Maneuvering is a short comedy/drama film about an affair between a young transgender woman and an older, married man in a motel room that is interrupted by a strange disturbance in the next room. The film is shooting during the daytime-early evening hours of Saturday, November 4th and Sunday, November 5th at a motel, likely in the suburbs of Philadelphia, exact location TBD.
These roles are not paid, but you will be fed on set and given credit for your work.
Casting for:
MARGO, a 20-25 year old transgender woman at the crossroads of adulthood wrestling with the ethics of and her feelings towards her unconventional relationship. She’s dry, sharp, and self-possessed; but uses this to mask a deep insecurity and need for validation.
STEPHEN, a 40-50 year old man, a husband and a father. He’s using this relationship with Margo as an attempt to reclaim a part of himself he feels he was forced to suppress. He has a lot of love to give, but is ultimately selfish, repressed, and terrified of his infidelity being exposed.
WINSTON, a 65+ year old man and recent widower. He enters the dynamic of Margo and Stephen as he’s choking to death and in desperate need of help. His memory is fading, and he’s consumed with nostalgia and grief.
Contact Joni David with any interest. Thank you!