Open Roles for "Elayna’s Gift" Audition Movie
Early auditions for a few adult roles in "Elayna’s Gift" a Christmas drama. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the roles below. About the project: Elayna’s Gift follows an 11-year-old girl whose small act of kindness toward a homeless veteran sets in motion a series of events that brings two families together. It is a story about compassion, family, second chances, and the gifts that cannot be wrapped. Rate: Paid. Additional info: This is an early casting process, so directors are looking to find the right people now and continue the conversation as production gets closer. Production info: * Filming in and around Portland, Michigan * Approximate 5-day shoot * Short film, expected runtime under 30 minutes * Production planned for next year * SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget vs. non-union is still being decided * Final shoot dates will be announced later Directors are especially interested in Michigan actors or actors within reasonable driving distance. When applying, please include: * Name * Role you’d like to read for * Headshot * Acting résumé or brief acting experience * City * Reel or clips, if available * Best contact information Selected actors will be sent audition sides and self-tape instructions.
4 roles
A veteran who has been living on the street. Guarded, quiet, sometimes dryly funny, and carrying a lot of guilt. This is one of the lead roles.
Warm, practical, protective, and grounded. Strong supporting role with both lighter family moments and dramatic scenes.
Steady, likable, naturally funny, and compassionate. He becomes an important part of David’s story.
David’s wife. She still cares about him, but there is real hurt and history between them. This role depends a lot on restraint and honest emotion.
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