Paid Talent Needed for "Take Care, Then" Short Film

A plain, emotionally repressed Pennsylvania Dutch farm wife and mother in the 1880s. Grounded in tradition but with a buried wildness that begins to surface. Discovers unexpected pleasure, power, and independence. Must balance stillness with slow transformation; dry humor and deep emotional range required. Think: Sarah Paulson meets Phoebe Waller-Bridge

(Lead)A brilliant, mustachioed, overgrown-child of a husband who abandons his wife and farm to chase greatness on a penny-farthing bicycle. Athletic, traditional, theatrical possibly bipolar. He's a romantic wrapped in delusion. Strong comedic timing and improvisation skills essential. Think: Jason Ritter with a Messiah complex and a banjo or piccolo.

(Supporting) A radiant, earthy herbalist who lives just beyond the edges of tradition. Married to Ben. Works part time on the farm. Outdoorsy, sensual, and emotionally grounded. She's gently guides Florence toward self-discovery through nature, pleasure, and quiet rebellion. Must exude presence, warmth, and subtle magnetism. Think: Lisa Bonet by way of a barefoot apothecary.

(Supporting) A sexy, grounded farmhand and orchardist who works on Florence's farm. Outdoorsy, athletic, and emotionally intuitive. In a loving, open marriage with Leah. Flirtatious with Florence, but always respectful-he helps awaken her to a freer, more honest way of living. Must have natural charm, physical ease, and strong chemistry with lead. Think: Pedro Pascal with a pruning knife and a basket of peaches.

(Supporting) Florence's cousin and best friend. Outwardly traditional but with a mischievous streak and a mind of her own. Flirtatious, funny, and more worldly than she lets on. Encourages Florence to embrace freedom and pleasure, sometimes with a nudge, sometimes with a full shove. Must have strong comedic instincts and sharp timing. Think: Samantha Jones meets Portia de Rossi in a bonnet.

(Supporting) The town's upright church organist and self-appointed guardian of moral order. Traditional, pious, and sharp-eyed, Pearl regularly "checks in" on Florence while her husband is away to offer help, sure, but mostly to sniff out any creeping sin. She believes in propriety, appearances, and keeping things just so. Must balance stern comedy with genuine conviction. Think: Aunt Lydia with a hymnal and a hot dish.