Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Day Player – Lizzy Farinelli, Jimmy’s Wife (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting a warm and radiant actress for the role of Lizzy Farinelli, the loving wife of Jimmy Farinelli. Lizzy brings a soft balance to Jimmy’s chaotic world. She is confident, supportive, and full of youthful energy. Her presence lights up a room, offering hope and emotional grounding in a story filled with violence and betrayal. This role is perfect for an actress who can portray love, strength, and quiet elegance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a caring and confident young wife

• Deliver dialogue with tenderness, strength, and emotional sincerity

• Support dramatic scenes with warmth and grounded presence

• Reflect a character deeply in love, yet growing more concerned

• Balance innocence with quiet emotional depth

Requirements

• Female, ages 23–29

• Height: 5’6” to 5’10”; Weight: 120–140 lbs

• Hair: Black, brown, or blonde

• Ethnicity: White / European Descent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Ability to show both loving support and emotional tension

Compensation

• Rate: $50–$75/day

• Estimated total: $150–$225 (approx. 3 days of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Supporting Actor – Mikey Bellecci (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting a young actor to portray Mikey Bellecci, the bright and charming son of mafia boss Don Luigi Bellecci. Mikey is curious, intelligent, and full of humor, with a deep admiration for his parents. He brings a lightness and innocence to the story, offering a rare glimpse of joy and warmth within a dark world. This role is ideal for a young performer who can deliver natural charisma and heartfelt emotion.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a cheerful and inquisitive young boy with emotional depth

• Deliver lines with humor, warmth, and sincerity

• Express admiration and love for parental characters

• Support emotional family scenes with a grounded, youthful presence

• React naturally in both playful and dramatic moments

Requirements

• Male, Italian-looking, age 7

• Height: 45–55 inches; Weight: 40–60 lbs

• Hair: Black, brown, or blonde

• Must speak with a thick New York accent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Must have strong memorization and a natural on-camera presence

Compensation

• Rate: $50/day

• Estimated total: $300 (approx. 6 days of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – The Robber (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting a tense and emotionally charged role for The Robber—a desperate, volatile man driven to violence in a moment of fear and financial pressure. He enters a liquor store trembling, his nerves frayed, struggling to maintain control as the situation spirals. This role calls for an actor with intense emotional range who can portray a layered character battling between fear, rage, and instability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a desperate, high-strung man attempting a robbery

• Use erratic, tense body language and fidgeting to show panic

• Deliver lines with shifting emotions—fear, aggression, desperation

• React with escalating volatility during the robbery sequence

• Embody inner turmoil through voice and movement

Requirements

• Male, Black, ages 30–40

• Height: 5’6” to 6’2”; Weight: 185–215 lbs

• Hair: Grey, black, or brown

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Strong performance ability to portray emotional chaos under pressure

Compensation

• Rate: $50/day

• Estimated total: $50 (1 day of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Woman in the Diner (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting an expressive actress for the role of a diner customer whose quiet dinner is disrupted by a careless employee. Alongside her husband, she reacts with growing irritation, using body language and subtle commentary to show her building frustration. This role is brief but impactful, requiring excellent non-verbal acting and sharp timing.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a frustrated diner customer with growing annoyance

• Use facial expressions, eye rolls, and gestures to convey irritation

• Deliver one line with attitude and authenticity

• Collaborate with scene partner to reflect shared discontent

• Support the tone of the scene through realistic yet expressive reactions

Requirements

• Female, ages 40–50

• Height: 5’6” to 6’2”; Weight: 140–215 lbs

• Hair: Grey, black, brown, or blonde

• Ethnicity: White / European Descent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Strong non-verbal acting and expressive presence

Compensation

• Rate: $50 flat

• Estimated total: $50 (1 day of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Freddy, the Liquor Store Owner (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting an actor to play Freddy, a kind-hearted and familiar face in the neighborhood—a liquor store owner who knows every customer by name. Freddy is proud of his business and values his community, but when faced with a violent robbery, his warmth turns to fear. This role requires an actor who can transition from calm friendliness to sheer panic with believable emotional depth.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friendly and approachable shop owner with warmth

• Transition convincingly into fear and panic during a robbery scene

• Deliver lines naturally, reflecting years of community trust

• Use body language and expression to portray shock and helplessness

• Support a high-intensity moment with emotional realism

Requirements

• Male, Black, ages 55–65

• Height: 5’6” to 6’0”; Weight: 180–215 lbs

• Hair: Grey, black, or brown

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Strong emotional range and naturalistic acting style

Compensation

• Rate: $50/day

• Estimated total: $50 (1 day of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Louie, Owner of the Embassy Diner (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Seeking a gritty, no-nonsense actor to play Louie, the tough and old-school owner of the Embassy Diner. Louie is a hardworking Italian New Yorker who doesn’t tolerate excuses and runs his business with an iron fist. With deep-set eyes and a face shaped by years of stress, he commands his space with authority. This role is ideal for an actor who can channel intensity, control, and that unmistakable New York edge.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a gruff, commanding diner owner with presence

• Deliver lines with authority and a thick New York accent

• Use physicality and expression to reflect years of experience and stress

• Interact naturally with background cast in diner scenes

• Reflect an old-school work ethic and street-smart confidence

Requirements

• Male, Italian-looking, ages 55–65

• Height: 5’6” to 5’10”; Weight: 200–250 lbs

• Hair: Black, brown, or blonde

• Must speak with a thick New York accent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Strong voice, firm delivery, and sharp demeanor

Compensation

• Rate: $50–$75/day

• Estimated total: $50–$75 (approx. 1 day of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Man in the Diner (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting a character actor for the role of a frustrated diner customer. Alongside his wife, he’s trying to enjoy a meal, but the disruptive actions of a staff member slowly push him over the edge. With growing irritation, this character builds from quiet disapproval to an explosive reaction. This role requires expressive body language, subtle comedic timing, and the ability to portray escalating frustration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a diner customer growing increasingly irritated

• Use exaggerated yet grounded expressions and gestures

• Deliver one line with clear frustration and sharp timing

• Support scene tension and comic contrast within a dramatic setting

• Work alongside a scene partner to create a believable reaction dynamic

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–50

• Height: 5’6” to 6’2”; Weight: 140–215 lbs

• Hair: Grey, black, brown, or blonde

• Ethnicity: White / European Descent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Strong facial expressions and controlled comedic instincts

Compensation

• Rate: $50 flat

• Estimated total: $50 (1 day of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Josephine, Customer Buying a Sandwich (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting a cheerful and bubbly actress for the role of Josephine, a friendly regular at Ralphie Bruno’s delicatessen. Josephine brings a moment of warmth and innocence to an otherwise gritty world, offering lightness and charm in her brief appearance. This role is ideal for an actress who can deliver natural, upbeat energy and a vibrant screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friendly and optimistic deli customer

• Deliver one line with charm and enthusiasm

• Bring positive energy and likability to a brief scene

• Support the scene’s contrast between everyday life and underlying tension

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–35

• Height: 5’6” to 5’11”; Weight: 130–145 lbs

• Hair: Black, brown, or blonde

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Natural charisma and light, approachable screen presence

Compensation

• Not Paid

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Ralphie Bruno, Delicatessen Owner (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting for the role of Ralphie Bruno, a stubborn yet vulnerable delicatessen owner who falls behind on his protection payments to the mob. Ralphie is a hardworking, small-time businessman who tries to stand his ground but quickly crumbles under pressure when he realizes he’s in too deep. This emotionally intense role requires an actor capable of portraying fear, regret, and raw desperation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a proud but desperate deli owner under mob pressure

• Deliver dialogue that captures panic, fear, and defiance

• Act in emotionally charged scenes, including high-tension confrontations

• Express a believable arc from denial to devastation

• Support dramatic sequences with realistic, grounded performance

Requirements

• Male, Italian-looking, ages 50–55

• Height: 5’6” to 5’11”; Weight: 190–215 lbs

• Hair: Grey, black, brown, or blonde

• Must speak with a thick New York accent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Strong emotional range and ability to portray physical distress

Compensation

• Rate: $50–$100/day

• Estimated total: $150–$300 (approx. 3 days of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Nancy Bruno (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Seeking a passionate actress for the role of Nancy Bruno, a strong-willed and defiant woman who runs a delicatessen alongside her husband, Ralphie. While Ralphie wavers, Nancy refuses to be intimidated by the mob, standing her ground with boldness and conviction. She is protective, fearless, and unwilling to let fear dictate her family’s future. This role demands emotional strength and the ability to portray both resilience and underlying vulnerability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a tough, outspoken woman resisting mob intimidation

• Deliver emotionally charged dialogue with conviction and urgency

• Show strength and fear through layered performance

• Support key confrontation scenes with realism and passion

• Embody the struggle of a working-class wife standing up to danger

Requirements

• Female, Italian-looking, ages 45–55

• Height: 5’6” to 5’11”; Weight: 190–215 lbs

• Hair: Grey, black, brown, or blonde

• Must speak with a thick New York accent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Strong presence with emotional depth and natural delivery

Compensation

• Rate: $50–$75 flat

• Estimated total: $50–$75 (1 day of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)