CASTING CALL for a Western feature film
- ROLE: JACOB HOLLISTER (5-7, White) A smart, sweet little boy who knows nothing of the world other than what his older brother Lucas has created for him. Lucas is all Jacob has in the world
TYPE: SAG-AFTRA theatrical contract
SHOOT DATES: early October-November
SHOOT LOCATION: New Mexico (local hire only)
NEW MEXICO LOCAL HIRE ONLY
COVID protocols will be followed
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