Acting Audition for "The Thorn Trees" Feature Film
Looking to cast actors for "The Thorn Trees" feature film. Details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: In the rugged hills of 19th-century America, a resilient young woman facing the loss of her family farm must embrace her mysterious inheritance and confront both human greed and supernatural evil in a hunt for a legendary buried treasure. Rate: Meals and credit. Deferred pay for lead roles. Additional info: Non-union production. Shoot dates: TBD, July–September timeframe. Location: Weber/Davis, Utah area. Submissions close June 20, 2026. After review of initial submissions, selected actors will receive sides and self-tape instructions. When applying, please send your headshot or recent photo and role of interest. Reel or resume strongly encouraged. Subject line: "Role of interest – Actor Name" (e.g., "Hannah – Jane Doe")
6 roles
A resilient young frontier woman. Lead role.
Hannah's father. A flawed but desperate farmer. Supporting.
A charismatic treasure hunter. Major Supporting.
Old Bob's son/partner in deception. Major Supporting.
A prosperous but greedy farmer. Supporting.