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Acting Job in "Tony’s Swing!" Short Film

Chicago, IL, United States
ID: 283895Exp: 5/3/2025
Description:

Casting actors for "Tony’s Swing!" Short Film, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: TONY’S SWING tells the story of a young autistic man who finds peace on a swing—until judgment from others tries to take that joy away. With his mother’s strength and love, Tony finds his way back to himself. Rate: Non-union | Unpaid | Meals, IMDb credit, and footage provided. Additional info: Filming in Chicago on May 3 & 4, 2025! Please apply if interested.

5 roles

TonyMale18-21 y.o.All ethnicities

Autistic. Sensitive, curious, and sweet. Loves swinging at the park. Must convey emotional depth and vulnerability.

Tony’s MotherFemale40-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Warm, protective, and strong. She’ll go to any length to support her son.

Traffic CopMale50-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Condescending and ableist. Represents systemic misunderstanding.

Park ParentFemale30-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Snobby, judgmental, sees Tony as “too old” for the park.

ExtrasBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Kids and parents for a park scene. All ages and backgrounds welcome!