Casting Actors for "Potluck" Short Film
Looking to cast talent for the "Potluck" short film. Please see more details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Storyline: Potluck is a Chinese-American adaptation of Cain and Abel set in Texas. At a church potluck, Vivian’s resentment simmers violently when her younger sister Lucy makes a surprise appearance. As they compete for the praise and attention of their family and congregation, Vivian’s jealousy threatens to boil over. Rate: $200/day. Additional info: Justin Lai is a director from Austin, TX who lives in Brooklyn. He runs a digital design studio (Breakpoint Studios). His first short film, Receding, recently had its premiere at the Florida Film Festival. He’s eager to return to his Austin roots with this next project! Actors local hire to Austin, TX preferred. Out of town actors will be considered for the lead roles. *Note- some roles require the actors to speak fluent Mandarin. Please only submit Mandarin speakers to these roles. Location: Austin, TX Shoots: January 9-12, 2026. When applying please send the following: -Headshot -Resume -Reel -Your location -Confirm your level of mandarin fluency if applicable -Confirm your availability Jan 9-12
3 roles
Chinese American. A plain looking single woman who lives with her parents. She doesn't have a job or a boyfriend. Her redeeming qualities are that she's good with kids and enjoys being helpful around her parent's house. She is resentful of her younger sister Lucy. She simmers with passive aggressive rage against her sister and her parents. Mandarin speaker but speaks it poorly. LEAD. Rate $200/day
Chinese American. Younger sister of Vivian. Attractive, professional, and kind. She has a successful career and a fiancee. She is the center of attention and commands a room effortlessly. She is very careful around her older sister and tries not to anger her, but her entire existence seems to be triggering. When she is in private with her parents, with Vivian not around, she feels like she can finally let loose. Speaks fluent/good Mandarin. LEAD. Rate $200/day
Chinese American. The matriarch of the family. She is assertive, opinionated, but tries to be measured and calm. She is a good host, attentive to her guests' needs. She is popular. She respects Lucy. Vivian doesn't have her respect. She tries to be fair, believing herself to not have favorites, but she constantly betrays her intentions. Speaks fluent/good Mandarin. SUPPORTING. Rate $200/day
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