Feature Film "The Weight of Stillness" Seeks Talent
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for feature film "The Weight of Stillness", looking for actors. See more details below. About the project: Project Overview: We are currently casting for our upcoming independent feature film, "The Weight of Stillness". Set on "Planet Z"—a world that looks like Earth but feels slightly "off"—this is a character-driven story exploring grief, patterns, and a "Stalker" that targets those suppressing their past. The Aesthetic: High-saturation flashbacks vs. desaturated reality. The lighting and atmosphere are inspired by the nostalgic, eerie feel of Stranger Things. Rate: This is an unpaid, non-union project. As independent filmmakers, we cannot offer monetary payment or meals at this time. Additional info: Location: Boise/Nampa/Treasure Valley Shoot Dates: Summer 2026 High-quality footage for your reel (shot on professional gear). Official IMDb credit. If interested, please submit your application with the subject: [Character Name] – [Your Name] Headshot and any previous work/reels. Availability for the Summer 2026 window.
6 roles
Lead Screentime: Very High (85%+). Description: Introspective and observant. He carries the weight of his father’s disappearance and is the primary focus of the "Stalker". Requirement: Must be comfortable with long takes and conveying internal conflict through subtle physicality.
Supporting Lead Screentime: High (70%). Description: The most knowledgeable of the group regarding the "Stalker" and the "stone" mechanism. He is protective but burdened by a secret past with Caleb's father.
Screentime: High (65%). Description: The group's documentarian, constantly using a disposable camera to "keep" the light. He is the emotional bridge between the friends.
Screentime: Medium/High (60%). Description: Analytical and skeptical. He tracks the world through a notebook and logic, often providing the "data" the group needs to survive.
Screentime: Medium (35% - Focal point of Act 1 & 2). Description: A quiet teenager who is the first to be "taken". This role requires a shift from a grounded performance to a distorted, eerie presence.
Screentime: Low/Medium (Flashbacks & Key sequences). Description: Caleb's father who disappeared 10 years ago. He appears in 100% saturation flashbacks and as the "Stalker" figure.
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