“Lost and Found” Casting Call for lead actor and actress

We are looking for actors/actresses who would be interested in auditioning for the roles of MARCUS DALTON and PHOEBE DALTON in the upcoming thesis film, “Lost and Found” directed by Isabelle Cotney.

We will be shooting from March 24th-26th (the last day is tentative and may only be a half day) with a $200 flat rate pay for the roles of Phoebe and Marcus.

We are asking for 10-12 hours of availability throughout the day with covered transportation costs and meals provided. Rehearsals will take place online and all filming will take place throughout several locations in West Philadelphia.

Story synopsis: The film follows a young woman dealing with the recent loss of her mother and the toll it takes on her relationship with her younger brother.

Roles:

PHOEBE DALTON (PRINCIPAL): (Female, 25 – 27) Selfless, hardworking, exhausted, trying to hold herself together, older sister to Marcus.

ACTING STYLE: Naturalistic. Note: Please note if you can cry on cue. Not required but a plus. LEAD

MARCUS DALTON: (Male, 19) tall, self-destructive, impulsive, younger brother to Phoebe, taking time off from college following the death of his mother. Casting will depend on the look of the actress chosen to play Phoebe.

ACTING STYLE: Naturalistic. Note: Please note if you can cry on cue. Not required but a plus. LEAD

If interested please contact dev34@drexel.edu. In your email please include, your full name, DOB, the city you reside in, headshot or selfie, reel or links to past works, and photo confirmation of COVID vaccination. Self-tapes must be filmed in a medium shot above the waist with a reader (must be horizontal, vertical self-tapes will not be considered), proper lighting, and a blank wall or background (do not look directly into the camera). Label the submission file with your name and role. We look forward to working with some of you and getting to see your work. Thank you so much for your time and interest, and best of luck to everyone in their endeavors! Submit ASAP.

Production website:
https://www.instagram.com/lostandfound_shortfilm/