“Sideways” Feature Film Casting Call for Actors and Extras

Job Description

The independent feature film “Sideways”, a Hood Thriller/Drama set to stream on Tubi, is now casting speaking roles and extras in Central Florida. This gritty, action-packed project follows a desperate hustler who, after a drug deal goes wrong, finds himself trapped in a motel with his ride-or-die as danger closes in. The film explores themes of betrayal, lust, and survival in the streets.

This is a non-paid, non-union production offering IMDb credit and reel footage for all participants.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in featured and background roles under the direction of the film’s production team.

• Portray assigned characters authentically and with emotional depth.

• Attend scheduled rehearsals and shoot days in the Central Florida area.

• Collaborate with the cast and crew to bring high-quality performances to life.

Available Roles

BIG MACK

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: 30s–60s

• Ethnicity: Black

• Cold-blooded street boss. Powerful, calm, and dangerous. Major role in 2–3 key scenes.

LIL JOOG

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: 20s

• Ethnicity: Any

• Neighborhood stick-up kid.

FATHER

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: 50s–60s

• Ethnicity: Black

• Tyrone’s estranged father; cold and dismissive during an emotional scene.

GOONS

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: 20s–40s

• Ethnicity: Any

• Members of a drug dealer’s crew. Background intimidation roles with presence in motel and confrontation scenes.

MAMA D

• Gender: Female

• Age Range: Late 30s–40s

• Ethnicity: Black

• Big Mack’s younger sister — sharp-tongued, fearless, sarcastic, and street-smart. A featured supporting role.

Extras Needed

• Street Corner Locals

• Motel Guests

• Drug Goons & Hangarounds

• Shoppers / Crowd Fillers

• Background Actors in Shootout Scenes

Extras must be expressive and comfortable on camera. No lines required.

Requirements

• Local hires preferred (Lakeland / Tampa / Orlando)

• Must be non-union

• Professional, punctual, and passionate about storytelling

• Comfortable working in action or emotionally intense scenes

Compensation Details

• Non-Paid / Non-Union

• IMDb Credit & Reel Footage Provided

• Scene Reels Provided for all speaking roles

• Exposure through Tubi distribution