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Dad Trains His Son To Be Like Lionel Messi

Television Film

Non Union

San Diego

Synopsis:

Driven by his father's intense social media obsession to become the next Lionel Messi, gifted Leo Ramos faces extreme pressure and a sidelining injury. To find his true path, Leo must confront his father’s vicarious dreams and discover that his real talent lies in coaching. 🎬🎥 Act in stories that matter — and get seen everywhere. Dhar Mann Studios garners over 1 billion views each month, giving talent worldwide exposure!

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We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to disability, race and ethnicity, age, color, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law unless otherwise specifically indicated. The persons and events depicted in this casting breakdown are fictitious. Any similarity to actual persons or events is unintentional.

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Leo Ramos

$33/hour with a min ...

Role Rate:
$33/hour with a min day rate $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/13/2026

Gifted but profoundly exhausted and stressed. He is naturally creative and unselfish when playing but becomes nervous and stiff under his father’s pressure. He finds his voice to reject his father’s path. *Must be an extremely gifted soccer player (intense footwork, juggling, shooting) **18 to pla... [See More]

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Mateo

$33/hour with a min ...

Role Rate:
$33/hour with a min day rate $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/13/2026

Scrappy, loyal, and supportive. He is instinctively in sync with Leo on the field and is the first to express concern over Derek’s behavior. *Must be an extremely gifted soccer player (ability to play in a scrimmage, execute cohesive team movements, and score goals.) **18 to play 15

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Student 1-2

$33/hour with a min ...

Role Rate:
$33/hour with a min day rate $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/13/2026

Classmate who openly mocks Leo for a missed shot and public humiliation. **18 to play 15/16

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History Teacher

$33/hour with a min ...

Role Rate:
$33/hour with a min day rate $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/13/2026

Standard high school teacher.

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Elena

$33/hour with a min ...

Role Rate:
$33/hour with a min day rate $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/13/2026

Calm, firm, and protective. She is a caring mother who is the first to call Derek out on his controlling behavior and stress on Leo.

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Doctor

$33/hour with a min ...

Role Rate:
$33/hour with a min day rate $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/13/2026

Clinical and professional.

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Soccer Player 1-4

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/13/2026

Must be capable soccer players (playing, scrimmaging). **18 to play 15/16

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