Audition for Short Movie "The Infomercial"
Casting actors for "The Infomercial" short film. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the roles below. About the project: Project type: Independent Short Film (Experimental/ Satire). SUMMARY: "In a neighborhood targeted by a predatory "urban upgrade" company, a young man discovers that his community is being harvested by a sinister corporate signal. The Infomercial explores themes of cultural erasure and resistance through a high-concept, satirical lens." Rate: All roles include paid stipend, credit, & meals. Additional info: Shoot dates: July 11th-12th. When applying, please include: 1. Headshot & resume (PDF preferred). 2. Reel or video clip showcasing work if possible. Subject line: CASTING SUBMISSION: [ROLE NAME] - [YOUR NAME].
6 role s
Observant, weary, and protective. Dylan is a man trying to find peace in a neighborhood that is being rewritten around him. He isn't a loud hero; his strength is in his refusal to be "upgraded." Requires strong internal acting and physical reaction.
SUPPORTING. The owner of ProjEX. He is "aggressively charismatic." Think 2000s-era late-night pitchman meets a predatory tech CEO. He is always "on," always smiling, and utterly devoid of empathy. An enthusiastic salesman… that’s also a little scary. Requires high energy and perfect comedic timing.
SUPPORTING. A homeowner who has spent a lifetime working on his house. He is desperate, naively hopeful, and eventually heartbroken. He represents the soul of the neighborhood that the machine is trying to process.
SUPPORTING. The Landlord. Grumpy, selfish, and aggressively impatient. Ray is the type of man who views his tenants as a nuisance and the property as a payday he’s been waiting too long for. He doesn't hide his disdain; he’s the guy who ignores the leak but shows up early for the "renovation" check.
SUPPORTING. The "New" Resident. Jen is the face of the neighborhood’s "after" shot. She is bright, bubbly, and genuinely loves her new minimalistic home. She isn't a villain in her own head—she just doesn't see the history she’s standing on.
VOICE ONLY. The "voice of the system." Her tone is sterile, clinical, and eerily calm, even when reading horrifying legal disclaimers.
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