Casting Call: “Undone” – A Branded Horror Film for TurboTax
Project Overview: “Undone” is a cutting-edge, branded horror film produced to promote TurboTax. Spanning 3-5 minutes, this narrative explores the daunting challenges of tax preparation through a unique, horror-themed lens. Set against the backdrop of individual creativity and entrepreneurial spirit, “Undone” delves into the emotional journey of tackling taxes, symbolized by a monstrous embodiment of financial confusion and chaos.
Roles Available:
1. OLIVIA (Lead)
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Age: 20 – 27 years.
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Gender: Female or Non-Binary.
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Ethnicity: South Asian or East Asian.
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Character Traits: Independent, captivating, and creative. Olivia is a successful creator overwhelmed by the prospect of tax preparation. She is physically strong but emotionally vulnerable, showcasing resilience while hesitating to seek help.
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Special Requirements: Strong improvisational skills are essential, as the role involves solo on-camera performance with a focus on authentically expressing fear and emotions.
2. MONSTER (Supporting)
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Age: 25 – 45 years.
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Gender: Open to all genders.
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Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities.
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Character Traits: The monster is tall, slender, and moves with agility and fluidity. It embodies the terrifying, chaotic nature of financial confusion, menacingly surrounding Olivia with a whirlwind of papers and receipts.
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Special Requirements: Actors must be comfortable undergoing a significant transformation in appearance and be at ease with extensive makeup application.
Job Responsibilities:
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For OLIVIA: Deliver a compelling performance that authentically conveys the character’s journey through fear, determination, and the emotional highs and lows of facing financial challenges alone.
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For MONSTER: Embody the physical and symbolic presence of financial chaos, using movement and expression to create an atmosphere of horror and confusion.
Requirements:
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Must be available for the specified shooting dates and callback session.
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Willingness to adhere to direction and collaborate with the production team to bring the vision of “Undone” to life.
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Previous acting experience preferred, especially with roles requiring emotional depth or physicality.
Compensation:
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Lead Role (OLIVIA): $1000/day.
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Supporting Role (MONSTER): $500/day.
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“Sound & Fury” Feature Film Casting Call
Job Description
The feature film “Sound & Fury” is seeking union performers for a variety of speaking, supporting, and featured roles filming in HRM, Nova Scotia. The story follows a faded Canadian television actor whose humiliating viral prank video sends him into a downward spiral and a misguided plan for revenge. This ACTRA AIP production is casting performers across multiple age ranges and backgrounds for roles throughout the film.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray an assigned character in the feature film “Sound & Fury.”
- Deliver scripted dialogue when required for speaking roles.
- Take direction from the director and production team.
- Participate professionally in rehearsals and filming as required.
- Bring natural, believable character choices to dramatic and comedic scenes.
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.
Requirements
- Talia: Female, any ethnicity, 30s. Gavin’s ex-partner who has moved on but remains frustrated by his behavior.
- Emily: Female, any ethnicity, 20s. Gavin’s regular barista with one key scene.
- Young Man: Male, any ethnicity, ages 18–25. Appears in a car and interacts with Gavin and his children.
- Biker Guy 1 & Biker Guy 2: Male, any ethnicity, ages 30s–50s. Physically imposing characters who appear as Hal’s clients.
- Cook: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 30s–50s. Diner kitchen staff with one line.
- Server: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Diner server appearing in several moments.
- Jenna: Female, any ethnicity, 20s–30s. A student in Gavin’s acting class.
- Stage Hand(s): Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Theatre crew.
- Camera Operator: Any gender, any ethnicity, 20s. Appears during a casting-room scene with no dialogue.
- Student: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Appears as a student attending evening acting classes.
- Must be available to work in HRM, Nova Scotia.
Compensation
- ACTRA AIP rates.
Hi, My name is Vincent Di Lella. I am currently a student at George Brown college majoring in Video Design and Production. I am currently looking for three actors in order to make my short horror thesis film Method. I am looking for two men and woman, ages 20-30.
