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"Vivus" Narrative Short Film Seeking Actors

Oklahoma City, OK, United States
ID: 299941Exp: 1/15/2026
$250/project
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "Vivus", a narrative short film, seeking actors of all genders and ethnicities for lead and day-player roles. See more details below. About the project: Logline: A group of friends, each burdened by recent personal tragedy, are presented with an impossible opportunity—the chance to bring their loved ones back to life through an ancient book carved with a butterfly at its center. Synopsis: Vivus is a dark, emotional short film exploring grief, desperation, and the dangerous allure of second chances. As the characters confront loss in different forms, they must decide how far they are willing to go—and what price they are willing to pay—to undo death. Rate: Leads: Flat rate $250 / 3 days Day Players: $25–$100 / 1 day, depending on role Meals and screen credit will be provided. Additional info: Please see the attached flyers below for more details. Location: Oklahoma City and surrounding areas Shoot Dates: January 22–25 Project Type: Short Film (Non-Union) If interested, submit your application with the email subject line: Role Name – Your Name Example: Lydia – Mary Kornsweat

10 roles

LydiaFemale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead.

BrianMale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead.

MarcusMale20-29 y.o.African-American

Day Player.

EliseFemale18-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Day Player.

Elise’s MomFemale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Day Player.

Grieving ManMale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Day Player.

AbbyFemale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Day Player.

Suicidal ManMale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Day Player.

MarkMale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Day Player.

Bloody ManMale40-49 y.o.African-American

Day Player.