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Acting Job in "Simple Mathematics" Feature Film

Louisville, KY, United States
ID: 302965Exp: 1/31/2026
Description:

Casting actors for "Simple Mathematics" Feature Film, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Additional info: All roles require naturalistic performances Street realism over theatrical delivery Chemistry reads required for Shon & Nia Comfortable with crime drama themes When applying, please include headshot

14 role s

SHON “CORNELL” MATICSMale30-38 y.o.African-American

Shon is the oldest brother. Recently released after serving six years in prison for guns and counterfeit money. Hardened, intelligent, and emotionally guarded. He carries deep resentment toward his father and unresolved guilt about the past. Notes: Requires strong dramatic range Must balance toughness with vulnerability Romantic chemistry required (with Nia) Action and intense dialogue scenes

KAYVON “VON” MATICSMale28-35 y.o.African-American

Von is the middle sibling. Calculated, disciplined, and quietly ruthless. He’s the enforcer and protector of the family business. Unlike Shon, Von stayed active in the streets while Shon was locked up. Loyal to a fault and deeply conflicted about the family legacy. Notes: Strong physical presence Understated performance preferred Must convey internal conflict without overplaying

CARVEDA “SUGA” MATICSFemale28-35 y.o.African-American

Suga is the youngest sibling and the true brain of the operation. A high-level accountant living a double life. Sophisticated, controlled, and highly intelligent. She’s emotionally distant but deeply protective of her brothers. Suga believes in “simple mathematics” — every move has a cost. Notes: Strong dialogue and emotional authority Must project intelligence and control Key dramatic moments and final act power

NIAFemale28-35 y.o.African-American

Role Type: Lead Nia is a federal agent working deep undercover. Intelligent, emotionally layered, and conflicted. She forms a genuine connection with Shon while hiding her true identity. Nia is compassionate but disciplined, until love and family force her to choose. Notes: Requires subtle, grounded performance Must balance warmth and secrecy Strong romantic chemistry with Shon Heavy emotional scenes

FATHER MATICSMale45-60 y.o.African-American

A powerful, feared drug and Diamond dealer who built an empire while hiding addiction. Paranoid, controlling, and deeply flawed. Believes blood is the only loyalty. His decisions haunt the family long after his apparent death. Notes: Intimidating presence Complex antagonist energy Strong in flashback-heavy scenes

MOTHER MATICSFemale40-55 y.o.African-American

Character Description: A once-strong woman slowly consumed by addiction and betrayal. Torn between protecting her children and surviving her marriage. Her choices ripple through the entire story. Notes: Emotional depth required Limited screen time, strong impact

GRANDMOTHERFemale60-75 y.o.African-American

Role Type: Supporting Character Description: The family matriarch. Grounded, sharp-tongued, and unafraid to confront truth. She knows more than she says and demands respect. The emotional anchor of the family. Notes: Commanding but warm presence Strong authority in dialogue scenes

FEDERAL AGENTSBoth genders30-60 y.o.All ethnicities

Role Type: Supporting Character Description: Leader of the federal task force. Calm, calculating, and morally flexible. Always three steps ahead.

ROWE, KLEIN, MARSH, DIAZ, PIERCEBoth genders30-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Role Type: Supporting / Day Players Task force agents monitoring the Matics operation. Some are by-the-book, others morally compromised.

Dealer / Connect (Antagonist) –Male18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Menacing, strategic criminal presence

Prison GuardMale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Small but impactful

Coffee Shop BaristaBoth genders18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Masked AgentsBoth genders18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

DealersMale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

(Flashback Scene)