Spanish-Language Sci-Fi Psychological Thriller Short Film Casting Boy Ages 9-11
About This Casting
Casting boy ages 9-11 for a Spanish-language sci-fi psychological thriller short film exploring memory, identity, motherhood, and the fear of losing the truth.
Project Overview The film follows Adrian, a young boy raised in a locked room by the woman he believes is his mother. When a voice outside the door calls him by another name and sings a lullaby he somehow remembers, Adrian begins to question his reality and uncover the truth about his captivity, his erased memories, and the mother who has been searching for him.
The story explores themes of motherhood, memory manipulation, language, fear of immigration, and identity.
Project Details
- Rate: $250 day
- Location: Valencia, CA
- Shoot Dates: 9/12, 9/13, 9/19 & 9/20
- Project Type: Non-Union Short Film
Submission Requirements
- ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED.
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- When applying, please send your headshot, age (if submitting for Adrian), reel, and resume.
Requirements
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Roles
1Adrian
A quiet, imaginative boy is raised in a locked room by the woman he believes is his mother. Playful and lonely when alone, Adrian is watchful and obedient around adults. When a mysterious voice outside the door calls him by another name, he begins to question everything he knows. Requires fluency in Spanish. Lead.
Compensation
$250 / Day
Location
Valencia
Roles
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