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Actors for "The Last String" Student Short Film

Austin, TX, United States
ID: 303849Exp: 2/10/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "The Last String" Student Short Film, looking for male actors. See more details below. About the project: "The Last String" follows a teenage boy whose life revolves around playing the violin. After his father destroys the instrument, he must find a new way to express himself—ultimately discovering his voice by performing on an invisible violin. A poetic, emotionally driven story about loss, identity, and self-expression. Rate: Compensation TBA (meals, credit, and a digital copy of the film will be provided) Additional info: Location: Austin, TX Date and Time: Shooting March 11–13, 2026 Rehearsals will take place in February and early March. If interested, submit your application with: headshot; résumé.

2 role s

RiverMale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

(Lead). An introverted, emotionally intense teenager whose passion for the violin is his escape. Sensitive, focused, and vulnerable, with strong inner tension. Ability to play the violin is a strong plus but not required.

FatherMale43-47 y.o.All ethnicities

(Supporting). A passionate, emotionally volatile parent who struggles to understand his son’s devotion to music. Beneath his anger lies deep care and internal conflict. Requires strong emotional range and intensity.