Casting a Comedic Drama Story 'Hood-ish'
Casting a comedic drama story. Follows a series of characters involved in hood activities, politics and quite frankly shit. It is a dark comedy filled with elements of romance, life lessons and teachable moments. For consideration, submit video reel, a size card along with multiple headshots, and a cover letter stating the location from which you will be traveling. Note: Talent will not be picked or selected unless they submit the above. (This is a non paid opportunity) Rehearsals are virtually; shoots in East Orange, NJ. Travel reimbursement, paid and fed meals, along with IMDB and reel footage.
8 roles
18 to 33 years old, Black, West Indies/Caribbean female. Dark Brown complexion. Tall. Athletic & in shape. Adores Mary J. Blige. January is the leader of the group of girls. She dresses business casual/professional, is Curt/Straight forward & honest. Intelligent, Ambitious & Serious about her goals & future. *Talent must be Tall, a New Jersey Native and Resident (5'7 and or above)* No facial, nose or lip piercings or tattoos at all.
23 to 30 years old, Hot-headed East Asian woman, 26, Supermarket Associate. Has a New York Accent. Dresses tomboyish, urban & down. She has a Short temper, easily agitated, moody & disrespectful. She clashes with January about the rent & with April’s sexual life due to her hearing sexual moaning through the walls. Because June is not black, people normally question her upbringing. They claim she is culturally appropriating.
The normal everyday guy, looking to aspire and change his life but unable to find the tools and resources to do so. Him and January have a romantic history as they have been close since kindergarten. (Must be New Jersey Native & Resident)
Was once a bad boy, now a youth pastor in a church. Jack is a born again walking saint. (
A big video game and anime head when he was a teenager, but after meeting a girl online, he makes a big move to Florida. Today, he's more closed off to his past, especially since becoming a professional gamer. Now his childhood friends along with himself, pose the question on if he want to come back to NJ.
She was known as the town's local ho. After high school, she went for a get away and restart in her home country. She returns to NJ with a new sense of purpose and pride, but unfortunately, some people won't let her bury her past.
18 to 35 years old, White woman. Pretty, soft, smells good. She is loyal, faithful and supportive. As she begins to look around, her peers begin to get engaged. She starts to wonder on when she'll get married. Actress must be open and comfortable with kissing, taking off her top & being intimate with another actor.
18 to 35 years old, African, Black, North African, West Indies/Caribbean woman. Black hair. Medium or long length. Slim to average body size. Tall. Natural hair is welcome. Quiet, ambitious and goal-orientated, intellectual, lowkey flirt and funny. Choosing to go by the name Bethany for a fresh start, she is in therapy, looking to heal from past trauma and pain. Actress must be open and comfortable with kissing, taking off her top & being intimate with another actor.
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