Casting Call for "The Watch' Student Short Film
Casting actors for "The Watch' Student Short Film, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Logline: A teenager’s celebration of success turns grim when a man falls to his death at her feet, leaving her caught between sympathy, suspicion, and the eerie hospitality of the grieving family. Rate: Meals on set — we’ll make sure you’re comfortable and well cared for IMDb credit — your name will appear on the film’s IMDb page Footage for your reel — you’ll receive high-quality clips of your performance Festival exposure — our projects are regularly submitted to film festivals Compensation — may vary by role, but all receive the benefits listed above Additional info: This project offers a great opportunity for dedicated actors to gain on-set experience, expand their reels, and collaborate with an ambitious and creative team. Filming Dates: January 19th (Martin Luther King Jr. weekend), 23rd, 24th, and 25th, 2026 Note: Not all roles require availability for all four days. When applying, please include Headshot and resume (if available) A short demo reel or video clip (if available) Which role(s) you’re interested in Your availability for the January filming dates.
4 roles
(Lead ) Ethnicity open. A teenage girl whose life changes in an instant when a man falls to his death right in front of her. Intelligent, anxious, and emotionally raw — carries both vulnerability and strength.
(Supporting ) Ethnicity open. The deceased man’s daughter. Elegant but emotionally unstable, her grief manifests as intensity and denial. A layered role balancing heartbreak, volatility, and suppressed rage.
(Supporting) Ethnicity open. Warm, protective, but occasionally overbearing. She brings subtle humour and heart to tense moments, offering emotional contrast to the film’s darker tone.
(Supporting) Ethnicity open. Well-dressed, weary, haunted by regret. His brief but powerful scene sets the story in motion. A silent or near-silent role requiring expressive physical acting including wearing special effects makeup.
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