Casting Call for "Unusual Things Have Happened" Film

Mya is a brilliant, emotionally complex college freshman who grew up in poverty. Resilient and strategic, she’s dating a college basketball star whose NIL money provides her with a lifestyle she’s never had — but at a cost. Strong emotional range; must be able to portray inner conflict, quiet strength, and vulnerability Must feel authentic as a young woman navigating poverty, power, and self-preservation Audition will require one monologue and a short scene Lead: $350/day

Role Type: Principal Athletic Build Required Traits: Swagger and charm Quick temper, especially when jealous Dominant and intimidating presence Competitive and territorial Skills Required: Basketball skills a plus Strong acting range to show cockiness, intimidation, and jealousy Ability to portray both charm and underlying emotional instability Lead: $350/day

Production Title: Stranger Things Have Happened Role Type: Principal Actor Casting Notes: Must be athletic and able to convincingly portray a competitive basketball player Strong screen presence and ability to express complex emotions with subtlety Must have chemistry with actors playing both the star player and his girlfriend Lead: $350/day

Traits: Cold, calculated, emotionally detached Efficient, direct, no-nonsense Strong presence, authoritative Hardened by trauma, but still carries a sliver of buried compassion (very rarely seen) Day Player: $250/day

Type: Supporting Role (Emotional Depth) Traits: Loving and loyal Naïve but nurturing Emotionally driven Strong maternal instincts Capable of growth and transformation Supporting: $250/day Looking For: Talent who can portray both the soft heart of a woman in love and the fierce strength of a mother pushed to her limit. Emotional range is key—must handle intimate scenes, tearful moments, and moments of awakening with authenticity.

Calvin is the 36-year-old father of Stephon, a former basketball star whose promising career was cut short when he became a single father. Now, he’s a disciplined, no-nonsense man who lives with quiet regrets but pours everything into raising his son right. Traits: Resilient, protective, emotionally complex, quietly intense, authoritative. Must be able to portray a balance of strength and vulnerability. Supporting: $250/day

Role Type: Supporting Gender: Male Character Vibe: Think a cross between a seasoned detective and a military sergeant. He commands respect, doesn’t tolerate games, and still manages to deliver his lines with a sharp edge of dry humor. Casting Notes: Looking for a strong actor with commanding presence, a sharp delivery style, and the ability to convey authority with subtlety. Supporting: $250/day

Coach Green is a seasoned, no-nonsense basketball coach with decades of experience and a legacy on the line. He's just a few wins away from becoming the most winning coach in the league’s history—and he knows it. Every decision, every drill, and every moment is fueled by his obsession with victory. Traits:Intense and driven,Old-school mentality,Unapologetically blunt,Deeply passionate about the game,Carries the weight of legacy on his shoulders Supporting: $250/day

Role Type: Supporting Location: College Campus Character Description: Keith is Antonio’s close friend and often serves as his voice of reason. While others get caught up in drama, ego, or poor decisions, Keith stands firm in logic, maturity, and a strong moral compass. He's calm, observant, and deeply loyal. Personality Traits: Grounded and mature beyond his years Loyal and dependable Calm under pressure Assertive when needed Doesn’t follow the crowd Supporting: $250/day

Role: Campus Security Officer Personality Traits: Smart and observant Straight-shooter, doesn’t sugarcoat Witty with dry humor Determined and persistent Trusts his gut, but checks the facts Supporting: $250/day

Relationship: Mya’s Mother Character Traits: Protective – She's always had to be both mother and father. Resilient – Life in the projects made her tough, but not cold. Street-smart – She sees through people quickly. Wounded – Still carries trauma and unhealed wounds from her past. Day Player: $250/day

Character Name: President Walker Type: Supporting Role Character Description: President Walker is in her 40’s. She is a confident and demanding woman. She has found herself in the middle of a mess at her college. And uses her authority to get things under control. Character Traits: Confident- She knows the power her position holds Demanding- She expects nothing less than 100% from her Supporting: $250/day