Simulacra (proof of concept)
Dallas
Project Details
Casting "Simulacra," an upcoming psychological thriller/horror film. Synopsis: The film Simulacra is about a middle-aged, struggling actor named Martin who seeks his last chance at fame and fortune. In desperation, he takes method acting too far while playing one of history's most infamous serial killers.
Roles For This Project
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Short Film
Teacher
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Woman
Dallas
41 - 55
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due:
07/31/2026
Sweet lady or woman who offers sympathy to our main protagonist.
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Short Film
Greta
150$ per day
Woman
Dallas
30 - 40
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due:
07/31/2026
Neglectful mother. She has a drug and alcohol problem because of being trapped in poverty and being left by the main character's father. She takes out her frustrations on her son. All drug and alcohol use will be applied by props (empty needles); no drugs will be present on set.
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Short Film
Hooker
300$ to 500$
Woman
Dallas
18 - 40
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due:
07/31/2026
She's a former actress who has been pushed into sex work through financial precarity. She has given up and uses drugs to dull the pain of failing at her dreams. Throughout the story, she symbolizes the exploitation of the entertainment industry. (Lingerie, precursors to sexual intimacy but not sex, ... [See More]
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Short Film
Eric
150$ per day
Man
Dallas
41 - 55
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due:
07/31/2026
The friendly bartender of the local pub. He is Martin's (the main character's) only friend.
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Short Film
Teenage Martin
150$ per day
Man
Dallas
18 - 25
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due:
07/31/2026
A 16-18-year-old boy who dreams of being an actor. Acting is his only escape from his chaotic and abusive household.
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Roles For This Project
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Submissions Due:
07/31/2026
Neglectful mother. She has a drug and alcohol problem because of being trapped in poverty and being left by the main character's father. She takes out her frustrations on her son. All drug and alcohol use will be applied by props (empty needles); no drugs will be present on set.
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Submissions Due:
07/31/2026
She's a former actress who has been pushed into sex work through financial precarity. She has given up and uses drugs to dull the pain of failing at her dreams. Throughout the story, she symbolizes the exploitation of the entertainment industry. (Lingerie, precursors to sexual intimacy but not sex, ... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
07/31/2026
A 16-18-year-old boy who dreams of being an actor. Acting is his only escape from his chaotic and abusive household.