Casting Actors for "Level Zero" Short Film
Actors needed for "Level Zero" short film. Please find more details provided below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: The film begins with Thomas, a lonely teen spiraling after discovering his girlfriend's betrayal and his friends' abandonment. Obsessed with a video game he's been developing, Thomas leaves behind cryptic DVD cases for each of them before taking his own life. When his friends begin playing it, they discover that the game is more than entertainment. As paranoia and guilt escalate, the game drives them to tragic extremes. Additional info: Dec 5, 2025-Dec 7, 2025 San Antonio, Texas (Dates subject to change) See the sides attached. When applying, please send audition tape along with your acting reel by Nov 10, 2025.
5 roles
(Lead in prologue) Withdrawn, exhausted, haunted. He's a once-bright teen consumed by heartbreak, betrayal, and obsession with his horror video game. His descent into darkness sets the film in motion. Must convey quiet intensity, inner torment, and desperation.
(Lead) Reserved, conflicted, and guilt-ridden. Once close to Thomas, he's now caught between grief, responsibility, and the horror of the game. He begins quiet and uneasy, eventually unraveling into desperation and trauma. Needs an actor who can play subtle emotion and intense breakdowns.
(Major role) Quiet, intelligent, skater with a nerdy edge. Sensitive and observant, but curiosity leads him into the game's trap. Must carry subtle shifts from natural teen energy to hypnotized horror, and later devastating violence
(Supporting) Thomas' grieving mother. Her worn-down strength and aching vulnerability set an emotional tone early in the film. Requires strong dramatic chops for dialogue-heavy scenes.
(Supporting) Sharp-eyed, strict, authoritative. Represents order and responsibility in contrast to Noah's spiraling descent. Strong presence in just a few impactful scenes.
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