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
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