Casting Call - "Butterscotch" Short Film
Logline: After helping an elderly woman cross the street, a kind young man receives an unexpected reward: a butterscotch candy. What begins as a simple act of kindness turns into a strange and comedic encounter. About the Film: BUTTERSCOTCH is a short comedy centered around kindness, social pressure, and an unexpectedly bizarre reward. The film relies heavily on performance and comedic timing. Film will be shot in Atlanta** Submission Instructions: Please submit: * Headshot * Resume (if available) * Demo reel (if available) Selected performers may be asked to submit a self-tape or attend a virtual audition.
3 roles
Female White/Caucasian Age Range: 60–80 Warm, grandmotherly, trustworthy, and kind. She appears completely ordinary and sincere. Strong facial expressions and comedic timing are important. Very little dialogue.
YOUNG MAN (Lead) Male Age Range: 18–35 Kind-hearted and polite. The type of person who would stop to help a stranger without hesitation. Preferred look: Visible tattoos, piercings, alternative fashion, or counterculture-inspired appearance encouraged, though all submissions will be considered. Must be comfortable carrying a scene through subtle reactions, facial expressions, and physical comedy. Very little dialogue.
YOUNG MAN #2 (Featured) Male, 18–25. Friendly, approachable, everyday college-student appearance. Appears briefly near the end of the film.
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