Upcoming Short Film "American" Looking for Actors
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for the upcoming short film, a political drama/thriller "American", looking for actors. See more details below. About the project: Logline: When a beloved right-wing evangelical congressman helps pass a harsh deportation order, he is forced to confront the human cost of his convictions—and question the theology he believes he has built his life, faith, and political platform upon. Rate: Non-Paid/Volunteer Additional info: Location: Houston, TX Union Status: Non-Union Provided: Meals, IMDb credit, footage for demo reels, and portfolio/networking opportunities If interested, please apply.
14 roles
LEAD. An evangelical Christian congressman with strong conservative convictions. Intelligent, polished, articulate, and extremely confident in his beliefs.
SUPPORTING. Matt's longtime neighbor and close friend. Rough around the edges, hardworking, funny, loyal, and deeply caring. A cigarette-and-beer kind of guy who also possesses genuine faith and love for his family.
SUPPORTING. Jose's wife and Matt's longtime neighbor. Warm, energetic, nurturing, outspoken, and treats Matt like family.
SUPPORTING. Intelligent, fearless, articulate, physically competitive, and determined. The daughter of a Nigerian immigrant being held in ICE custody.
SUPPORTING. Sharp, professional, poised, and efficient. Knows how to command a room, control an unpredictable crowd, and keep the event moving.
SUPPORTING. Matt's wife and former Miss America. Beautiful, accomplished, and deeply loved by her husband.
FEATURED. An enthusiastic young supporter of Congressman Jackson. Baby-faced, energetic, outspoken, patriotic, and fully bought into Matt's message.
FEATURED. A homeless, struggling mother traveling with her young children who unexpectedly crosses paths with Matt.
FEATURED. An armed man connected to the traumatic event that forever changes Matt's life. Intimidating and dangerous.
FEATURED A Nigerian immigrant, longtime restaurant owner, and bi-vocational pastor who has served his community for years.
FEATURED. Physically commanding, authoritative law-enforcement figures involved in several intense moments throughout the story.
Multiple Roles Available. Hardworking men gathered for work when federal agents suddenly arrive.
Multiple Roles Available. Background performers portraying staff and production personnel working Congressman Jackson's university appearance.
Multiple Roles Available. Students in the crowd d uring Congressman Jackson's university appearance.
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