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"There Will Be Time" Short Film Seeking Actors

New Orleans, LA, United States
ID: 323537Exp: 11/13/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "There Will Be Time" a short film, seeking three actors for lead roles. See more details below. About the project: An elderly man who has spent his life avoiding love out of fear of heartbreak becomes smitten with his new neighbor. As he develops feelings for her, he begins to question the life he chose. Rate: Compensation not specified. Additional info: Actors of all experience levels are welcome. Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, and surrounding areas. Date and Time: Filming dates: February 27–28, 2027. If interested, please note applicants for Marian do not need to audition and should submit a headshot and résumé/reel.

3 roles

MarianFemale50-60 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead An elegant, gentle older woman who shares an exceptionally close bond with her daughter. The performance should feel natural yet ethereal, with an emphasis on the character’s mysterious nature. No audition required. Submit a headshot and résumé/reel.

JayMale50-60 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead A recluse who spent much of his life alone. In his later years, isolation has given way to depression and regret. Soft-spoken, shy, and introspective. Requires a restrained, emotionally nuanced performance, conveying loneliness and longing primarily through expression rather than dialogue.

AngelaFemale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead. A young barista who seems like an ordinary person you might meet at a neighborhood coffee shop but possesses exceptional wisdom and thoughtfulness. The role requires an authentic, natural performance that makes everyday interactions feel meaningful.