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Actors for "A Boy Named Sam" Short Film

Boise, ID, United States
ID: 315633Exp: 7/18/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "A Boy Named Sam" short film, looking for actors. See more details below. About the project: Synopsis: Sam, a young and lonely college student, has never really had friends. He has always tried, but always failed. Now gripped with fear of rejection he is close to giving up. Until everything changes when he meets the girl of his dreams: Amelia. His best friend Jake encourages him to ask her out, but after backing out the first time, he realizes just how alone he truly is. Ultimately Sam is left to decide if he will ask Amelia out, or if he will give in to his fear. If interested, apply.

10 roles

SamMale19-23 y.o.All ethnicities

He is a lonely college kid. He doesn’t appear lonely and many times stretches the truth in order to not accept how lonely he truly is. He is optimistic most of the time, but an anxious and fearful person at his core.

JakeMale20-26 y.o.All ethnicities

He is the supportive and loving friend. He will drop anything to help Sam. He is the wise older character, and always does the right thing. He is also extremely confident and can help others believe in themselves.

AmeliaFemale19-23 y.o.All ethnicities

Supportive, friendly, outgoing, and flirty. She accepts everyone into her circle no matter who you are. She is a positive light to those around her. Just being around her makes you feel good.

Sam’s DadMale40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

He is a very supportive and loving father. He wants the best for his kids, and will always support them. He does push his kids to try hard things, and encourages them with fatherly love. He also loves to tease his children as well.

Sam’s MomFemale40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

She is an uplifting mother figure. She strives to do what is right for her kids. She loves first and asks questions later. She also teases her children, and will protect them no matter the cost.

JosephineFemale19-23 y.o.All ethnicities

She is a helpless maiden. She is always put in positions where she needs to be saved by someone else to get out of them. She is seen by others as clumsy and weak. Deep down she wishes she was stronger and could stand up for herself more.

JulioMale21-26 y.o.All ethnicities

He is a nerd. He is weak and skinny. He comes off as a know it all, and has a crush on any girl that will talk to him.

FrederickMale23-26 y.o.All ethnicities

He is a big bully. He believes that he can always get his way, and if something prevents him from getting what he wants, he’ll beat it up. He isn’t dumb but he is quick to anger, and very strong.

ChrisMale19-23 y.o.All ethnicities

He is a kind person who helps others in need and cares about them. He loves making friends and flashes his smile everywhere.

Professor EarlyMale40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

He is a very logical person. He wants to help people to learn and will do whatever it takes to teach others, and encourage them to grow.