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"Partners" Rom-com Film Scene Demo 2026

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For as long as she can remember, Alyssa has always prided herself on being friendly and reliable, which made her plenty of friends in her mid-sized hometown. Alyssa's family also taught her the importance of fairness, and the value of applying and investing themselves in everything that they do. ...
Due Date: 07/28/2026
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    Alyssa

    "Partners" Rom-com Film Scene Demo 2026

    - Woman Chicago 19 - 26 Non Union Short Film

    About this role

    For as long as she can remember, Alyssa has always prided herself on being friendly and reliable, which made her plenty of friends in her mid-sized hometown. Alyssa's family also taught her the import...

    Due Date: 07/28/2026

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    Abigail

    "Partners" Rom-com Film Scene Demo 2026

    - Woman Chicago 18 - 29 Non Union Short Film

    About this role

    Abigail is a fellow student and friend of Alyssa's since the two of them worked together in the past to help register for a class the two of them needed. In spite of an issue with the school's course ...

    Due Date: 07/28/2026

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    Ozzie freedman

    Philip Roth Project ("the Conversion of the Jews")

    $300/day Man Chicago 10 - 14 SAG-AFTRA, Short Film Short Film

    About this role

    Character is male, 10-14 years old, Jewish. Smart, precocious, and persistent, Ozzie isn’t afraid to march to the beat of his own drum—much to Rabbi Binder's chagrin. He refuses to accept everything h...

    Due Date: 07/15/2026

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    The mariachi trio

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    See Below Man Chicago 30 - 60 SAG-AFTRA, Ultra Low Budget Film Short Film

    About this role

    Three men, ages 30 to 60, Mexican or Latino. They’re seasoned working musicians playing a Friday night shift at the Seaside Palms. They’re professionals who know songs like "Tu Retirada" in their slee...

    Due Date: 06/26/2026

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    Motivational speaker

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    $1500 all inclusive Man Chicago 40 - 55 SAG-AFTRA, Ultra Low Budget Film Short Film

    About this role

    Strong characters, think along the lines of Chet Hanks, Jax Taylor, Scott Disick, Rob Gronkowski, Sam Ashgari.

    Due Date: 06/26/2026

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    Vinny

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    $1500 all inclusive Man Chicago 25 - 40 SAG-AFTRA, Ultra Low Budget Film Short Film

    About this role

    Male 30s, managerial-type. Strong characters who look like they would work at a dinner in the 90's.

    Due Date: 06/26/2026

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    Margot

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    $4500 all inclusive Woman Chicago 50 - 75 SAG-AFTRA, Ultra Low Budget Film Short Film

    About this role

    We are looking for interesting individuals.. David Lynch vibes, Duane Hanson-esque characters, interesting individuals with strong acting abilities. Character Profile: A formidable, sharp, and tradi...

    Due Date: 06/26/2026

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    Rico

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    $1500 all inclusive Man Chicago 45 - 60 SAG-AFTRA, Ultra Low Budget Film Short Film

    About this role

    50s, built like a bouncer, moves like a dancer. Looking for strong characters who look like they could be a bouncer in the 90's.

    Due Date: 06/26/2026

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    Lola

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    $4500 all inclusive Woman Chicago 18 - 25 SAG-AFTRA, Ultra Low Budget Film Short Film

    About this role

    We are looking for interesting individuals.. David Lynch vibes, Duane Hanson-esque characters, interesting faces, with strong acting abilities. Character Profile: Beautiful but heavily edged. Lola is...

    Due Date: 06/26/2026

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    Obsidia

    Roughly Cut Diamonds

    - Woman Chicago 30 - 40 Non Union Short Film

    About this role

    “The Last Cornerstone” One night changed Obsidia’s fate, and she was left for dead by the gang. Now she wants to rebuild her life to from the ashes that it once was; however her nightmares have begun...

    Due Date: 08/03/2026

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