Greater Philadelphia Film Office

Job Title: Looking for Actresses — Singers and Rappers — for Lead Roles in BFA Dramedy Thesis Student Film (Deferred)

Compensation: Deferred

Job Category: Cast

Project Name: DEFINITION.

Contact: Tyler Small

Phone: 6098328204

Email: definitionthefilm@gmail.com

Casting “Definition.,” a Temple University student BFA dramedy short film.

LOGLINE: An overzealous woman fends off chaotic backstage turmoils and the materializations of her anxiety as the hour approaches on her anticipated stage performance.

SYNOPSIS: What defines you? 22-year-old Hana Turner cannot believe that she is actually participating in one of the most anticipated shows of the year: the Darkhorse University Performance Show. As this dream comes true and starts to unfold, as do the nightmares that come with it.

Weights lying around,

cards flying in the air,

influencers running rampant,

and stuntmen falling from rafters are the least of her problems. How will she react when all these pressures and thoughts start to become otherworldly — or in this case, otherworldly?

60 minutes and counting ‘til showtime, folks…

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The film covers catering costs as well as distribution of the final festival cut. Rehearsals throughout the second half of November, full month of December, and first half of January; shoots Jan. 10-17 in Philadelphia, PA on and near Temple University’s campus. Note: More information on locales will be further discussed later on.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS (email definitionthefilm@gmail.com for more information):

Hana Turner – (lead, she/her, African-American, 18-26) The main character and leading protagonist of “Definition.”, Hana Turner is the essence of this story and the manifestation of every single theme, color, score, and character in this short. She’s energetic, ballsy, and loves to take charge when the opportunity arises. However, the one thing she can never seem to control is the main antagonist of the film itself: time. Not only has it affected her family relations and friendships, but it’s looking to control her final performance as well. It quickly becomes a race to the finish line as her mind becomes filled with darker ideologies and the “definitions” that result from it… The lead role will involve a funded studio recording cover of the song “Tangerine” by grouptherapy. Must be comfortable with scenes of emotional intensity, physical action, VFX, hugging, singing, and dancing choreography.

Bee Wells – (lead, she/they, African-American, 18-26) The secondary protagonist and Hana’s best friend, Bee is the complete opposite of Hana. She’s shy, easily scared, and is quick to be lost in the shuffle of this ever-evolving backstage world. Bee’s a relatively silent character, but is still able to say thousands of words with just her expressions. This is a performance that is mainly devoted to facial expressions relative to lighting and mood. As her development evolves, she must muster up the words to try to save her best friend before the two become consumed by these thoughts and much lively “definitions”… The lead role will involve a funded studio recording cover of the song “Tangerine” by group therapy. Must be comfortable with scenes of emotional intensity, physical action, hugging, quick rapping, and brief dancing.

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For audition side details, lyrics of the song for each respective role, as well more information on supporting roles and film process itself, contact definitionthefilm@gmail.com or thesmallclassicscollection@gmail.com