The Survivor Series Part 2: The Cost of Dignity
We are casting "The Survivor Series, Part 2: The Cost of Dignity," a grounded dramatic short film exploring the emotional and moral cost of survival for a young single mother pushed to her limits. She is forced to confront how much of herself she must sacrifice to survive. Please Note: There are mature themes in this short film. However, all scenes that require any nudity or intimacy will be shot professionally with a closed set and intimacy coordinator.
8 role s
Patricia Jenkins- Mr. Ray’s wife. Loud, brash, materialistic, and comedic relief. Always has something to say. Character actress, bold presence. Notes: Partial nudity implied (appears half-dressed in robe during confrontation scene).
Tasha Harris- House Mom and floor manager at The Strip Club. Seasoned, confident, the voice of experience and survival. Maternal but streetwise. Notes: Must be comfortable in Strip Club environment.
Ronald Johnson- The Strip Club Owner and General Manager. Professional, intimidating, but not predatory — represents the transactional side of the adult industry. Corporate demeanor with street tone. Notes: Must be comfortable in strip club environment.
A confident, sensual young woman auditioning for dancer at the strip club before Tina’s turn. Her presence embodies what Tina fears becoming. Comfortable with her body and movement. Notes: Topless nudity required. (This scene is handled tastefully and professionally, shot with closed set.)
Younger version of Tina. 16 years old, innocent, vulnerable, resilient. Notes: Simulated sexual assault scene (non-explicit, no nudity required). Actor must be comfortable wearing bath towel with choreographed physicality.
Tiffany’s old boyfriend and past abuser. He’s a predator that demonstrates lewd, vulgar behavior. He is Jalen’s biological father due to his past assault on Tina when she was 16. Notes: Simulated sexual assault scene (non-explicit, no nudity required). Actor must be comfortable with choreographed physicality.
Featured background dancers in The Strip Club. Movement-based roles with potential for feature close-ups. Must be comfortable in strip club environment. Notes: Partial or implied nudity depending on costume and comfort level. All dancer scenes choreographed and filmed professionally with closed set.
Tina’s outspoken older sister. Works in healthcare. Believes survival justifies compromise. Provides both conflict and support. Street-smart, blunt, and hardened by life. Former exotic dancer who became the family caretaker at a young age. Strong-willed, assertive, comedic edge. Actress must bring grit, sass, and authenticity. Notes: Brief sexual situation in bedroom scene with boyfriend. Scene requires implied sex, brief nudity or partially undressed depending on actress comfort level.
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