Open Roles in Production of "Knotty"
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Casting actors and extras for "Knotty" film. Please, see the details below. About the project: A Nigerian undocumented immigrant on the brink of deportation, who fears love, captures the heart of an Italian-American man hardened by family betrayal, as their instant connection challenges them to navigate the dangerous path of loyalty, trust, and citizenship. Rate: Meals will be provided. Digital copy of the finished. Product will be sent to talent upon request for their reels. ACTRA Tier 4. Production union rate (TBC). Additional information: Media: Interracial Romantic Drama Status Union. Shooting Locations: Hamilton. Shoot Date: August 28 to 1 September 2025. Rehearsal Date: August 16 2025 (zoom) from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Searching for LOCAL ACTRA Actors with theater experience are encouraged to apply. Actors may hold sides during their audition if needed. Actors that are available for 1 rehearsal day August 16th 2025. Actors that are available for shooting day from August 28th to September 1st 2025. Deadline for Submissions: August 4th, 2025. When applying, please submit demo reel/head shot/resume.
24 roles
He is a nuanced character who balances immense talent and passion with profound vulnerability and fear. A Nigerian with an accent, 5.7 to 5.9 height.
Ethan is a man trapped by his past and his privilege, whose chance encounter with Oriaku forces him to confront his own internal struggles and ultimately redefine what truly matters. An Italian-America, 6.1 to 6.5 height.
Raj is Ethan's friend, an Indian Man with an accent. 6.1 to 6.5 height.
Isla is Ethan's secretary and Oriaku's roommate. Any European accent, 5.7 to 5.9 height.
Hua is Angelo's employee and Oriaku's roommate. A Chinese/Malaysian accent, 5.7 to 5.9 height.
Angelo is Raj and Ethan's friend, a Filipino with an accent, 6.1 to 6.5 height.
Mr. Jude is Ethan's ruthless uncle and Oriaku's employer. An American/ French Canadian accent. 5.9 to 6.1 height.
Camila is Ethan's rude and sophisticated ex-girlfriend tied to family connections. A Mexican/Spanish accent, 5.7 to 5.9 height.
Ife is Oriaku's childhood boyfriend, a Nigerian business minded Man with an accent. 6.1 to 6.5 height.
Amanda is a newscaster, an Australian/British accent 20 to 28 years Amina is a new immigrant from South Africa with an accent. She is seeking a job at Oriaku's music school.
Rodrigo is Camila's Father, a Brazilian/Portuguese accent.
Lakshmi is Raj's Mother. An Indian/Sri Lanka with accent.
Vishnu is Raj's Father. A Pakistani with accent.
Mr. Zack is Ethan's family chief servant and a father figure. A Canadian with an accent.
Olivia is Camila's mother, a Colombian accent.
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