Speaking role. Male, age range 30-40. MUST BE OPEN TO BEING SHAVEN FULLY BALD! MUST be comfortable eating and enjoying spicy chicken sandwich on camera. He is slightly rugged and is confident. He has a believable Midwest vibe to him - the kind of person who leans against his pickup truck at a Speedway and knows exactly what he likes. This role is performance-driven and largely nonverbal. Talent must be highly expressive and able to communicate flavor, heat, and enjoyment physically, without overplaying comedy. Key Traits: • Confident via a bite moment and grounded, not cartoony • Has experience and is comfortable eating on camera • Able to play subtle pleasure, anticipation, and mounting intensity • Excellent facial control and physical storytelling • Comfortable being bald on camera, with sweat visible

Male, Black, age range 24-28. Devon clearly came from a strong church upbringing - he was the star in the gospel choir, and we can all see why. He is expressive, emotionally open and carries himself as the polished performer, while carrying a quiet shame of his past. Learning at a young age that the love and approval of his father had to be earned through masculinity, image and faith, he was (and still is) the church centered "good boy". He has internalized the rejection from an event out of his control, and now reclaims his voice . . . but this time, he does it outside the sanctuary. Strong character arc with beautifully written monologue. Talent must be available for all rehearsals (we will do our best to schedule rehearsals around the schedules of our entire cast), and will be paying a $100 gas stipend + $50 wardrobe bump, if talents wardrobe is utilized. Additionally, we will be filming this for purposes of archival. Each actor will receive a copy so they may use this work for the reels.

BIPOC (black, indigenous, people of color), approximately 30 years old. They are androgynous and gender-queer/non-binary/trans-masc. Casey is guarded, with a thin, controlled exterior - used to mask the pain. They alternate between sharp sarcasm and sudden vulnerability. Like a tortoise, the tough exterior shell of sarcasm is used for protection, but the delicate being under the shell is actually quite vulnerable when you are allowed to see it. Casey was a child who buried abuse under obedience and perfection to become the adult who is (finally) beginning to admit the rage and fragility caused by that abuse. Casey has a beautifully written monologue in this work - meant for an actor to truly sink their teeth into.

The Summer Serenader is a dynamic singer/actor/performer working primarily in-person, and occasionally through online platforms. They are an energetic and positive performer that can sing and is adept at acting improv, and have an interest in connecting with seniors and those who live in care environments. They preferably can self-accompany on an instrument, though it is not required. Performers who are multilingual are especially encouraged to apply. The Summer Serenader collaborates with other ensemble members on creating and offering ongoing musical performances to seniors in a variety of contexts, including care homes, hospitals, seniors’ centres, outdoors and online. They are creative, flexible, able to work both collaboratively in group settings, and independently. The Summer Serenader is willing and able to take leadership when called upon to do so, and also support and encourage the leadership of others. They are true ensemble members. Most importantly, the Summer Serenader is a positive, caring, genuine, creative individual, willing and eager to give time and attention to isolated seniors and people in care settings, and creatively collaborate with fellow artists.

Film #1: A Love He Refused SAM (Lead) Age: 25-30 Height: Any Physical Appearance: Warm, bright, naturally confident. Must read as genuinely loving and quietly formidable in equal measure. Description: A woman who loves her father and sees him clearly at the same time. Sam's journey moves from oblivious happiness through dawning fury to decisive, prepared confrontation. Must play warmth and steel without telegraphing the turn. Critical: the moment she produces the folder must land as the culmination of everything — the audience should feel she's been ten steps ahead the whole time. --- Film #2: Betrayed Before Forever HANNAH (Lead) Age:25-30 Height: Any Physical Appearance: Naturally beautiful, emotionally open. Must read as both genuinely heartbroken and genuinely joyful — sometimes in the same scene. Description: A woman who has spent her whole life doing what she's told, and one night deciding not to. Hannah's journey moves from devastation through unexpected joy to clear-eyed, courageous choice. Requires strong instincts for physical comedy and genuine emotional range. Critical: the turn from heartbreak to abandon in the series of shots must feel completely real, and chemistry with Carl must carry the entire second half of the script.

Film #1: A Love He Refused TREVOR (Lead) Age: 25-30 Height: Any Physical Appearance: Black, African-American. Handsome, composed, quietly dignified. Must hold his ground without raising his voice. Description: A man who refuses to be bought and nearly breaks under the weight of loving someone whose father wants him gone. Trevor's journey moves from composed confidence through private anguish to overwhelmed relief. Must play strength and vulnerability in the same body. Critical: the conflicted beat at the end of Scene 3 and the tears in Scene 6 must both feel completely earned. --- Film #2: Betrayed Before Forever CARL (Lead) Age: 30-35 Height: Any Physical Appearance: Black, African-American. Warm, unassuming, effortlessly genuine. The kind of man you don't notice until you can't stop looking at him. Description: A pizza delivery guy who shows up at exactly the right moment and stays for all the right reasons. Carl's journey moves from awkward bystander through unlikely connection to quiet, hopeful declaration. Must play sincerity without sentimentality. Critical: the dance sequence must be uninhibited and committed, and chemistry with Hannah must feel earned not manufactured.

A self-made CEO who built her company from the ground up. Lana is intelligent, composed, and used to being in control of every aspect of her life. To the outside world, she is the picture of success: polished, disciplined, and unshakable. Beneath that control, however, is a woman who longs to be seen and understood on a deeper level. In her engagement, she begins to lose her sense of agency, slowly realizing that the life she has built may not truly be her own. When a former lover re-enters her life, Lana is pulled into an emotional conflict between security and freedom, logic and desire.

A rugged, mysterious former lover of Lana’s who vanished without explanation three years ago. He has a dangerous, motorcycle-riding edge, quiet intensity, and a smoldering charm that disarms everyone around him. Though initially hired to manipulate Lana, he quickly falls deeply in love and becomes tortured by his betrayal. He is haunted by his past, blackmailed into a scheme he despises, and willing to risk everything to protect the woman he truly loves.

A wealthy, elite socialite from a powerful family; Lana’s charming but ruthless fiancé. He is impeccably polished, well-spoken, and picture-perfect in public—yet privately controlling, cruel, manipulative, and obsessed with power and image. He is bankrupt, addicted to gambling, and scheming to steal Lana’s company through a fraudulent marriage and blackmail. He presents as a loving partner while quietly destroying everyone around him to secure his legacy.

Lana’s ride-or-die best friend, trusted assistant, and the only person who sees Caleb’s true colors from the start. Witty, no-nonsense, loyal to a fault, and grounded; she balances Lana’s polished intensity with relatable, honest energy. She risks her career and safety to expose Caleb’s lies, becoming Lana’s secret ally in taking down the man manipulating her. She is the audience surrogate—brave, intuitive, and unafraid to speak the truth.

Lana’s elegant, socialite mother. She is focused on family legacy, status, and outward perfection, often prioritizing appearances over her daughter’s emotional well-being. She loves Lana deeply but is blind to Caleb’s manipulation until the truth is unavoidable.

Lana’s proud, legacy-driven father. He built his family’s name with hard work and is desperate to protect it, making him vulnerable to Caleb’s blackmail. He loves his daughter deeply but struggles to see the danger until it is nearly too late.

Caleb’s snobbish, image-obsessed mother. She is fully aware of her family’s financial collapse and participates in the scheme to marry Caleb into Lana’s wealth. Dramatic, entitled, and cruel—she turns on Caleb immediately when his lies destroy the family name.

Caleb’s stern, powerful father. He is a proud man humiliated by his son’s gambling addiction and lies. He delivers the film’s most devastating dramatic beat when he publicly disowns Caleb and rejects the fraudulent marriage.

Hypersensible, Léanne capte tout - regards, silences, gestes. Son rapport au toucher et ses réactions trahissent une compréhension du monde trop avancée pour son âge. Brillante, curieuse et intuitive, elle dégage une maturité troublante qui la place en décalage avec les autres enfants.

Energique et impulsif, Victor explore les limites sans toujours saisir ce qui s'y joue. Porté par l'envie de plaire et de s'amuser, il se laisse entraîner dans le jeu jusqu'à franchir une ligne lors d'une confrontation avec Léanne.

Dominant, charismatique et provocateur, Jackson impose le rythme du jeu et en détourne les règles. * Grand frère de Billie & Mathis

La plus jeune du groupe, Billie est à la fois fragile et spontanée. Souvent déstabilisée par les plus âgés, elle ne se laisse pas faire: elle rit, proteste ou boude quand ses limites sont franchies.

Observateur et joueur, Mathis agit par imitation ou sous l'influence de son grand frère Jackson.

A disciplined, emotionally guarded junior detective with a strong moral compass. Intelligent and determined, but deeply affected by past trauma, particularly involving a former friend. Initially rigid and judgmental, she is forced to confront her beliefs as she navigates an unfamiliar and psychologically complex world. Carries vulnerability beneath her tough exterior. A qualified Intimacy Coordinator and a certified Stunt Coordinator will be engaged for all applicable scenes to ensure performer safety and adherence to industry standards.