Audition for Movie "Eggplant"
Casting call (in-person/by appointment) for “Eggplant” student film. Actors wanted. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the roles below. About the project: Logline: A broke young man takes a risky courier job with a South American mob crew to pay for his ailing father’s treatment—only to discover the job is a test of loyalty that could define his worth and his future. Additional info: A non union production. Shooting dates: February 1st to 28th, 2026 – tentative (5-to-6-day shoot, between those 4 weeks). Actors, please apply for sides and an audition time slot. Also, if you cannot appear in-person to audition (Saturday, 11/1, 2025 5:00–8:15pm), apply to inquire about the possibility of a virtual or self-taped audition.
9 roles
(Lead) – Queens kid, rough around the edges but pure heart; desperate to help his dad. Latino/Hispanic preferred or any ethnicity. Strong emotional range (shame → resolve).
(Supporting) – Colombian-born South American mob boss; calm menace with surprising paternal vibe. Latino/Hispanic preferred or any ethnicity.
(Supporting) – Cuban-born lieutenant; built, sharp, darkly funny, reads danger quickly. Latino/Hispanic preferred or any ethnicity.
(Day player) – Brooklyn tough with swagger; gatekeeper energy, dry comedy.
(Day player) – Vinny’s blunt, street-savvy contact who links him to Big Sal’s crew. Strong vocal presence; tough-love edge that masks concern. Latino/Hispanic preferred or any ethnicity.
(Supporting) – Frail but proud Marine veteran; warm, paternal gravitas. Latino/Hispanic preferred or any ethnicity.
(VO) – Clean, professional ER caller.
(Day player) – Undercover type; “test” cop with ambiguous allegiance.
(Day player) – Cold, unreadable bag-man; terse presence.
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