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"Marais Misery" Independent Feature Film Seeking Actors

Minneapolis, MN, United States
ID: 313514Exp: 7/15/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "Marais Misery" independent feature film, seeking actors. See more details below. About the project: Most horror films are about monsters. This one is about grief. Marais Misery is an elevated psychological horror feature set along Minnesota’s North Shore of Lake Superior. The story follows a group of friends whose lives become entangled with a mysterious freshwater creature that appears to prey upon those carrying unresolved loss. Combining atmospheric horror, emotional realism, and Northern folklore, the film explores how grief can shape, haunt, and transform the people left behind. Additional info: Location: Minnesota Principal photography is scheduled for August 22 through September 6. Selected candidates will be invited to submit a recorded audio performance of provided sides. Additional callbacks, interviews, readings, or screen tests may be conducted as needed. If interested, please submit your application with: Headshot (professional or recent clear photo) Resume (if available) Demo reel or performance footage (if available) Contact information

8 roles

(A)Female20-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role Featured. Mysterious and captivating presence. Minimal dialogue. Strong physical performance and expressive acting skills preferred.

(B)Male25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead. Thoughtful, grounded, carrying the weight of a recent loss. Emotional range required.

(C)Female25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead. Intelligent, resilient, and compassionate. Strong physical and dramatic performance required.

(D)Female25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting. Intense, guarded, and emotionally complex. Significant dramatic material.

(E)Male25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting. Practical, dependable, and often the voice of reason within the group.

(F)Female25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting. Intense, guarded, and emotionally complex. Significant dramatic material.

(G)Male50-70 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting. Outdoorsman type. Rugged, experienced, and quietly observant.

(H)Both genders45-70 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting. Authority figure with a calm but commanding presence.