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Actors Wanted for "Responsibility" Short Film

Chicago, IL, United States
ID: 292815Exp: 10/16/2025
Description:

Casting actors for "Responsibility" Non-Union Short Film, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Responsibility follows William, a college student, looking after his younger sister Madilyn. After their parents’ sudden death, William is thrust into guardianship. Struggling with grief, guilt, and immaturity, he must learn to step into his role as protector and brother Rate: Credit, copy of final film, meals provided Additional info: Union Status: Non-Union Shoot Dates: October 17–19, 2025 Backup Dates: October 24–26, 2025 (must hold) When applying, please include the following by October 1, 2025 @ 11:59 PM CST: Headshot & resume Reel or self-tape (if available) Confirm availability for all shoot + backup dates Label your submission: ROLE – ACTOR NAME

5 roles

WILLIAM BLAIRMale20-24 y.o.White / Caucasian

21-year-old college student, older brother to Madilyn. Sensitive, conflicted, vulnerable; must balance playful sibling energy with the crushing weight of responsibility.

AMANDAFemale28-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Madilyn’s assigned social worker. Professional, empathetic, and steady; serves as William’s moral compass.

DIANA BLAIRFemale40-45 y.o.White / Caucasian

Mother to William and Madilyn. Loving, maternal, gently wise. Appears briefly in flashbacks/voiceover, guiding William beyond her passing.

EDGAR BLAIRMale40-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Father to William and Madilyn. Warm, protective, lightly comedic. Appears briefly, establishing the family bond.

POLICE OFFICERSBoth genders25-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Appear briefly to deliver the devastating news of Diana and Edgar’s death. Professional yet empathetic. Photos only – no lines required.