Casting Call: Young Male Actor (Arab, 13–16 Years) for Feature Film
Job Description:
A major feature film is casting for a young male actor of Arab background, aged 13–16, to play a cameo role. This is an excellent opportunity for a young individual to gain acting experience in a professional film production. No prior acting experience is required.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a cameo role in a feature film with professionalism and authenticity.
- Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the character to life.
- Be punctual and prepared for rehearsals and shoot days.
- Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude on set.
Requirements:
- Male, aged 13–16, of Arab background.
- Must be a resident of South Australia (SA) and able to travel to the filming location in Adelaide.
- Open to newcomers with no prior acting experience.
- Reliable and enthusiastic about participating in a professional film project.
Compensation:
- Paid role (details provided upon selection).
- Meals and refreshments provided during production hours.
- Gain experience and exposure in a major feature film production.
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Southeast Asian Talent for Feature Film (All Ages)
Job Description
A film production is casting Southeast Asian talent for paid on-screen roles filming in the Gold Coast region of Australia. Casting is especially interested in Vietnamese, Laotian, and Cambodian communities, with additional interest in Chinese and Thai ethnicities. Opportunities may include background acting, featured extras, and supporting artist roles for kids, teens, adults, and seniors. This is a strong fit for performers who want real on-set experience and authentic cultural representation on screen.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear on camera as a background actor, featured extra, or supporting artist
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Follow direction from the production team to help shape realistic scenes
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Maintain continuity (wardrobe, positioning, movement) across multiple takes
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Bring authentic presence and natural reactions appropriate to the scene
Requirements
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Southeast Asian talent of all ages (approximately ages 3–100)
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Particularly seeking Vietnamese, Laotian, and Cambodian talent
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Chinese and Thai ethnicities also encouraged to apply
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Must be based in South East Queensland / Gold Coast area, Australia
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Comfortable working on a film set for single-day or multi-day bookings
Compensation
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Paid roles (rates vary by role and booking length)
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Single-day and multi-day opportunities may be available
Job Description
A Melbourne-based short film psychological thriller titled “Dolor” is casting multiple roles for an upcoming production. The story follows a young homeless man living with schizophrenia as his reality fractures—leading him on a desperate search for his only friend and toward a violent confrontation and an unexpected path to stability. Performers should be comfortable with emotionally charged, character-driven material.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform scripted scenes with strong emotional range and grounded realism.
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Collaborate with the director and production team to develop character beats and relationships.
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Take direction, adjust performance for continuity, and repeat actions across multiple takes.
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Portray sensitive themes with professionalism and care.
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Arrive prepared with requested materials and remain punctual and production-ready.
Requirements
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Must be based in/able to work in Melbourne.
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Must match one of the character breakdowns below (or be close enough for consideration).
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Strong acting ability and comfort performing dramatic, psychological-thriller content.
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Submit headshot, showreel, and résumé via email.
Roles Needed
JOY (Female, 40+)
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Height: 5’0”–5’9”
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Ethnicity: Open
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Character: A homeless woman who is close with Andre like a second mother; street-smart, warm, and exuberant, but struggling.
HOPE (Female, 21+)
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Height: 5’0”–5’9”
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Ethnicity: Open
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Character: A receptionist at a homeless shelter; follows protocol—until one exception sparks consequences.
TANYA (Female, 50+)
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Height: 5’0”–5’9”
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Ethnicity: White/Caucasian
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Character: Andre’s mother; strained relationship, shaped by shared schizophrenia and grief; coping through medication and alcohol.
RAYMOND (Male, 40+)
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Height: 5’10”+
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Ethnicity: Open
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Character: An optimistic soul who experiences the world vividly; the key detail is that he is blind.
Compensation Details
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Catering provided
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Travel expenses covered
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IMDb credit provided
The main character for the Bad Luck movie