DUDE)Male35-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Big Dude - Minor, masculine-presenting. Large, intimidating bodyguards for Raphael. Loyal and smart. Ready to fight when ordered.

CARMEN (DESK LADY)Female35-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Minor, feminine-presenting. Works at Company Headquarters. Sarcastic, reserved, and loves her snacks. Controls access to lower Company levels.

JAMES (GANG BOSS)Male40-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Minor, masculine-presenting. Local criminal boss stealing from Raphael. Ends up on the wrong side of Miles' gun.

JOHN (THE PASTOR)Male45-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Minor, masculine-presenting. Wise and calming presence. Gives Miles spiritual advice. Offers guidance, but knows Miles has his own path.

5 THUGSMale21-35 y.o.All ethnicities

5 Extras, masculine-presenting. Gang Boss's thugs, stealing from Raphael. Cocky, armed, and dangerous. Also ends up on the wrong side of Miles' gun.

DAMON (Man in Alley)Male30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Minor, masculine-presenting, any ethnicity. Rugged, agile, and intense. Short appearance where Miles confronts him in a struggle in an alleyway. He's interrogated but knows nothing. Ultimately, meets an unfortunate end.

JUAN (RUNNING GUY)Male30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Minor, masculine-presenting, any ethnicity. Fast and agile. A man running from MILES in fear. His performance should convey raw fear, intensity, and urgency.

RITA (RAPHAEL'S MISTRESS)Female20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Minor, feminine presenting, any ethnicity. Attractive with a mix of fear. Must convey panic and emotion in a tense scene with minimal dialogue.