Audition for Movie "The Pirate King"
Looking to cast actors for "The Pirate King". Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Rate: Paid. About the project: Inspired by true stories, a Marine veteran struggling with PTSD and addiction finds unexpected redemption when he joins a group of pirate reenactors, giving him a chance to fight for custody of his daughter and rebuild the life he thought was lost forever. That is, if he can avoid the allure of becoming an actual modern-day pirate. Additional info: Shoot Dates: o/a 6/2-7/3; Location: Virginia Beach, VA. When applying please include availability for the project, picture, resume, contact info, city of residence, and demo reel if available. Selected candidates will be asked to submit a video audition.
5 roles
A tough but goofy biker and “deck hand” of a pirate reenactment crew. Barb has a treasure trove of pirate-themed jokes and is always ready to have a good time, but she deflects with the kind of skill that only comes from having been through some hard times. Barb is a fiercely loyal friend and deeply committed to her crew, even if they’re not stealing ships together, she knows that what they do, bringing joy and fun to people’s lives, is important… SUPPORTING
Sean is Todd’s coastal attorney with hedge fund vibes. He has continued to work with Todd despite his late payments because he wants to support veterans, but he’s on the brink of his partners forcing him to leave the case. Sean is frustrated by what he sees as Todd’s self-sabotage and lack of drive… 2 Scenes/ 30 Lines
Tough and stoic, Jim Powers is a naval father if ever there’s been one. After his son, Jack, a veteran who fought alongside Todd and saved his life, died by suicide, he started volunteering with the organization Stop Soldier Suicide. Jack’s death gave Jim a new purpose, when he sees that Todd is struggling, he offers words of wisdom and new perspective… 2 Scenes/ 31 Lines
Exactly the type of quirky guy who would be a Civil War reenactor, Jim is brash and competitive. When he finds that pirate reenactment may be a more lucrative gig, he and his crew pivot and are shockingly good at it. After learning about Todd’s past, Jim, who lost his father in Vietnam, sympathizes with him, but he can’t give up their feud forever… 3 Scenes/ 13 Lines
Tess’ new husband, the Epitome of Southern wealth. Michael is on the board of a software development company responsible for weapons used by the American military. Michael is a good husband and step-father, despite being a bit rude and controlling… 4 Scenes/ 7 Lines
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