Tanya Giang

Lead Role: Dr. Park Ho-Won

Seeking a male actor, aged 40s to 60s, Korean or Korean-American, fluent in Korean for the lead role of Dr. Park Ho-Won in a USC short film. This compelling character is central to the story and requires strong acting skills and cultural authenticity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Dr. Park Ho-Won with depth and authenticity.

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast.

• Deliver a powerful performance in a narrative-driven short film.

Requirements:

• Male actor, age 40s to 60s.

• Korean or Korean-American heritage.

• Fluent in Korean.

• Available for 6-7 days of shooting between late July and mid-August.

• Open to Union and Non-Union actors.

Compensation:

• Details available upon submission and selection.

Lead Role: Dr. Ji Woo

Seeking a female actor, aged 50s to 60s, Korean, fluent in Korean for the lead role of Dr. Ji Woo in a USC short film. This key character demands strong emotional depth and cultural authenticity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Dr. Ji Woo with nuance and conviction.

• Work closely with the director and ensemble cast.

• Deliver a compelling performance in a dramatic short film.

Requirements:

• Female actor, age 50s to 60s.

• Korean heritage.

• Fluent in Korean.

• Available for 6-7 days of shooting between late July and mid-August.

• Open to Union and Non-Union actors.

Compensation:

• Details provided upon submission and selection.

Lead Roles Needed for USC Short Film “STEM”

Job Description
A new USC short film titled STEM, supported by Sundance Institute, Film Independent, and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, is casting multiple Korean-speaking roles. This award-backed project is directed by Daeil Kim and will shoot in Los Angeles over 6-7 days between July 28 and August 11, 2025. The story explores complex ethical dilemmas through the lens of groundbreaking stem cell research.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray compelling and nuanced Korean characters central to the film’s dramatic arc
• Perform in scenes that explore themes of science, morality, and emotional conflict
• Commit to scheduled filming dates in Los Angeles
• Work closely with the director and cast to deliver an authentic performance

Requirements
• Must speak fluent or conversational Korean
• SAG and Non-Union talent welcome
• Must be available for 6–7 shoot days
• Must be local to the LA area for supporting roles
• Lead Roles:

• Do-Hee Lee: Korean woman, 30s. Intelligent, loyal junior researcher grappling with moral decisions

• Park Ho-Won: Korean man, 50s–60s. Charismatic stem cell scientist with a secret

• Noo-Ri Kim: Korean or half-Korean, any gender, age 8–10, wheelchair user. Hopeful and emotionally expressive
  • Supporting Roles:

• Mi-Yeon: Korean woman, 40s. Expressive, conveys emotion with limited lines

• Young-Ro Kim: Korean man, 30s. Non-speaking role requiring strong physical presence

Compensation
• Paid opportunities
• Travel/lodging not covered—must be able to work as a local hire if in a supporting role