Acting Roles for "Broad Shoulders" Short Film

Supporting. European Descent. Sophie is Sonny's mother, she is the sweetest woman in the world but doesn't quite understand the significance and weight of mental illness; she wants to care for her son but doesn't know how to help him.

Supporting, Female. African Descent. *Do you have dance experience? Nicky is gifted at reading people. She is highly emotionally intelligent. She struggles with Bipolar and Is coping with the loss of her little brother. She expresses herself and her emotions through dance.

Supporting. European Descent. Lovy is a broken soul He struggles with substance addition and impulsivity. He has lots of first-hand experience in how destructive life can be. But he's still here, giving it another shot!

Supporting. Paul leads the group therapy sessions and is a source of wisdom. He is a great listener and has seen everything: the highs and lows, the mania and depression, the sane and insane, but he remains calm, cool, and collected.

Supporting. This nurse is cold and unsympathetic to her patients. She follows the rules. No room for exception. She and Sonny are in conflict.

Supporting. This staff member is only seen during the final dance sequence. He follows the rules but is understanding and more flexible than his co-workers. He and Sonny have an important dislogue.