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
A paid independent feature film is now holding an open casting call for multiple roles in Adelaide. This character-driven sci-fi drama follows an anthropologist sent to evaluate three lifelike androids in a secluded villa, where hidden desires begin to surface and the fragile order of the house starts to unravel.
Casting directors are seeking talented actors for paid roles ranging from lead to supporting characters. This is a strong opportunity for performers looking to work on an independent feature film with layered storytelling and emotionally complex roles.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray principal or supporting characters in a feature-length indie film
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Deliver emotionally nuanced performances
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Attend rehearsals and scheduled shoot dates
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Collaborate closely with the director and production team
Requirements
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Ability to perform dramatic, character-driven material
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Comfortable exploring psychological and sci-fi themes
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Submit headshot, resume, reel, and contact details
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Indicate role preference when applying
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Available for the full shooting period (May 18 – June 12)
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Based in or able to work in Adelaide
Roles Available
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Ashley – Female, 20–50. Anthropologist. Razor-observant and emotionally contained, with curiosity beneath her composure.
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Sam – Female, 18–30. Senior android. Quietly formidable with controlled intensity.
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Jamie – Female, 18–30. Android with dry wit and emotional agility; warm exterior with inner steel.
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Charlie – Male, 18–30. Introverted and sensitive with hidden depth and vulnerability.
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Manager – Male, 30–45. Corporate operator in damage-control mode; sharp and fast-thinking.
Compensation
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Ashley – $1,000 (14–15 days)
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Sam – $1,000 (14–15 days)
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Jamie – $800 (13–14 days)
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Charlie – $700 (11–12 days)
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Manager – $300 (2–3 days)
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