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
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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