"A Lesson in Humility" Student Movie Needs Cast
Casting actors for "A Lesson in Humility" student film. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. More details are provided below. Additional info: A non union casting call. Shooting dates: July 7th-9th, 2026, Orlando, FL. When applying, please include video audition/headshots.
3 roles
19, Marcela is our protagonist. She attends high school in the morning and works a part time shift at a clothing store. For most of her life, Marcela has felt restricted by her mother Lucia. This in turn has fueled a rebellious and hostile attitude in Marcela as she begins to disregard her curfews and spend her time running around with boys and partying with friends at the club. One day, she dreams of leaving her family behind and living on her own without any control.
22, A college student in his sophomore year and Marcela's boyfriend. Freddie is the opposite of Marcela. He meets deadlines, makes time for his parents, and manages his finances responsibly. While doesn't always support Marcela's ideas, he is still there for her when she's at her lowest moment.
45, Marcela's mother, she is woman who has been hardened by her experiences. What may seem strict and unsympathetic is her way of making sure that her daughter doesn't make the same mistakes that she did in her youth. While she does love Marcela in her own way, she has grown tired of her rebelliousness and will put up with it no longer. Lucia seeks to teach her a lesson, even if it means putting her out on the street.