Casting Actors for "The Price of Mothe" Independent Feature Film

(Lead) A layered and emotionally complex woman grappling with infertility, grief, guilt, and the overwhelming desire to be a mother. Her actions are driven by love and fear, and she carries a devastating secret that unravels her marriage. Must deliver intense emotional scenes, subtle internal conflict, and moments of levity and love.

(Lead) A loving, devoted husband trying to hold his family together through heartbreak and confusion. He’s blindsided by secrets and betrayal but remains committed to fatherhood and healing. Role requires emotional range from joy to devastation. Strong presence and grounded performance needed.

(Supporting) Latonya’s best friend and comedic backbone of the film. She’s loyal, blunt, witty, and protective. Jasmine brings comic relief but is also the voice of reason and support. Actor must be able to balance humor with heartfelt emotional scenes.

(Supporting) Jeffery’s best friend since college. Funny, reckless, and inappropriate at times—but he’s loyal and has hidden depth. Tony often lightens the mood but becomes a stable support figure by the end. Comedic timing required with eventual emotional maturity.

(Supporting) Latonya’s OB-GYN. Calm and professional, but ultimately part of the film’s central medical twist involving egg-swapping and betrayal. Must portray warmth, trust, and layered complexity with subtle menace.

(Supporting) Hospital physician who explains Destiny’s medical condition and manages her recovery. Clear, composed, and empathetic. Strong, articulate presence with gravitas.

(Day Player) Receptionist at the doctor’s office. Bubbly but blunt, with poor timing and unintentionally comedic delivery. One scene. Great small comedic role.

(Day Player) Professional, calming presence in hospital scenes. Helps facilitate Destiny’s care. Brief scene but emotionally impactful.

(Minor Supporting) Jeffery’s college crush who reappears at a bar during a tense moment in his marriage. Confident, poised, and charismatic. Scene requires flirtatious but grounded presence.

(Day Player) Jeffery’s assistant. Organized, respectful, and professional. One or two scenes; strong, clean delivery.

(Day Player) A business associate involved in contract negotiations. Composed, sharp, and detail-oriented. Only one key scene.

(Day Player) A warm, polished server at the restaurant. Adds a touch of class and humor to a dinner scene. Friendly with great natural timing.

(Day Player) Upholds restaurant policy with politeness. Gatekeeper energy in a brief but funny moment. Small role with charm.

(Day Player) Slow-moving and indifferent café worker. Gets under Jeffery’s skin. Brief, dry humor role.

(Day Player) Serves drinks to Jeffery and Myiesha. Background role with minor lines. Calm, casual tone.

(Day Player) Leads the entertainment at the restaurant. Smooth-talking and energetic with good mic presence. Short but fun role. Must be confident on mic.

(Minor Mention/Performer) Pianist who accompanies the live artist. Non-speaking background role for real pianist or actor who can mimic playing.

(Supporting – Final Act) A serious and compassionate detective from the Special Victims Unit. Delivers the final emotional twist about Destiny’s true parentage. Strong dramatic delivery. Commanding but empathetic presence.

(Supporting) A salon regular and Latonya’s loud, hilarious client-turned-friend. Shannon brings energy, chaos, and laughs with her over-the-top reactions, gossip, and wild hair situations. Though comedic, she also helps expose Latonya’s emotional state through their banter. Needs strong comedic timing, physical humor, and the ability to improvise within natural dialogue.