The Shoe Lady Productions

Heart of a Woman – Casting Call for Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description
A new dramatic feature film is seeking talented actors for multiple roles in Heart of a Woman, a story that dives deep into family, resilience, and emotional healing. The film follows Naomi Harris, a professional woman battling inner fractures while navigating love, neglect, and self-discovery.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring complex, emotionally layered characters to life.

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to deliver authentic performances.

• Participate in rehearsals and filming schedules as required.

• Portray vulnerability, strength, and nuanced emotional journeys.

Requirements

• Naomi Harris: African American woman, mid-30s. Strong yet emotionally fractured, a Director of Nursing who balances professionalism with deep vulnerability.

• Marcus Harris: Male, late 30s. Naomi’s husband, a charming yet manipulative Special Victims Detective.

• Young Naomi: Female, 10–12 years old. Innocent, imaginative, yearning for safety and love.

• Naomi’s Mother: Female, late 30s to early 40s. Complex, emotionally neglectful figure.

• Dr. Elijah Moore: Male, 40s. A respected psychiatrist central to Naomi’s mental journey.

• Det. Damon Banks: Male, 30s. Marcus’s police partner, pragmatic and grounded.

• Nurse Tanya: Female, 30s. Warm-hearted, outspoken, and protective of Naomi.

• Nurse Jade: Female, 20s. Ambitious, confident—everything Naomi suppresses in herself.

Compensation

• Paid roles, rates to be discussed with selected actors.

• Professional film credit and on-set experience with a dramatic feature production.