Seeking Cast for a Cinematic Short Film
Casting veteran family and supporting roles for a Fisher House Detroit film. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see below for further details. About the project: "Because love is good medicine." Fisher House Detroit is a free home away from home for the families who stand beside veterans through medical treatment, right near the VA hospital and some of the best care available anywhere. Directors are making a cinematic short film that follows one family through their stay and ends with their reunion, showing Detroit as a city that cares for its veterans and the families who love them. Rate: This is an unpaid shoot. Meals on set. You’ll receive the finished film for your reel within 30 days of release. Additional info: No speaking lines and no acting experience needed. Directors care about warmth and authenticity. This is an one-day shoot (about 8 hours), shot on an ARRI Alexa Mini LF with a full professional crew. Shooting: November 2026. Veterans are especially encouraged to apply. When applying, please include a headshot or recent photo (family photos are great), your age, and your availability. Subject line: “Fisher House Casting – [Role].”
6 roles
The family (lead roles): - Dad, a veteran, 40–50 - Mom, 38–50 - Son, 9–12 (a parent or guardian must be on set) Real families are welcome and encouraged to apply together.
Supporting role.
Supporting role.
Supporting role.
Supporting role.
A second couple or family, including grandparents and young adults. Supporting roles.