Lead Role Needed for a Short Narrative Film
"ROOM 627" Short narrative film. Ryan is sharp, aggressive, and confident on the surface. He controls situations through humor and intimidation. Underneath that armor is a damaged kid carrying anger, shame, and unresolved trauma. As the story unfolds, Ryan’s bravado cracks, revealing fear and vulnerability he has never allowed himself to show. This is a demanding, actor driven role that requires strong listening skills, emotional restraint, and the ability to shift power without telegraphing the change. Ryan is not a villain. He is a teenager who learned the wrong tools to survive. This is a paid role. Non union. Filming is tentatively scheduled for March 20 to 23, 2026. Location. New Albany or Jeffersonville, Indiana. Further casting details can be found on the official film website.
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Ryan Keller is a high school student, age 15 to 17, or able to convincingly portray that range. He is loud, sharp, and confrontational, using humor and intimidation to stay in control. Beneath the bravado is anger, shame, and unspoken pain. As pressure builds, his confidence fractures, revealing fear he does not know how to express. The role demands strong listening skills, emotional restraint, and a quiet, believable shift in power.
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