Looking to cast…
Lead roles:
BETTE WINFIELD: Mid to late 20’s female who just landed an opportunity of a lifetime at Philadelphia’s largest news station. Anxious go getter who struggles to fit in new spaces. Not afraid to stick up for herself but only when pushed far enough.

RODNEY WHITEMAN: Older man (late 50s and up). Bette’s co-anchor. Entitles, grumpy, rude, Intimidating. Dislikes Bette

Supporting roles:
STELLA MAXWELL: Young (mid-late 20s) and spunky female, social media coordinator at news station. Bubbly, Ditsy but genuine, close friend of Bettes.

CLARA MENWELL: Older woman, (early to late 50’s/60s) executive producer at news station. Respected, intimidating, old school…anti-feminist. Close with Rodney and Perry.

PERRY SMITH: Older man, late 50’s and up. News anchor recently fired for sexual assault. Entitled, intimidating, weird and creepy.

BRANDON WEST: Young male (mid-late 20s) production assistant in the studio. Friends with Bette and Stella. Friendly, welcoming.

Extras:
MAN ON TRAIN: reoccurring character that becomes Bette’s #1 fan.
NEWSROOM CREW: crew around the news studio.

To audition, please download the script side HERE.  Please record a self-tape and email to [email protected].

Thank You!

SHOOT DATES:
Shooting Monday and Wednesday afternoons during October.
Location: Philadelphia PA, Temple University

This short film explores relationships in the workplace, internal and external pressures, and carrying past traumas. The script also explores the role of women
in high-power positions and new vs. old wave feminism.

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