Shadows
Based on a remarkable true story, the film follows our lead, a woman whose lifelong struggle with depression and self-destructive thoughts threatens to consume every aspect of her life. After a devastating crisis leaves her and her loved ones searching for hope, she discovers an unexpected lifeline through endurance athletics. As she pushes her body beyond limits she never thought possible, she begins the far more difficult climb toward self-worth, healing, and purpose. Facing setbacks, fear, and the voice in her head that has haunted her for years, she learns that recovery is not about reaching a finish line—it's about choosing, every day, to keep moving forward. This incredible project is an uplifting true story of courage, perseverance, and the transformative power of finding strength when all seems lost.
Roles For This Project
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Feature Film
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Man, Woman
Los Angeles
35 - 55
Non Union
Feature Film
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED BACKGROUND - Assists Kate following her hospital stay.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - Front desk coordinator at the university eating disorder unit. Compassionate but realistic about the limitations of the healthcare system. Must speak fluent English and Spanish.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - Richard’s longtime friend. Genuinely concerned about Kate’s well-being.
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Feature Film
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Man, Woman, Non-Bina...
Gender:
Man, Woman, Non-Binary Person, Trans Man, Trans WomanLos Angeles
30 - 70
Non Union
Feature Film
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING ENSEMBLE - Friends and family at Richard’s 60th birthday party.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING - Bald & handlebar mustache preferred; Kate’s older brother and roommate during her early adulthood. Protective, dependable, and supportive, he encourages the athletic pursuits that ultimately become a turning point in her recovery. Special Skills: Comfortable riding a bicycle on stee... [See More]
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - A close friend of Kate and Richard.
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Feature Film
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Man, Woman, Non-Bina...
Gender:
Man, Woman, Non-Binary Person, Trans Man, Trans WomanLos Angeles
25 - 60
Non Union
Feature Film
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING ENSEMBLE - Patrons Shopping at a store.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING - Larry in his younger years, navigating the challenges of supporting a daughter facing serious mental health struggles.
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Feature Film
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Man, Woman
Los Angeles
40 - 50
Non Union
Feature Film
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED BACKGROUND - Works closely with Kate to develop a healthy nutrition plan during recovery.
More Roles For This Project
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED BACKGROUND - Assists Kate following her hospital stay.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - Front desk coordinator at the university eating disorder unit. Compassionate but realistic about the limitations of the healthcare system. Must speak fluent English and Spanish.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - Richard’s longtime friend. Genuinely concerned about Kate’s well-being.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING ENSEMBLE - Friends and family at Richard’s 60th birthday party.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING - Bald & handlebar mustache preferred; Kate’s older brother and roommate during her early adulthood. Protective, dependable, and supportive, he encourages the athletic pursuits that ultimately become a turning point in her recovery. Special Skills: Comfortable riding a bicycle on stee... [See More]
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - A close friend of Kate and Richard.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING ENSEMBLE - Patrons Shopping at a store.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING - Larry in his younger years, navigating the challenges of supporting a daughter facing serious mental health struggles.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED BACKGROUND - Works closely with Kate to develop a healthy nutrition plan during recovery.