Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
A psychological horror feature film blending historical truth with unsettling suspense is casting union and non-union talent for a range of speaking and featured roles. Production is looking for strong character actors who can bring emotional depth, authenticity, and intensity to a story that explores trauma, memory, and the haunting question of why history repeats itself.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with believable character work and strong on-camera presence

• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team to shape performance choices

• Maintain continuity in emotion, movement, and character details across takes

• Support a professional set environment with punctuality and preparedness

Requirements

• Must be comfortable working in psychological horror and dramatic material

• Ability to portray the listed character types and age ranges convincingly

• For select roles: specific skills may be required (dance, singing, instrument performance)

• Professional attitude, reliability, and strong communication

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

Roles Available

• Shinju (Female, 25) — Japanese American, classically trained dancer; must have dance experience; physically demanding

• Freddy (Female, 25) — Hawaiian/Asian mixed; clairvoyant musician; must sing and play music; character battling mental health

• Miller (Male, 60–80) — WWII veteran slipping into dementia; must be healthy and mobile

• Evan (Male, 33) — charismatic, cocky partygoer with a reckless edge

• Young Miller (Male, 18) — hopeful, naive, patriotic, innocent; “smitten” energy

• Amy (Female, 70) — Korean or Asian first-generation immigrant; bar/hostess owner serving older vets in Chinatown

• Daniel (Male, 22) — white-passing mixed-race Navy soldier; aggressive, volatile; tattooed look

• Therapist (Female, 40) — works with veterans; concerned, serious, with a quirky streak

• Prostitute (Female, 25–35) — blonde sex worker in early-1940s Chinatown brothels

• Old Timer Crew (Male, 60+) — regulars who gamble, grumble, and linger at the hostess bar

• Local Veteran (Male, 70) — Korean War veteran; frequents the hostess bar

• Soldiers (Male, 22+) — American soldiers exploring bars and brothels in Chinatown

• Old Lady (Female, 68) & Woman (Female, 50) — Asian street sellers; rough-around-the-edges energy

Cary Role for Non-Union Short Film

Job Description
A non-union short film is casting Cary, a lead role in a haunting, nearly wordless father-son story filming in Honolulu, Oahu. This role requires an intense, watchful presence, with performance driven through the eyes and subtle behavior rather than dialogue. Ideal for actors seeking short film lead roles, non-union acting opportunities, and strong reel footage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Cary with a controlled, emotionally charged performance and minimal dialogue

• Communicate tension, intelligence, and inner conflict through subtle physical cues

• Take direction and maintain continuity during a focused, one-day shoot

• Remain present and engaged in quiet, emotionally driven scenes

Requirements

• Plays ages 16–26 (must be 18+)

• Any ethnicity

• Strong non-verbal acting ability and intense on-camera presence

• Must be able to work in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawai‘i

• Able to provide current photos/headshot and basic details during submission

Compensation

• $50 flat

The Man Role for Non-Union Short Film

Job Description
A non-union short film is casting The Man, a lead role in a haunting, nearly wordless father-son story filming in Honolulu, Oahu. This role calls for a grounded, physical performance with strong emotional presence, relying more on expression and movement than dialogue. Ideal for actors seeking short film lead roles, non-union acting work, and reel footage.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a stoic, emotionally resonant performance with very little dialogue

• Communicate story and inner life through physicality, pacing, and subtle expression

• Follow direction and maintain continuity during a fast, one-day shoot

• Perform safely in beach/ocean conditions as required for the scene

Requirements

• Male-presenting, late 30s–50s

• Any ethnicity

• Must be able to work in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawai‘i

• Comfortable filming in ocean water up to waist-deep

• Able to provide current photos/headshot and basic info during the application process

Compensation

• $50 flat