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African-American Actors for a Short Film

Dallas, TX, United States
ID: 312039Exp: 6/2/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for young African-American actors for a short film set in the 70s. See more details below. About the project: Set in early 1970s Texas, two young lovers cling to dreams of escaping their small town, until war and heartbreak leave one of them holding onto a promise that never came home. ROMANTIC DRAMA // 5 MIN // PG Additional info: Shooting in the DFW area for a film competition, must be local to DFW Looking for people who feel natural on camera and can bring real emotion to the roles. If interested, send your headshot and reel.

2 roles

JackMale18-24 y.o.African-American

Grew up crowded in a working-class home with brothers. Protective, calm, and determined. Carries pressure to become “something more.” Believes in hard work. Fears the unknown but is good at not showing it.

MaryFemale18-24 y.o.African-American

Raised by a struggling single mother. Quiet strength beneath vulnerability. Dreams of escaping her town. Holds onto memories harder than people. Loves deeply.

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