Casting Call
OPEN CASTING CALL FOR LOW BUDGET FEATURE FILM. This feature film is essentially a bare bones no budget film with a group of ambitious individuals looking to make something really exciting despite the many budgetary hurdles in doing so.
Title: UNPLUG
Genre: Sci-Fi, Horror, Drama
Filming Dates: October 2024 – January 2025; filming on fridays-sundays
Locations: Anderson, SC ; Clemson, SC ; Augusta, GA ; Hartwell, GA
(not all characters will be in each location)
Synopsis: Wyatt, a high school senior, is thrust into perilous circumstances after discovering a mysterious AI harboring sinister intentions. Wyatt must fight to protect his friends and family all while his estranged father attempts to re-enter his life.
PAY: Will receive copy & IMDB credit, but no pay. Meals provided on set. Non-Union project.
Character Breakdowns:
EVAN – MALE 17-25 (Must pass as High School) OPEN ETHNICITY.
LEAD
Evan is a High School Senior who’s a talkative and a funny guy. Yet can be blunt with a short temper at times. In stressful times he tries to coup with humor.
Filming Notes: As a lead role many days of filming at various locations over multiple weekends. Only submit if you are willing to commit for the long haul. Excellent opportunity though!
WYATT’s MOM- Caucasian, female, 40-55
SUPPORTING
Wyatt’s Mom loves her son, but feels inadequate at times being a single mother. She doesn’t relate to his interests in sports very much and despite their good relationship she wishes he’d let her in more.
Filming Notes: One location likely in Anderson, SC. 1-2 days of filming.
SPENCER- MALE, OPEN ETHNICITY, 17-25 (must pass as High School)
Spencer is an obnoxious jerk who hangs with the bully. He’s the bully sidekick though because he’s reactionary. His job is to laugh at the bully’s victims. He is a soccer player too.
Filming Notes: Smaller role but in various locations. Will be in Augusta, GA mainly, but possibly a couple days elsewhere. Likely 3-6 days.
OFFICER PRUITT- MALE, OPEN ETHNICITY, 30-60 years old
SUPPORTING
Officer Pruitt is a no-nonsense cop trying to figure out a case. He can be a little crafty in gathering information and likes going solo.
(Please note in submission if you own a cop or detective outfit)
Filming Notes: Filming location in McCormick, SC; Augusta, GA; and possibly one other location. 3-4 days of filming.
YOUNG WYATT- Caucasian, 7-10 years old
Actor must portray a younger version of Wyatt for a scene. It’s an emotional scene of a father leaving, with the child trying to hold him back.
Filming Notes:1-2 hours of filming in 1 day. Likely in Anderson, SC location. Parents are encouraged and obviously welcome to supervise.
HOW TO SUBMIT:
Send Message to receive submission instructions!
If you are willing to commit to an opportunity like this despite its budgetary restrictions send me a submission!
Appreciate Everyone! Thanks!
1.) Send headshot to unplugmovie@gmail.com
2.) If you have a resume, clips, or reels, can share that to if desired but not required.
3.)Please note your height and location in email.
4.) Please specify if there is a location you are unwilling to travel to. This is so I know who can travel where, as I decide on locations.
5.) If selected, you will receive a reply asking for a self-tape audition with sides.
DEADLINE: Aug. 6 at midnight