allcasting Acting Casting CallsCasting Call "While She Still Dances" Indie Short Film

Casting Call "While She Still Dances" Indie Short Film

Ottawa, ON, Canada

ID: 294419Exp: 10/31/2025

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Description:

When an elderly woman, lost in dementia, rejects the medically assisted death she once requested, her family must decide whether honouring her forgotten wish is an act of mercy - or an unforgivable betrayal. This is an indie short production. Principal photography January 14-17, 2026. Talent must be willing to work as an Ottawa local (ie. no travel or lodging expenses covered) Please provide a headshot and we will contact you to provide audition sides.

— Michael Blackburn

1 role

MaureenFemale56-56 y.o.White / Caucasian

At 80 years of age, Maureen alternates between nighttime disorientation and daytime serenity. Charming and endearing, she is happily confused and lives on a memory care unit. Her personality stills shines however and she loves to joke and make cheeky comments.