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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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
LEAD - Blonde hair preferred; a bright, empathetic woman battling severe depression, manifesting in eating disorders, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. Despite years of emotional suffering, she continues searching for a way forward. As her mental health crisis deepens, she discovers endurance athlet... [See More]
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
LEAD - Bald preferred; Kate’s former employer, boyfriend, and eventual husband. Successful, loyal, and deeply devoted, Richard struggles to support the woman he loves as her mental health deteriorates. His journey is one of patience, resilience, and learning how to help when love alone isn't enough.... [See More]
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING - Blonde hair preferred; a sensitive child who feels disconnected from the happiness and ease experienced by her peers. Even at a young age, signs of her future struggles begin to emerge.
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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 - Staff at the hospital Kate is admitted into.
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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 - Customers at the hotel bar.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - A guest waiting for an appointment at Richard’s office.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - One of Young Kate’s middle school bullies. Quick to criticize and eager to fit in with the crowd.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - The hospital social worker assigned to evaluate Kate. Compassionate, professional, and objective.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED BACKGROUND - Provides post-treatment care following Kate’s ECT procedure.
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Feature Film
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Man, Woman
Los Angeles
25 - 30
Non Union
Feature Film
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED BACKGROUND - A member of the hospital nursing staff.
More Roles For This Project
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
LEAD - Blonde hair preferred; a bright, empathetic woman battling severe depression, manifesting in eating disorders, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. Despite years of emotional suffering, she continues searching for a way forward. As her mental health crisis deepens, she discovers endurance athlet... [See More]
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
LEAD - Bald preferred; Kate’s former employer, boyfriend, and eventual husband. Successful, loyal, and deeply devoted, Richard struggles to support the woman he loves as her mental health deteriorates. His journey is one of patience, resilience, and learning how to help when love alone isn't enough.... [See More]
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING - Blonde hair preferred; a sensitive child who feels disconnected from the happiness and ease experienced by her peers. Even at a young age, signs of her future struggles begin to emerge.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING ENSEMBLE - Staff at the hospital Kate is admitted into.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
SUPPORTING ENSEMBLE - Customers at the hotel bar.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - A guest waiting for an appointment at Richard’s office.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - One of Young Kate’s middle school bullies. Quick to criticize and eager to fit in with the crowd.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED SPEAKING ROLE - The hospital social worker assigned to evaluate Kate. Compassionate, professional, and objective.
-
Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED BACKGROUND - Provides post-treatment care following Kate’s ECT procedure.
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Submissions Due: 08/01/2026
FEATURED BACKGROUND - A member of the hospital nursing staff.