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Dystopian Short Film – Casting Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description
A poetic and emotionally charged dystopian short film is casting talent for a visually rich narrative centered on girlhood, quiet rebellion, and systemic repression. This compelling project is seeking actors to portray complex characters who navigate a society bound by control and secrecy. With strong themes of identity and resistance, the film presents an opportunity for actors to showcase depth and subtlety in performance.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray emotionally layered characters with clarity and restraint

  • Collaborate closely with the director to bring grounded, nuanced performances

  • Engage in rehearsals and shoot days with professionalism and adaptability

  • Deliver strong non-verbal presence, especially in roles with limited dialogue

  • Participate in any required in-person auditions or callbacks

Requirements

  • All talent must be local to Charlotte, NC or work as a local hire

  • Lead Roles:

    • Dolion – Male, 17–18 (must be 18+ to play younger): perceptive, quietly courageous, seeking forbidden connection

    • Peter – Male, 17–18 (must be 18+ to play younger): kind, soft-spoken, slight limp, longs to be seen for his heart

  • Featured & Supporting Roles:

    • President – Male, 40–70: powerful, silent figurehead, strong presence

    • Guard – Male, 25–50: enforces rules rigidly, no-nonsense demeanor

    • Man at the Feast – Male, 30–60: entitled, part of an elite selection ritual

    • Mill Woman – Female, 30–60: indoctrinated, authoritative, delivers intense performance during a key scene

Compensation

  • Lead roles: $125/day plus 10%

  • Supporting and featured roles: $50/day (single day shoot)

  • Professional work environment with character-driven storytelling

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Kylie Cunningham

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