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Seeking Talents for "When the Man Comes Around" Short Film

Norristown, PA, United States
ID: 308730Exp: 4/30/2026
$250/day
Description:

When the Man Comes Around Casting Call Description: Casting non-union talent for the narrative short film “When the Man Comes Around,” a dramatic story about a music teacher whose life spirals after discovering his wife’s infidelity, leading him down a dark path of revenge and self-discovery. Details - Project Type: Narrative Short Film Shoot Window: June 7 – June 20 Shoot Dates vary by role Usage: Film festival submissions over one year More Details: Casting multiple principal and background roles. Talent must be non-union. Distant hires are accepted but must provide their own accommodations if located more than 45 minutes from the filming area. Some roles require strong emotional performance and specific skill sets. Location: Montgomery County, PA 19401 Submission Deadline: TBD Non-Union Rate: Varies by role Principal Roles: $175–$250 per full day, $100–$150 per half day Background Roles: Unpaid If interested, please apply.

6 role s

Jess KeatonFemale32-42 y.o.White / Caucasian

Character Description: A polished and driven woman balancing love, ambition, and personal dissatisfaction, leading to life-altering decisions. Age Range: 32–42 Gender: Female Ethnicity if applicable: Caucasian preferred Experience Level: Acting experience preferred Special Skills if any: Ability to cry real tears on cue

Eddie HightowerMale38-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Character Description: A large, charismatic former athlete with a loud personality and deep loyalty to his lifelong friend. Age Range: 38–45 Gender: Male Ethnicity if applicable: Open, multi-racial encouraged Experience Level: Acting experience preferred Special Skills if any: Strong character presence

Damon MarksMale40-50 y.o.White / Caucasian

Character Description: A highly successful but morally flawed real estate agent with a manipulative and arrogant personality. Age Range: 40–50 Gender: Male Ethnicity if applicable: Caucasian preferred Experience Level: Acting experience preferred Special Skills if any: Must be comfortable with intimate scenes and simulated audio performance

Eli GrapesMale18-22 y.o.All ethnicities

Character Description: A talented, arrogant young musician with a privileged background and viral success aspirations. Age Range: 18–22 Gender: Male Ethnicity if applicable: Open Experience Level: Acting experience preferred Special Skills if any: Advanced guitar skills required

Bar PatronsBoth genders21-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Character Description: Background talent portraying lively bar crowd. Age Range: 21–50 Gender: Open Ethnicity if applicable: All ethnicities welcome Experience Level: No experience required Special Skills if any: None

High School StudentsBoth genders18-22 y.o.All ethnicities

Character Description: Background talent portraying students in a school setting. Age Range: 18–22 Gender: Open Ethnicity if applicable: All ethnicities welcome Experience Level: No experience required Special Skills if any: None