CASTING CALL: November 2024
Project Description:
Casting "Birds of a Feather," a nonprofit initiative dedicated to shedding light on childhood trauma, with a significant portion of film sales being donated to support the WellPoint Care Network in Milwaukee, WI.
Synopsis:
A feature film shedding light on childhood trauma, this heavily character-driven feature explores the triggers and aftereffects that abuse leaves imprinted on people. Gibbs, a blue-collar loner takes in a young girl, Ruby, who’s alone and destined for foster care. He must peel back the layers of his own childhood trauma to save her from the same fate.
Dates and Locations:
Shoots Nov. 8-12 in Milwaukee, WI.
ROLE #1 — FRANK
Supporting. Male. 23-33
Male identifying, Early 20s - 30s, Looking for actors of diverse ethnicities. Open to all BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) performers, any height, any build. Frank, is a friend of Bryce and is currently dating Julie, the waitress. He joins Bryce at Toni’s Moody Blues to confront Gibbs after learning that Gibbs dated Julie in the past and was recently dismissive towards her at her diner. Frank harbors grudges and beneath his cool exterior, he struggles with jealousy.
Shoot Availability:
Tuesday 11/12, Half Day (4.0 hrs)
Wardrobe: not provided, direction given
Pay: $120 – Net30
Ethnicity: Asian, Black / African Descent, Ethnically Ambiguous / Multiracial, Indigenous Peoples, Latino / Hispanic, Middle Eastern, South Asian / Indian, Southeast Asian / Pacific Islander
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
CLICK BELOW to email the Casting Director for audition instructions — Be sure to INCLUDE your headshot, resume and video reel. Submissions without a headshot will not be considered.
ROLE #2 — PAUL
Supporting. Male. 23-33
Male identifying, Early 20s - 30s, all ethnicities, average height, average build.
Paul, is the sidekick to our antagonist, Bryce. Joe Pesci-esk but from Wisconsin and pretty! He comes across as young and naive, with slicked-back hair and clothes picked out by his girlfriend. He enjoys having his drinks paid for by others, believing he's entitled to such perks.
Shoot Availability:
Tuesday 11/12, Half Day (4.0 hrs)
Wardrobe: not provided, direction given
Pay: $120 – Net30
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
CLICK BELOW to email the Casting Director for audition instructions — Be sure to INCLUDE your headshot, resume and video reel. Submissions without a headshot will not be considered.
ROLE #3 — CASEY
Supporting. Female, Gender-Nonconforming, Non-Binary, Trans Female. 40-49
Non-binary, Transgender, female identifying, 40s, looking for actors of diverse ethnicities. Open to all BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) performers, any height, any build.
CASEY should embody a below-middle-class background, akin to Maria Carey’s role in the movie Precious. She’s far from glamorous and very tough; the harsh Midwest winters and demanding job have shaped her, but she excels at what she does. Casey is a veteran of Child Social Services. They’re intelligent, to the point, and add a touch of wit. They have come up against their own troubles throughout life feeling accepted and receiving the care they deserve, so tends to relate to their small clients.
Shoot Availability:
Sunday 11/10, Half Day (4.0 hrs)
Wardrobe: not provided, direction given
Pay: $120 – Net30
Ethnicity: Asian, Black / African Descent, Ethnically Ambiguous / Multiracial, Indigenous Peoples, Latino / Hispanic, Middle Eastern, South Asian / Indian, Southeast Asian / Pacific Islander
Required Media: Headshot/Photo, Video Reel
CLICK BELOW to email the Casting Director for audition instructions — Be sure to INCLUDE your headshot, resume and video reel. Submissions without a headshot will not be considered.