Melbourne Casting Call for Asian Australian Boys
THIS APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED BY A PARENT OR ADULT GUARDIAN WHO IS WILLING TO PROVIDE THEIR CONTACT DETAILS.
Dear Parents,
We are casting a 6 x 10 min web series which will film in Melbourne in Feb 2023. It is a paid job. Previous experience is not essential, just a willingness to give it a go and have some fun whilst filming a terrific web series.
This casting call is to cast the role of TRON, one of three lead kids in the series. We are looking for 10 – 12 yr old Asian Australian boys who live in Melbourne and have lived experience with a physical disability or who are a wheelchair user, if your son does not fit this description please do not proceed with an application.
ABOUT THE CHARACTER – “TRON”
Tron is disorganised and for an eleven year old he has a lot things on the go. He loves gadgets and technology and knows heaps about the tech but could never afford it. The doco he and his friends are making is giving him the chance to play with the camera gear and he’s really excited and takes charge of the recording sessions – directing the kids and their guests.
He’s cynical, naturally suspicious of people and can smell lies a mile away. He’s rigged up a buzzer which he sounds when a guest doesn’t answer a question – his way of calling them out.
He’s outspoken with a dry wit and uses sarcasm to amuse himself and his friends. His parents are second generation Asian Australians and both are labourers. They’ve struggled to keep up financially. His favourite interviewer is Borat.
Tron is a wheelchair user or has a mild disability but never discusses it. It’s just part of who he is. But it means that he literally sees the world from a different perspective to everyone else. This plays into his wit and sense of humour.
As this is a very specific brief, only suitable applicants will be contacted.
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Job Description
A Melbourne-based short film psychological thriller titled “Dolor” is casting multiple roles for an upcoming production. The story follows a young homeless man living with schizophrenia as his reality fractures—leading him on a desperate search for his only friend and toward a violent confrontation and an unexpected path to stability. Performers should be comfortable with emotionally charged, character-driven material.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform scripted scenes with strong emotional range and grounded realism.
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Collaborate with the director and production team to develop character beats and relationships.
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Take direction, adjust performance for continuity, and repeat actions across multiple takes.
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Portray sensitive themes with professionalism and care.
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Arrive prepared with requested materials and remain punctual and production-ready.
Requirements
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Must be based in/able to work in Melbourne.
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Must match one of the character breakdowns below (or be close enough for consideration).
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Strong acting ability and comfort performing dramatic, psychological-thriller content.
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Submit headshot, showreel, and résumé via email.
Roles Needed
JOY (Female, 40+)
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Height: 5’0”–5’9”
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Ethnicity: Open
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Character: A homeless woman who is close with Andre like a second mother; street-smart, warm, and exuberant, but struggling.
HOPE (Female, 21+)
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Height: 5’0”–5’9”
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Ethnicity: Open
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Character: A receptionist at a homeless shelter; follows protocol—until one exception sparks consequences.
TANYA (Female, 50+)
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Height: 5’0”–5’9”
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Ethnicity: White/Caucasian
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Character: Andre’s mother; strained relationship, shaped by shared schizophrenia and grief; coping through medication and alcohol.
RAYMOND (Male, 40+)
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Height: 5’10”+
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Ethnicity: Open
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Character: An optimistic soul who experiences the world vividly; the key detail is that he is blind.
Compensation Details
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Catering provided
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Travel expenses covered
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IMDb credit provided
Job Description
A fantasy/horror short film is now casting for the lead role in an upcoming Tropfest project. The story follows a young woman who, after receiving an ultimatum from the only family she has left, is forced into a nightmarish journey through her own subconscious as she confronts long-buried guilt and emotional trauma. This is an opportunity for an actor capable of delivering layered, nuanced performances and portraying intense internal conflict.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray the emotional and psychological depth of the protagonist
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Deliver a performance that shifts between subtle restraint and moments of raw vulnerability
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Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring a complex character to life
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Participate in all required rehearsals and filming days
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Follow direction and remain adaptable in a genre-blended fantasy/horror environment
Role Details
Rosario — Protagonist
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Age: Early to mid-20s
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Gender: Female
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Physical: Hispanic/Latina background preferred
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Character Description:
Rosario is a layered contradiction — observant yet guarded, accommodating yet analytical. Although she reveals little verbally, her face and body betray the emotions she hides. Years of suppressing guilt have made concealment second nature, but when the ultimatum arrives from the last family member she has left, her practiced composure fractures. What emerges is everything she’s spent years avoiding.
Requirements
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Strong acting ability, especially in emotional and psychological storytelling
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Comfortable performing in fantasy/horror settings
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Ability to portray subtle expressions as well as intense emotional beats
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Must submit the required application materials
Compensation
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Unpaid, but catering provided during shoot days
Job Description
An exciting comedy-horror feature film titled “Legend” is now casting multiple roles in Greater Sydney. The film follows a wannabe influencer from Western Sydney who embarks on a wild adventure with his friends to catch the mysterious Blue Mountains Panther. This production blends humor, heart, and Aussie charm, offering actors the chance to be part of a fun and high-energy project.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray assigned roles authentically with strong comedic timing.
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Participate in rehearsals prior to the shoot period.
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Collaborate with the director, cast, and crew to bring the script to life.
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Be punctual, professional, and adaptable during production.
Roles Casting For
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Hero (Lead): Male, ethnic Australian, 25–35, comedy experience essential.
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Friend 1 (Key Support): Male, ethnic Australian, 25–35, fit build.
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Friend 2 (Key Support): Male, ethnic Australian, 25–35, smaller build.
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Friend 3 (Key Support): Male, ethnic Australian, 25–35, larger build.
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Hero’s Dad: Male, ethnic Australian, 50–60.
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Hero’s Mum: Female, ethnic Australian, 45–55.
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Hero’s Sister: Female, ethnic Australian, 18–30.
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Old Man: Male, Caucasian, 60–85.
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Old Woman: Female, Caucasian, 60–85.
Requirements
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Open to experienced actors and real-life comedic influencers.
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Must be available for rehearsals and a two-week shoot period in February or March 2026.
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Strong comedic instincts and collaborative attitude preferred.
Compensation Details
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Cast will receive feature film credits, catering on set, and an equity share of film profits.
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The film already has interest from several distributors.
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