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Dry Heave – Feature Film Casting Call
Job Description
An SVA thesis film, Dry Heave, is casting union and non-union actors for lead and supporting roles. The story follows 20-year-old Sabean after she discovers her father sleeping with her roommate, prompting her to commit him to a treatment center where an unconventional head nurse teaches middle-aged men to be attracted to women their own age. Filming will take place in Brooklyn and Upstate New York. Casting directors are seeking performers with strong comedic abilities, and improv experience is a plus.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray lead or supporting characters in a narrative film
- Perform scripted scenes with emotional and comedic depth
- Collaborate with cast, director, and production team
- Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled
- Bring authenticity and strong character development to the role
Requirements
Jason (Lead)
- Male, 50s
- Charming, funny, and deeply immature
- Stylish and confident on the surface
- Strong comedic and dramatic acting ability
Sabean (Lead)
- Female, 20s
- Sharp-witted, observant, and emotionally complex
- Strong dramatic acting skills
- Able to portray layered emotional storytelling
Laura (Supporting)
- Female, 20s
- Effortless girl-next-door charm
- Quietly rebellious personality
- Strong character acting ability
Mark (Supporting)
- Male, 50s
- Traditional small-town father type
- Emotionally distant and casually self-destructive
- Strong comedic and dramatic instincts
Chrissy (Supporting)
- Female, 50s
- Charismatic and unconventional head nurse
- Sharp, witty, and highly perceptive
- Excellent comedic timing required
- Union and non-union actors welcome
- Improv experience is a plus
- Strong comedic ability preferred
Compensation
- Paid acting opportunity
- Union and non-union roles available