Talent Needed for Short Film
Casting talent for short film, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Living is a psychological drama centered on grief, identity, and emotional disconnection. Synopsis: Agatha (26) is adrift, numb, and grieving the sudden loss of her mother. She begins to experience vivid visions of a mysterious child who appears at the edges of her reality. These encounters trigger confusion and intense emotional outbursts as Agatha struggles to come to terms with what the child represents. Her closest friends, Lainie and Anthony, attempt to ground her, but her anger pushes them away. It’s Dr. Fran, her unusual, but compassionate therapist, who begins to help Agatha confront what she has been avoiding. Over time, Agatha is forced to face a truth and ultimately, face herself. Rate: Stipend - $300 for lead role, $150 for supporting characters Additional info: Shooting at the end of January Filming location: Within Burlington County, NJ Shoot dates: towards the end of January, exact dates TBD, 2-3 days of filming expected Please apply if interested
3 role s
Lead role. Complex, intense, and layered, Agatha’s journey is raw and emotionally demanding, requiring an actor capable of portraying vulnerability, anger, and gradual self-discovery.
Supporting role. One of Agatha’s closest friends and the girlfriend of Anthony (Agatha’s best friend). Lainie is caring and grounded, serving as an emotional anchor while navigating growing tension within the friend group.
Supporting role. Agatha’s therapist. Eccentric, thoughtful in approach, and unafraid to ask disarming questions that cut through Agatha’s defenses.
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