People of Color Films

Job Description
An independent feature film is seeking Houston-based talent for a gripping psychological thriller about a grieving psychiatrist investigating a mysterious death. The story explores grief, memory, truth, and delusion. We’re booking principal roles, day players, and background. Keywords: Houston casting call, feature film, psychological thriller, lead role, supporting roles, day players, background extras, diverse casting.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver authentic, emotionally grounded performances in dramatic scenes

• Take direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity through multiple setups

• Collaborate with the director and crew on character development and blocking

• Attend fittings, possible rehearsals, and follow set safety protocols

Requirements

• Local hire in Houston preferred; reliable and professional

• Role breakdown:

  • David Mercer (Lead): Male 35–50; Black/African Descent or Ethnically Ambiguous/Multiracial

  • Detective Foster (Supporting): Male 45–55; open to Black/African Descent, Ethnically Ambiguous/Multiracial, Indigenous, Latino/Hispanic, Middle Eastern, South Asian/Indian, Southeast Asian/Pacific Islander, White/European

  • Dr. Webb (Supporting): Male 50–60; all ethnicities

  • Grace Mercer (Supporting): Female 30–40; Black/African Descent, Ethnically Ambiguous/Multiracial, Latino/Hispanic

  • Eliza Nash (Supporting): Female 23–37; Black/African Descent, Ethnically Ambiguous/Multiracial, Latino/Hispanic

  • Dr. Mercer’s Assistant/Secretary (Day Player): Female 25–45; all ethnicities

  • Emma Mercer (Day Player, non-speaking): Female 5–10; Black/African Descent or Ethnically Ambiguous/Multiracial

  • Jane Reynolds (Day Player): Female 28–45; Asian, Black/African Descent, Ethnically Ambiguous/Multiracial, Indigenous, Latino/Hispanic, Middle Eastern, South Asian/Indian, Southeast Asian/Pacific Islander

  • Rookie Detective (Day Player): All genders 25–35; Asian, Black/African Descent, Latino/Hispanic, White/European

  • Mail Carrier/Driver (Day Player): All genders 25–37; Black/African Descent, White/European

  • Crime Scene Bystanders (Background): All genders 18+; all ethnicities

  • Media (Background): All genders 18+; all ethnicities

Compensation

• Paid roles for lead, supporting, and day players (indie film rates)

• Background/extra roles are unpaid; credit provided