PAID & URGENT — "Shuttered Hearts" Vertical Short Casting Call

Shuttered Hearts Vertical Short Form Non-union Storyline: A socially naive fashion photographer mistakes a fugitive criminal for the model she is meant to shoot. When she discovers the truth, she is already in love and chooses to protect him, forcing her to step out from behind the camera. Shoot Dates: June 2 - 3, 2026 Rate of Pay: See roles below Location: LOS ANGELES, CA. ISO: [ NORA LANE ] - LEAD / Protagonist 25 to 30 years old; Mixed Ethnicity, White; woman. (Plays 28). Nora is a fiercely talented, independent, and resilient photographer living and working in a gritty, industrial pocket of Brooklyn. On the surface, she is sharp, professional, and capable of handling high-pressure situations. Beneath her tough exterior, however, she is drowning in financial desperation, facing eviction and overdue notices. Nora isn't a victim—she is a survivor with a quick wit and a practical mind. When danger literally crashes through her door in the form of Luca, her survival instincts kick in. She is observant (noting details like height and bone structure instantly) and has a hidden depth of courage. Nora is drawn into a high-stakes world not out of greed, but out of necessity, discovering a thrilling, dangerous side of herself she didn't know existed. Has kissing scenes with Luca. Intimacy Coordinator will be provided. Visual Vibe: Artistic, urban, understated but striking. Someone whose eyes convey both deep stress and sharp intelligence. [ LUCA MOREL ] - LEAD / Co-Protagonist 30 to 35 years old; Black, Eastern European, Hispanic, Mediterranean, Mixed Ethnicity; man. (Plays 32). Luca is magnetic, dangerous, and effortlessly charming. He enters the story like a hurricane—sweaty, limping, clutching a bag of stolen diamonds, and running for his life. Luca is a man who lives on the edge, comfortable with chaos and constantly calculated even under extreme duress. He possesses a calm, smooth confidence and a "slow, effortless smirk" that suggests he is always three steps ahead of everyone else, even when trapped. Despite his criminal background, Luca operates on his own code of loyalty; he represents a dark, intoxicating escape from Nora’s mundane financial misery. There is an intense, immediate chemistry between him and Nora—a mutual recognition of two survivors pushing boundaries. Has kissing scenes with Nora. Intimacy Coordinator will be provided. Visual Vibe: Ruggedly handsome, physically imposing but agile, with sharp bone structure and an intense, knowing gaze. Edgy and charismatic. Preferred black skin. [ MARCO ] - SUPPORTING / Primary Antagonist 35 to 45 years old; Eastern European, Hispanic, Mediterranean, Mixed Ethnicity, White; man. (To play 35-45). Marco represents the looming, dangerous shadow of the criminal underworld that Luca is trying to escape. He is ruthless, powerful, and calculated, driven by a need to reclaim what was taken from him (the diamonds). Marco doesn't just want his property back—he wants to assert dominance and eliminate any threats. He is authoritative, cold, and commands a presence that immediately shifts the energy of a room into pure tension. While Luca uses charm and wit, Marco uses raw power, intimidation, and leverage. He is the ultimate catalyst that forces Nora and Luca into an alliance. Visual Vibe: Intimidating presence, sharp, sophisticated but dangerous style. A hardened look that commands immediate authority and fear.