“Almost Trying” Casting Call for Brock

Brock – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an actor to portray Brock, an entitled rideshare passenger whose minor discomfort rapidly becomes a full-scale personal emergency. This energetic role requires strong physical comedy grounded in genuine panic.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Brock in a comedic rideshare storyline.
• Perform energetic physical comedy and escalating reactions.
• Maintain authentic panic while supporting the film’s grounded comedic style.
• Follow direction and collaborate with the production team.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 30–45.
• Strong physical comedy skills.
• Must be capable of portraying high-energy panic authentically.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Orion – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an actor to portray Orion, a guarded traveler carrying unusual objects he refuses to explain. Orion is serious, private, and increasingly irritated, with the comedy coming from how seriously he treats every situation rather than from an intentionally eccentric performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Orion in a grounded character comedy.
• Deliver a serious, restrained performance within comedic situations.
• Maintain the character’s guarded and increasingly irritated personality.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 30–70.
• Strong understated comedic and character acting ability.
• Must avoid playing the character as deliberately eccentric or cartoonish.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Gary – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an actor to portray Gary, Matt’s longtime best friend and the more grounded half of their relationship. Gary is frustrated and exhausted from cleaning up Matt’s disasters but remains fiercely loyal underneath it all.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Gary in comedic and character-driven scenes.
• Balance frustration and exhaustion with genuine loyalty.
• Build believable chemistry with the actor portraying Matt.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally on set.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 35–55.
• Strong character acting and comedic abilities.
• Must be able to balance humor with emotional authenticity.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Morgan – Teenage Daughter Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an adult actress to portray Morgan, Tiffany and Brett’s dry, intelligent, and emotionally exhausted teenage daughter. Morgan observes her parents with detached amusement, making deadpan delivery essential to the character’s comedy.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Morgan, a teenage daughter, in a grounded character comedy.
• Deliver dry and deadpan comedic performances.
• React naturally to ensemble comedy and chaotic family situations.
• Follow creative direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female talent age 18 or older who can portray ages 16–19.
• Strong deadpan comedic delivery.
• Must convincingly portray an intelligent and emotionally exhausted teenager.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Brett – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an actor to portray Brett, Tiffany’s enthusiastic husband, who has reinvented himself as a “Southern” man only a few days into his Tennessee vacation. This comedic role requires sincere physical comedy, with Brett never realizing that people are laughing at him.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Brett in comedic feature film scenes.
• Perform sincere physical comedy without playing directly for the joke.
• Bring enthusiasm and commitment to the character’s newly adopted persona.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally with the cast.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 40–55.
• Strong physical comedy skills.
• Must be able to perform the character sincerely rather than as a caricature.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Tiffany – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an actress to portray Tiffany, an affluent California tourist experiencing her vacation through her phone. Tiffany is image-conscious, demanding, and completely convinced she is improving every situation she controls.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tiffany in a grounded character comedy.
• Deliver an image-conscious and demanding character with comedic authenticity.
• Perform confidently in ensemble scenes.
• Follow direction and maintain character throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female talent ages 40–55.
• Strong comedic and character acting skills.
• Must be comfortable portraying an affluent and demanding tourist.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Boone – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an actor to portray Boone, the groom’s best friend who has run away with the bride while somehow remaining on the phone with the groom. Boone is earnest, romantic, and spectacularly bad at knowing when to stop talking.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Boone in comedic and character-driven scenes.
• Bring an earnest and romantic quality to an increasingly chaotic situation.
• Deliver dialogue and comedy with natural timing.
• Work collaboratively with the director and fellow cast members.

Requirements

• Male talent from mid-20s to mid-30s.
• Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required.
• Strong comedic timing and character acting skills.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Annabelle Grace – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an actress to portray Annabelle Grace, a runaway bride escaping her own wedding with the groom’s best friend while being pursued through the mountains. The character requires fearless energy, comic authority, and total commitment to the film’s outrageous circumstances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Annabelle Grace in a character-driven comedy.
• Perform comedic and dramatic scenes with confident energy.
• Bring authenticity to a runaway bride caught in increasingly chaotic situations.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Female talent from mid-20s to mid-30s.
• Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required.
• Strong comedic acting ability and confident screen presence.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Corbin – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying” is seeking an actor to portray Corbin, a polished, intelligent, successful, and quietly confident man. Corbin believes problems should be addressed before they become painful and should come across as charming and mature without appearing smug or antagonistic.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Corbin in a grounded character comedy.
• Deliver a polished, confident, and understated performance.
• Bring maturity and natural charm to interactions with other characters.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally on set.

Requirements

• Male talent in his 30s.
• Strong acting ability with an understated comedic style.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Tennessee and regional actors are encouraged.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Matt – Supporting Role for “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film “Almost Trying,” a grounded character-driven comedy filming in Sevier County, Tennessee, is seeking an actor to portray Matt. Matt is loud, drunk, determined, and searching for the best friend he accidentally abandoned. The role calls for a strong character actor who can balance a big personality and ridiculous circumstances with genuine warmth.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Matt in a character-driven feature film.
• Deliver an energetic comedic performance with emotional authenticity.
• Perform confidently in scenes involving strong language and adult humor.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 35–55.
• Strong character acting and comedic abilities encouraged.
• Must be comfortable with strong language and adult humor.
• Tennessee and regional actors are encouraged.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate varies by role.

Baby Boy for “Hot Smirk” Feature Film

Job Description

The feature film “Hot Smirk” is seeking single babies, twins, or triplets to portray the young son of principal characters in the New York City area. The selected baby or babies should be comfortable being held by principal cast members and participating in professional feature film scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the young son of principal characters in the feature film.
• Appear naturally on camera during scripted scenes.
• Be comfortable being held and interacting with principal cast members.
• Participate in filming with a parent or legal guardian present.
• Follow production requirements for infant and child performers.

Requirements

• Baby boy approximately 9 months to 1.5 years old.
• White.
• Single babies, twins, and triplets may be considered.
• Must be comfortable being held by principal cast members.
• Must be local to or able to work in the New York City area.
• Parent or legal guardian must accompany the child as required.

Compensation

• Twins/triplets: $500 for 8 hours per baby.
• Single baby: $350 for 8 hours.

Job Description

The independent feature film “Cheddar Pop” is casting actors for a comedy filming in the Greater Aurora, Colorado area. The story follows a group of young movie theater employees who learn to rely on one another as they attempt to unionize their workplace and restore what once made their cinema a great place to work. The production is open to performers of any age and experience level, with multiple roles available throughout the feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned character in the independent feature film.
• Perform scripted scenes and collaborate with fellow cast members.
• Take direction from the production team.
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Remain flexible with scheduling due to filming in active business locations.

Requirements

• Open to actors of any age.
• All experience levels are welcome.
• Must be able to work in the Greater Aurora, Colorado area.
• Strong schedule flexibility is required.
• Must be comfortable working on a non-union independent production.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meals provided.