Proof-of-Concept Short Film "I Am the System" Needs Cast
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Casting actors for an Independent Proof-of-Concept Short Film for a Planned Feature Project "I Am the System". Please, see the details below. About the project: When a disillusioned man is invited to spend 10 days in a radical society where genuine human values matter more than money or transactions, he discovers a world that finally reflects his soul. But to stay, he must let go of everything that still connects him to his old life. Rate: Non-Union. Modest honorarium provided. Additional information: English-Language Production. The project is intended for festival and competition submissions. Location: Toronto. Shoot: One filming day. Tentative dates: July 17 or the following week. When applying, please submit the following: Your name and contact information; Head shot and current photos; Demo reel, acting clip, or self-tape; Your location and availability during the proposed shooting period; The subject line: "CASTING — SYSTEM".
4 roles
Warm, intelligent, and effortlessly charming, Henry carries the emotional weight of his past beneath a grounded exterior. He is thoughtful, quietly witty, and emotionally layered. Seeking an actor with a natural screen presence who can communicate resilience, vulnerability, and inner conflict through a subtle, nuanced performance.
Native English Speaker. Grounded, perceptive, and highly intuitive, Kevin understands people with remarkable accuracy. Calm, direct, and quietly confident, he helps others confront the truth through thoughtful and honest conversation. Seeking a native English-speaking actor with an authentic presence who can deliver dialogue with intelligence, subtle authority, and emotional depth.
SUPPORTING ROLE. Henry’s Boss — Male, 35–45
SUPPORTING ROLE.