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Job Description
The production team for the upcoming short student thesis film “The Lily Ratchet” is now casting supporting roles for a heartfelt, low-budget project filming near Philadelphia. This film explores themes of family, compassion, and human connection and offers paid opportunities for dedicated actors looking to collaborate on an artistic student film.
Job Details
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Title: The Lily Ratchet
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Format: Short Student Thesis Film (Low Budget)
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Union Status: Non-Union
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Location: Media, Pennsylvania (near Philadelphia)
Roles Available
Role: Iris
A young mother and housekeeper for the main character, Sunny Powers. She is nurturing, supportive, and kind.
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Ethnicity: Black / African Descent / Ethnically Ambiguous / Multiracial
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Age: 20s–30s
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Rate: $100–$150 per day
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Estimated Total Pay: $200–$300 (2 days of work)
Role: Gerry
A gay husband to Lou and a close friend of Sunny Powers. He is bubbly, kind, and down to earth.
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Race: White
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Age: 50–70
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Rate: $100–$150 per day
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Estimated Total Pay: $200–$300 (2 days of work)
Role: Lou
A gay husband to Gerry and friend of Sunny Powers. He is cheerful, caring, and down to earth.
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Age: 50–70
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Rate: $100–$150 per day
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Estimated Total Pay: $200–$300 (2 days of work)
Role: Naomi
A young girl, daughter of Iris, who bursts into Sunny’s room to perform a dance.
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Age: 6–10
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Race: Black
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Rate: $50–$75 for 1 day
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Special Requirement: Must be able to dance
Compensation
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Pay Range: $50–$150 per day (depending on role)
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Meals and credit provided