Talent Needed for "Would You Hurt Me?" Film

Iris Dean wants to be loved but needs to be vulnerable, and over the course of the story, she will learn through her new experiences to finally open up to her new partner. Iris Dean's trauma takes the physical form of her ex-partner, the Male Figure, in visceral flashbacks, who is trying to keep her silent and complacent. But if she remains quiet and complacent, she will ruin her new relationship with Justin.

Justin is goofy, carefree and a little immature with a constant, deep want to learn, grow, and connect. Justin, a charismatic man, is trying to get to know Iris to build a deeper connection, but he's getting frustrated with all his attempts, and she's still not opening up. He's never seen the Male Figure but he does see the long-lasting effect he had on Iris and is willing to find a path of healing together with her.

The Male Figure is a strong presence even while faceless throughout the film. He's a deeply insecure man who takes a violent approach to break down Iris's walls and person. He's angry. Angry that he doesn't think he's good enough for Iris, so angry he's decided to try and bring out the worst in her to further soothe his ego. There's a dark and boyish immaturity present within him which he ultimately fails to grow past, ending his relationship with Iris.