Casting Call for "Gifted Vision" Film

(Lead) Is a 17-year-old born blind in one eye due to corneal opacity, making him self-conscious and a frequent target of bullying. Despite his anxiety, he isn’t weak he’s outspoken when pushed, naturally witty, and uses humor to hide his pain. His body overcompensates through extraordinary hearing (up to ~80 kHz), giving him heightened awareness that later becomes a powerful advantage in boxing.

(Lead) To play 16-17 | All Ethnicities | Male Ray is a talented young boxer and the dominant bully at Eddie’s high school. Charismatic, loud, and aggressive, he leads his friends Cedric and Drew, who follow his every move. He regularly mocks and humiliates Eddie, using intimidation to maintain control. A “golden boy gone wrong,” Ray isn’t just a brute he’s one of the best young fighters in the city, driven by fear, pressure, and the belief that boxing is his entire identity.

(Supporting) Nas is a flashy, loud, and arrogantly confident boxer with a long, complicated history with Tomb. Once childhood training partners, now bitter rivals, Nas rose to fame while Tomb fell into isolation after a career-ending incident that Nas played a major part in. He’s charismatic, stylish, and loves attention but beneath the swagger is deep competitiveness and toxicity.

(Supporting) To play 16-17 | All Ethnicities | Male Cedric is Ray’s right-hand man the loyal enforcer of the group who copies Ray’s aggression, confidence, and attitude. He’s loud, mean, and always ready to jump in when Ray bullies Eddie or anyone else. A young boxer with solid talent (though not on Ray’s level), Cedric uses his size and athleticism to intimidate others. He thrives on the power that comes from being part of Ray’s crew.

(Day Player) The Announcer is the high-energy, hype-driven ring host for the Junior World Tournament. Loud, charismatic, and full of showmanship, he commands the crowd with booming enthusiasm and over-the-top personality. A true boxing fanatic, he delivers dramatic intros, sharp commentary, and crowd-pumping reactions that elevate every fight. He appears on both Day 1 and during the final bout, setting the tone of each match and amplifying the emotional stakes of Eddie’s journey.

(Day Player) East Asian, Eastern European, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, South Asian, Southeast Asian, White | Male Alex Hopperfield is a clean-cut, professional boxing promoter who appears in the final scene. Well-dressed and confident, he carries a quiet authority the kind of man who can change a fighter’s future with a single handshake. He approaches Tomb with a potential opportunity, representing the larger boxing world beyond local gyms.

(Day Player) The Referee is the seasoned, authoritative official who oversees every match in the Junior World Tournament. Energetic and physically active, he moves confidently around the ring, keeping fighters in check and controlling the pace of each bout. He steps in fast when tensions rise, delivers dramatic knockdown counts including Ray’s fall in the final fight and appears throughout both tournament days. His presence adds authenticity, structure, and tension to the fight sequences.

(Day Player) Ms. Angie is the warm but no-nonsense manager at Eddie’s job. She’s hardworking, caring, and treats Eddie with a gentle, motherly firmness. Patient and observant, she supports him without pity and isn’t afraid to set someone straight when needed. She brings grounded, working-class realism to Eddie’s world and represents one of the few adults who truly sees his potential.