Casting Call for "Set Down" Film
Casting actors for the "Set Down" film. See the breakdown below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Justin Wilson, a solitary delivery driver, navigates the Atlanta streets listening to self-help podcasts that promise power and control. One day, a routine delivery brings him face to face with Zara — confident, radiant, and kind. As his fascination deepens, the lines between admiration and obsession blur. He begins showing up unannounced, manipulating chance encounters, and building fantasies of a life together. But when Zara's patience turns to fear, Justin's fragile psyche shatters, culminating in a chilling night that unravels both their lives. Set Down is a psychological descent into the male mind — a study of loneliness, modern masculinity, and the digital noise that distorts self-worth. Rate: Paid. Lead roles: $450/day (4 days). Supporting roles: $350/day (4 days). Day player roles vary. Additional info: Projected shoot dates: April 10–12 / 17–19, 2026. Filming location: Atlanta, GA. Non-union production. Submissions from surrounding states are welcome. When applying, please send your headshot, reel, and resume. Subject line: "Set Down – [Character Name]." Do not submit for more than one character — casting will consider you for other suitable roles.
16 role s
(LEAD) Empathetic but guarded. Zara exudes quiet strength and humanity, using wit and courage to survive a night of terror. Must display emotional depth and physical resilience. Traits: resourceful, intuitive, layered. Requirements: emotional range, physical acting, fight coordination. LEAD $450 a day 4 days
(Lead) A socially isolated delivery driver seeking validation. Charismatic one moment, volatile the next. Torn between self-pity and fury, Justin’s psyche deteriorates throughout the film. Traits: vulnerable, dangerous, lonely. Requirements: strong emotional control, physical confrontation scenes. LEAD $450 a day 4 days
(Supporting) Justin’s roommate and former friend. Cocky, dismissive, and toxic beneath the surface. Their friendship collapses violently after a heated confrontation. Traits: smug, manipulative, reckless. Requirements: fight choreography; dramatic intensity. SUPPORTING $350 a day 4 days
(Supporting) Justin’s co-worker. Friendly, grounded, and emotionally intuitive. Her kindness triggers his paranoia, making her one of his first victims. Traits: warm, perceptive, cautious. Requirements: subtle fear performance, short confrontation scene. SUPPORTING $350 a day 4 days
(Supporting) Justins mother. Fatigued but caring; avoids facing the truth about her son. Provides crucial emotional insight into Justin’s fractured state. Traits: maternal, emotionally restrained, regretful. SUPPORTING $350 a day 4 days
(Supporting) Zara’s friend and co-worker. Supportive, observant, and level-headed. Serves as her protector and voice of reason. Traits: loyal, dependable, moral compass. Requirements: brief fight scene, emotional connection with Zara. SUPPORTING $350 a day 4 days
(Supporting) Zara’s sharp, fearless neighbor. Calls out Justin and becomes a voice of community vigilance. Adds tension and realism to early scenes. Traits: outspoken, caring, bold. Day Player $350 a day
(Day Player) Seen in flashback arguing with Claudia before leaving the family. Aggressive, volatile, emotionally detached. Traits: stern, short-tempered. Day Player $350 a day
Charismatic, manipulative podcast host who fuels Justin’s mindset. Voice must be persuasive, smooth, and unsettling. Traits: confident, intellectual, toxic. Requirements: strong voice performance with emotional nuance. Day Player $450 a day
(Voice Role) Nick’s co-host or echo chamber. Friendly and affirming; represents passive complicity. Traits: agreeable, uncritical. Day Player $75 a day
(Day Player) Rudy’s girlfriend. Appears in a brief but emotional scene revealing Rudy’s betrayal of Justin’s trust. Traits: carefree, guilty, startled. Day Player $350 a day 2 days
Fast-talking convenience or grocery store worker. Unknowingly triggers Justin’s insecurity during a short exchange. Traits: naturalistic, slightly dismissive. Day Player $350 a day
(Day Player) Appears in brief sequence showing Justin’s early spiral. Polite, distracted, unaware of his fixation. Traits: upbeat, neutral. Note: May be combined with Store Clerk if condensed in schedule. Day Player $350 a day
(Supporting) Lead investigating officer. Calm, grounded, procedural. Provides post-incident clarity and closure. Traits: authoritative, empathetic, precise. Day Player $350 a day
(Day Player) Commanding voices during the climax. Appear briefly during Justin’s arrest sequence. Traits: assertive, procedural. Day Player $350 a day
(Day Player) Appears during aftermath treating Zara. Gentle, composed, supportive. Traits: professional, compassionate. Day Player $350 a day
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