A focused and determined young actor is attending what seems to be a standard audition. As the audition evolves, they are pushed through a series of shifting scenarios that test their emotional range, vulnerability, and sense of control. The role requires strong versatility, moving seamlessly between grounded realism and heightened, imaginative situations. Must be comfortable carrying the film, with subtle internal shifts.

Casting Director – Any Gender, late 30s–50s (open to all ethnicities)

A calm, observant, and quietly commanding presence. This Casting Director guides the audition, introducing increasingly unusual and immersive scenarios while remaining composed and in control. They blur the line between evaluator and scene partner, subtly influencing the actor’s performance. Requires strong screen presence, precise delivery, and the ability to shift tone, from warm and inviting to distant and unsettling, with minimal effort.