SHORT FILM
LOOKING FOR YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN FROM STOCKPORT/ MANCHESTER
AGED 20-25
FOR A SHORT FILM ABOUT A RELATIONSHIP AND ADDICTION
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Job Description
A paid court show reenactment series is casting talent for dramatic relationship disputes, personal injury cases, and social-media-driven misunderstandings. These roles are dialogue-heavy and emotionally charged, requiring strong performance instincts, believable reactions, and the ability to handle confrontation in a courtroom setting. Casting is open to all ethnicities (see role notes), with ages ranging from teens to adults. Filming takes place in a studio environment (location TBD).
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a courtroom role in a reenactment episode with authentic emotion and clear storytelling
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Deliver testimony and react naturally during questioning and conflict
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Follow direction for pacing, blocking, and continuity across multiple takes
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Maintain character consistency through intense personal and relationship disputes
Requirements
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Ages 12–60 (role-specific ranges below)
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Comfortable with dramatic conflict, personal injury content, and dialogue-heavy scenes
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Strong on-camera presence with clear delivery and strong listening/reaction skills
Roles
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Defendant James “Jet Stream Jim” Harwood (Male, 45–60): Charismatic Gen-X dad and social media personality. Accused of causing illness, property damage, and ruining a romantic opportunity due to a misleading weather forecast. Countersuing for defamation.
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Plaintiff Keisha Harris (Female, 25–35, Black): Dedicated data analyst—loyal and sentimental. Suing her ex-fiancé for $15,000 in wedding expenses after he ended their engagement with only a postcard. Relationship: 10-year relationship.
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Defendant Jordan Brown (Male, 28–35, Black): Disciplined attorney, emotionally wounded. Claims he left after discovering Keisha’s affair and argues he should not owe wedding reimbursement.
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Plaintiff Darius Cole (Male, 30–45, Black): Soft-spoken blind man rebuilding independence. Suing for injuries and emotional distress after a child used a dog whistle to provoke his guide dog, causing him to fall.
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Defendant David Briggs (Male, 35–55): Father juggling work and parenting. Accused of reckless endangerment due to his son’s actions.
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Witness Jacob Briggs (Male, 12): Impulsive preteen who blew the dog whistle as a “prank,” triggering the incident at the center of the case.
Compensation
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Paid roles (rate and details provided upon selection)
Job Description
A paid court show reenactment series is casting talent for emotional, high-stakes family and relationship cases. These roles are dialogue-driven and require strong dramatic choices, authentic reactions, and the ability to handle conflict in a courtroom setting. Casting is open to all ethnicities, with roles ranging from teens to seniors. Filming takes place in a studio environment in Los Angeles.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a role in a courtroom reenactment with believable emotion and clear storytelling
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Deliver testimony naturally and respond to confrontation under questioning
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Follow direction for pacing, blocking, and continuity across multiple takes
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Maintain character consistency through intense family conflict scenes
Requirements
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Ages 12–85 (role-specific ranges below)
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All ethnicities encouraged
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Comfortable with emotionally heavy content, conflict, and dialogue-heavy scenes
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Strong on-camera presence, clear delivery, and natural reaction skills
Roles
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Plaintiff Ingrid Lundgren (Female, 40–60): A journalist/author—emotional, introspective, conflicted. Suing for $9,900, claiming her brother withheld their parents’ illnesses and final wishes, depriving her of closure. Relationship: estranged siblings (Swiss-born, raised in the U.S.).
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Defendant Erik Lundgren (Male, 40–50): Reserved, dutiful software engineer. Claims he followed their parents’ instructions to keep information private and denies misleading Ingrid.
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Defendant Donna Monroe (Female, 50–60): A real estate agent navigating major depressive disorder—warm but overwhelmed by clutter. Accused of accidentally discarding her son’s sentimental Christmas ornaments worth $2,300. Relationship: mother/son.
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Plaintiff Amy Wing (Female, 50–60): Strong-willed mother seeking justice. Suing over an alleged kidnapping of her son “on a dare.”
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Plaintiffs Clarence and Dolores Weathers (Male & Female, 70–85): Married couple celebrating their 50th anniversary. Suing a DJ for breach of contract for not playing the agreed playlist.
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Defendant DJ (All genders, 40–60): Claims the correct genre was played and countersues after the plaintiff allegedly damaged DJ equipment.
Compensation
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Paid roles (rate and details provided upon selection)
Equal Justice Court Show Reenactment Casting Multiple Roles
Job Description
An unscripted, nationally distributed court series, Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams, is casting multiple paid reenactment roles for dramatic courtroom cases. Each role is based on a real case description, so performers should be comfortable with dialogue-heavy scenes, strong emotional choices, and natural reactions under questioning. Filming takes place in a studio setting (location TBD). All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a real-case role in a courtroom reenactment with believable emotion and clear storytelling
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Deliver testimony and reactions naturally while being directed for pacing and continuity
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Hold character through confrontation, interruptions, and courtroom-style back-and-forth
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Maintain performance consistency across multiple takes and setups
Requirements
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Ages 20–50 (role-specific ranges below)
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All ethnicities encouraged
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Comfortable with dramatic reenactments and emotionally charged content
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Strong on-camera presence, clear delivery, and solid listening/reaction skills
Roles
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Plaintiff Brittney Duplesis (Female, 30–50): Bold, assertive older cousin suing for $725 after her cousin’s dog attacked her cat during Thanksgiving. Relationship: cousins.
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Defendant Mason Stagg (Male, 30–50): Calm, reasonable type. Denies liability, claiming the rescue shelter said the dog was safe around cats. Relationship: cousins (to Brittney).
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Plaintiff Neil Lambert (Male, 20–30): Nerdy, witty college student—shy until he’s sure he’s right. Suing for $250 over breach of an ASL interpreter contract. Relationship: college acquaintances.
Compensation
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Paid roles (rate shared upon selection)
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Filming in studio (location TBD)
Generational Family Casting Female Roles for Non Dialogue Commercial
Job Description
A paid non-union commercial is seeking a female generational family unit for a non-dialogue shoot. Casting is looking for a grandmother, mom, and teen daughter to portray an authentic family relationship on camera. Talent does not need to be related, but real families are welcome. This is a great opportunity for performers who can communicate warmth, connection, and emotion through natural reactions and body language in a lifestyle commercial setting.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a believable multi-generational family unit in a non-speaking commercial scene
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Deliver natural reactions and genuine connection through movement and expression
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Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across takes
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Maintain a polished, camera-ready look and professional set etiquette
Requirements
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Female talent for the following roles:
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Grandmother: 50s–60s
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Mom: 30s–40s
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Teen Daughter: 13–19
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Comfortable performing without dialogue (expression and presence are key)
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Real families preferred but not required
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Available for a single shoot day (details shared upon selection)
Compensation
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Paid non-union role (rate shared upon selection)
Job Description
A non-union social-realism drama short film is casting several supporting roles for an independent production. The story is grounded in real-life tension and character-driven conflict, with performances that should feel honest, natural, and emotionally specific. This is a great opportunity for actors who can deliver subtle realism, strong listening, and believable authority in dialogue-heavy scenes. Paid roles are available, and the finished film is expected to be submitted to major international festivals.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a supporting character in a scripted short film with a grounded, realistic tone
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Take direction well and maintain continuity across multiple takes
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Deliver clear, natural dialogue and strong emotional choices appropriate to the story
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Collaborate professionally with cast and crew in an independent film environment
Requirements
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Non-union performers welcome
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Comfortable working in a social-realism drama style (natural, subtle, believable)
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Role-specific requirements:
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Security Guard A: Male, 40–55, white; solid/average to slightly heavy build; weathered/tired eyes; short hair or receding hairline; looks like someone who has worked physical jobs for years
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Security Guard B: Female, 20–28, white; young, alert, clean-cut; athletic or slender build; confident posture and sharp eyes; comfortable portraying professionalism as security
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Police Officer (Officer Miller): Male, 35–50, white; calm, procedural, emotionally restrained but authoritative; confident and methodical; prior police/law-enforcement roles strongly preferred; comfortable with dialogue-heavy scenes
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Adina (Supporting Role): Female, 40–55, white; well-meaning homeowner who casually praises honesty while unaware of injustice; should embody subtle ignorance of privilege
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Ministry Official: Male, 40–60, white; silent authority figure with strong presence; slightly overweight with steady posture; minimal expression; clear “bureaucratic professionalism”
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Compensation
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Paid roles (independent short film; limited budget)
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Meals and on-set catering provided
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Festival exposure and promotional opportunities
Fashion Models for Paid Photoshoots and Brand Activations
Job Description
A photography events team is booking experienced models for paid fashion photoshoots and brand activations taking place throughout the year. This opportunity is ideal for fashion, editorial, beauty, and commercial models who want consistent bookings, portfolio-building visuals, and professional on-set experience. Talent selected may be invited to a test shoot as part of the casting process, with ongoing paid work available after.
Job Responsibilities
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Model for styled fashion shoots and brand activation content
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Follow creative direction for posing, movement, and expression
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Arrive prepared, camera-ready, and professional for each booking
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Collaborate with photographers and the creative team to deliver strong looks
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Maintain consistent performance and energy across multiple sets and concepts
Requirements
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Experienced fashion and commercial models encouraged
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Open to all heights, sizes, backgrounds, and gender identities
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Comfortable with editorial, beauty, and fashion-forward styling
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Reliable availability for recurring bookings throughout the year
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Strong portfolio or recent photos recommended for consideration
Compensation
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Paid work (rates and booking details provided upon selection)
“Incautious” Plot Summary:
A stay-at-home mother struggles to watch over her children as she finds herself addicted to alcohol and other drugs. A broken man takes out his anguish on his wife and children.
Goals for the Project:
I am trying to create a slow burning, tense, thought provoking, dramedy story with very complex characters that convey a wide range of emotions. In addition to giving extensive verbal notes during rehearsals, I provide in-depth written character notes regarding their past along with a Scene-by-Scene analysis for each character. I possess a very close attention to detail and specific vision regarding my characters. I am a very calm person who will never yell at actors/actresses or crew and will treat everyone with the most respect.
Breakdown:
Dylan (Male)-8-16 (Support):
Intelligent, charismatic and honest, but also defensive and ill tempered, Dylan is someone who you want on your side and definitely someone you do not want to start an argument with. He talks a lot, reacts quickly and speaks fast.
Auditions:
Round One: Jan 3rd, Jan 7th, Jan 10th, Jan 14th, Jan 17th , Jan 21st
Callback: Jan 31st, Feb 4th , Feb 7th
Locations: Jackalope Theatre Company and The Raven Theatre in North Chicago, IL
Shoot Dates:
Weekends in Spring/Summer of 2026 (Up to 16 total shoot days)
More details regarding exact dates and times will be sent shortly.
Status for Auditions: Non-Union
Compensation:
Points/Deferred Payment (Depending on role), IMDB Credit, Copy, Meals
Director’s Bio:
Harry is a passionate filmmaker who has been watching movies since as long as he can remember. Some of his favorite films include, “Memento”, “The Dark Knight”, “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “Alien”, etc. He has seen nearly 11,000 films and is as crazy about movies as any individual you will ever meet. Harry has worked on a number of various films, and has written, produced, directed, and edited “515”, “Enter the Room”, “In the Backseat”, “Bay for Blood” and “The Corridor Crossing”.
“Incautious” Plot Summary:
A stay-at-home mother struggles to watch over her children as she finds herself addicted to alcohol and other drugs. A broken man takes out his anguish on his wife and children.
Goals for the Project:
I am trying to create a slow burning, tense, thought provoking, dramedy story with very complex characters that convey a wide range of emotions. In addition to giving extensive verbal notes during rehearsals, I provide in-depth written character notes regarding their past along with a Scene-by-Scene analysis for each character. I possess a very close attention to detail and specific vision regarding my characters. I am a very calm person who will never yell at actors/actresses or crew and will treat everyone with the most respect.
Breakdown:
Tyler (Mark and Sarah’s First Cousin) (Male)- 18-30’s (Support):
Upbeat and energetic, Tyler is a fun spirited individual who gets along well with others but is a bit of a troublemaker who sometimes bends the rules. He speaks fast and smiles and laughs frequently.
Auditions:
Round One: Jan 3rd, Jan 7th, Jan 10th, Jan 14th, Jan 17th , Jan 21st
Callback: Jan 31st, Feb 4th , Feb 7th
Locations: Jackalope Theatre Company and The Raven Theatre in North Chicago, IL
Shoot Dates:
Weekends in Spring/Summer of 2026 (Up to 16 total shoot days)
More details regarding exact dates and times will be sent shortly.
Status for Auditions: Non-Union
Compensation:
Points/Deferred Payment (Depending on role), IMDB Credit, Copy, Meals
Director’s Bio:
Harry is a passionate filmmaker who has been watching movies since as long as he can remember. Some of his favorite films include, “Memento”, “The Dark Knight”, “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “Alien”, etc. He has seen nearly 11,000 films and is as crazy about movies as any individual you will ever meet. Harry has worked on a number of various films, and has written, produced, directed, and edited “515”, “Enter the Room”, “In the Backseat”, “Bay for Blood” and “The Corridor Crossing”.
“Incautious” Plot Summary:
A stay-at-home mother struggles to watch over her children as she finds herself addicted to alcohol and other drugs. A broken man takes out his anguish on his wife and children.
Goals for the Project:
I am trying to create a slow burning, tense, thought provoking, dramedy story with very complex characters that convey a wide range of emotions. In addition to giving extensive verbal notes during rehearsals, I provide in-depth written character notes regarding their past along with a Scene-by-Scene analysis for each character. I possess a very close attention to detail and specific vision regarding my characters. I am a very calm person who will never yell at actors/actresses or crew and will treat everyone with the most respect.
Breakdown:
Courtney (Female)- 20’s-60’s (Lead):
Intelligent and caring, but stoic, Courtney is a great listener who has plenty of compassion, even if she sometimes has trouble conveying this fact. She has stiff body posture, speaks calmly and slowly.
Auditions:
Round One: Jan 3rd, Jan 7th, Jan 10th, Jan 14th, Jan 17th , Jan 21st
Callback: Jan 31st, Feb 4th , Feb 7th
Locations: Jackalope Theatre Company and The Raven Theatre in North Chicago, IL
Shoot Dates:
Weekends in Spring/Summer of 2026 (Up to 16 total shoot days)
More details regarding exact dates and times will be sent shortly.
Status for Auditions: Non-Union
Compensation:
Points/Deferred Payment (Depending on role), IMDB Credit, Copy, Meals
Director’s Bio:
Harry is a passionate filmmaker who has been watching movies since as long as he can remember. Some of his favorite films include, “Memento”, “The Dark Knight”, “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “Alien”, etc. He has seen nearly 11,000 films and is as crazy about movies as any individual you will ever meet. Harry has worked on a number of various films, and has written, produced, directed, and edited “515”, “Enter the Room”, “In the Backseat”, “Bay for Blood” and “The Corridor Crossing”.
“Incautious” Plot Summary:
A stay-at-home mother struggles to watch over her children as she finds herself addicted to alcohol and other drugs. A broken man takes out his anguish on his wife and children.
Goals for the Project:
I am trying to create a slow burning, tense, thought provoking, dramedy story with very complex characters that convey a wide range of emotions. In addition to giving extensive verbal notes during rehearsals, I provide in-depth written character notes regarding their past along with a Scene-by-Scene analysis for each character. I possess a very close attention to detail and specific vision regarding my characters. I am a very calm person who will never yell at actors/actresses or crew and will treat everyone with the most respect.
Breakdown:
Sarah Eaton (Female)-4-13 (Lead):
Shy, kind and easygoing, but also a bit overly sensitive, Sarah is the adorable little sister that everyone would hope for. She speaks softly and slowly.
Auditions:
Round One: Jan 3rd, Jan 7th, Jan 10th, Jan 14th, Jan 17th , Jan 21st
Callback: Jan 31st, Feb 4th , Feb 7th
Locations: Jackalope Theatre Company and The Raven Theatre in North Chicago, IL
Shoot Dates:
Weekends in Spring/Summer of 2026 (Up to 16 total shoot days)
More details regarding exact dates and times will be sent shortly.
Status for Auditions: Non-Union
Compensation:
Points/Deferred Payment (Depending on role), IMDB Credit, Copy, Meals
Director’s Bio:
Harry is a passionate filmmaker who has been watching movies since as long as he can remember. Some of his favorite films include, “Memento”, “The Dark Knight”, “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “Alien”, etc. He has seen nearly 11,000 films and is as crazy about movies as any individual you will ever meet. Harry has worked on a number of various films, and has written, produced, directed, and edited “515”, “Enter the Room”, “In the Backseat”, “Bay for Blood” and “The Corridor Crossing”.
“Incautious” Plot Summary:
A stay-at-home mother struggles to watch over her children as she finds herself addicted to alcohol and other drugs. A broken man takes out his anguish on his wife and children.
Goals for the Project:
I am trying to create a slow burning, tense, thought provoking, dramedy story with very complex characters that convey a wide range of emotions. In addition to giving extensive verbal notes during rehearsals, I provide in-depth written character notes regarding their past along with a Scene-by-Scene analysis for each character. I possess a very close attention to detail and specific vision regarding my characters. I am a very calm person who will never yell at actors/actresses or crew and will treat everyone with the most respect.
Breakdown:
Kristen Briggs (Jimmy and Katie’s Dad) (Female)- 20’s-60’s (Lead):
Kind and warm on the inside, but loud, angry, impatient and intense on the surface, Kristen can be quite intimidating, particularly while being pushed into a corner by her husband Clyde. She has strong body posture, a loud voice and one of the most intense screams imaginable.
Auditions:
Round One: Jan 3rd, Jan 7th, Jan 10th, Jan 14th, Jan 17th , Jan 21st
Callback: Jan 31st, Feb 4th , Feb 7th
Locations: Jackalope Theatre Company and The Raven Theatre in North Chicago, IL
Shoot Dates:
Weekends in Spring/Summer of 2026 (Up to 16 total shoot days)
More details regarding exact dates and times will be sent shortly.
Status for Auditions: Non-Union
Compensation:
Points/Deferred Payment (Depending on role), IMDB Credit, Copy, Meals
Director’s Bio:
Harry is a passionate filmmaker who has been watching movies since as long as he can remember. Some of his favorite films include, “Memento”, “The Dark Knight”, “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “Alien”, etc. He has seen nearly 11,000 films and is as crazy about movies as any individual you will ever meet. Harry has worked on a number of various films, and has written, produced, directed, and edited “515”, “Enter the Room”, “In the Backseat”, “Bay for Blood” and “The Corridor Crossing”.
“Incautious” Plot Summary:
A stay-at-home mother struggles to watch over her children as she finds herself addicted to alcohol and other drugs. A broken man takes out his anguish on his wife and children.
Goals for the Project:
I am trying to create a slow burning, tense, thought provoking, dramedy story with very complex characters that convey a wide range of emotions. In addition to giving extensive verbal notes during rehearsals, I provide in-depth written character notes regarding their past along with a Scene-by-Scene analysis for each character. I possess a very close attention to detail and specific vision regarding my characters. I am a very calm person who will never yell at actors/actresses or crew and will treat everyone with the most respect.
Breakdown:
Matt Eaton (Mark and Sarah’s Dad) (Male)-20’s-60’s (Lead):
Calm, quiet and quite agreeable, but also blunt and ill-tempered at times, Matt is a very easygoing guy who prioritizes keeping others around him happy but will put his foot down when needed and is the last person who you want to start a fight with. He has strong body posture, eye contact, and he speaks slowly and calmly.
Auditions:
Round One: Jan 3rd, Jan 7th, Jan 10th, Jan 14th, Jan 17th , Jan 21st
Callback: Jan 31st, Feb 4th , Feb 7th
Locations: Jackalope Theatre Company and The Raven Theatre in North Chicago, IL
Shoot Dates:
Weekends in Spring/Summer of 2026 (Up to 16 total shoot days)
More details regarding exact dates and times will be sent shortly.
Status for Auditions: Non-Union
Compensation:
Points/Deferred Payment (Depending on role), IMDB Credit, Copy, Meals
Director’s Bio:
Harry is a passionate filmmaker who has been watching movies since as long as he can remember. Some of his favorite films include, “Memento”, “The Dark Knight”, “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “Alien”, etc. He has seen nearly 11,000 films and is as crazy about movies as any individual you will ever meet. Harry has worked on a number of various films, and has written, produced, directed, and edited “515”, “Enter the Room”, “In the Backseat”, “Bay for Blood” and “The Corridor Crossing”.


