Acting Audition for "Hostile Witness" Film

Cincinnati, OH, United States

ID: 315780Exp: 8/12/2026

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Description:

Seeking actors for "Hostile Witness" film. See the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: When an ambitious nightclub singer witnesses a brutal mob murder, she becomes the target of a ruthless criminal organization determined to silence her forever. Forced into hiding, an idealistic young reporter and a determined newspaper colleague race against time to expose corruption, protect the only witness, and uncover a conspiracy reaching from the city's glamorous nightlife into the highest levels of law enforcement. A stylish 1950s film noir inspired by classic crime thrillers, blending suspense, mystery, action, and old-Hollywood atmosphere. Rate: Non-paid. Meals provided, copy of actor footage for demo reel use. Additional info: Independent film. Non-union. Filming: September weekends in the Cincinnati/Mason/Morrow area. Seeking principal, supporting, and featured background performers. Actors may be considered for multiple roles where appropriate. If interested, please apply.

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21 roles

MiaFemale25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role A talented nightclub singer with quiet confidence and determination. After witnessing a murder, she finds herself hunted by the mob. Vulnerable yet resilient, Mia transforms from frightened witness into someone willing to fight for survival. Requirements: Comfortable portraying emotional drama and suspense. Singing Preferred.

Detective Don DelanceyMale40-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role A veteran detective with questionable loyalties. Calm, calculating, and intimidating, Delancey walks the line between law enforcement and organized crime.

Dean StormMale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role Grant's younger brother and a rookie police officer. Honest, dependable, and eager to prove himself despite being caught between family loyalty and duty.

Marco MessoreMale35-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role Vinny's trusted lieutenant. Quiet, disciplined, and fiercely loyal, Marco serves as the mob's primary enforcer.

The LassoMale30-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role A mysterious professional killer whose preferred weapon is a length of rope. Cold, methodical, and unnervingly calm. Requirements: Comfortable portraying physical menace.

HelenFemale25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role Warm, practical, and protective. Helen provides Mia with temporary refuge while danger closes in.

EditorMale45-60 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role The experienced editor of the City Sentinel. Gruff but supportive, always focused on getting the story.

TonyMale20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role A nightclub employee whose murder sets the entire story in motion.

Eddie JamesonMale30-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Principal Role A streetwise associate with connections throughout the city.

PeteMale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting & Featured Role

Tad ChamberlainMale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting & Featured Role