Seeking Cast for "What Remains" Short Film
Casting actors for "What Remains" short film, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: After the sudden death of her partner, Sara struggles to maintain the beautiful aquariums he left behind. Overwhelmed by grief and the responsibility of preserving something he loved, she finds comfort in an unexpected conversation with his father. What Remains explores the difficult process of letting go while carrying the memory of someone we love. Rate: Volunteer / unpaid Additional info: Location: Hillcrest, San Diego Shoot Dates: October–November 2026, 1–2 half-day shoots, scheduled around actor availability When applying, please include your headshot, age range, role of interest, and acting reel or on-camera footage. Audition sides will be provided.
3 roles
Lead. Attractive, athletic, girl-next-door presence. Intelligent, quick-witted, and emotionally expressive. A young woman struggling to navigate life after losing her partner. Requires strong dramatic range and the ability to convey grief through largely nonverbal performance.
Supporting Warm, wise, and empathetic. Handy, down-to-earth dad energy with a dry sense of humor. A loving father carrying his own grief while helping someone else through theirs. Requires naturalistic delivery of an emotionally significant monologue.
Supporting Warm, eager, and enthusiastic. A young aquarium hobbyist whose excitement brings a moment of hope to the story. Aquarium experience is a plus, but not required.
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