[NEohioPAL] AUDITIONS FOR FEATURE FILM IN CLEVELAND

[Will F. Moore]

CASTING CALL! For UNLOCKED! Seeking actors for PAID speaking roles for this
3 part feel good drama episodic show produced by ART OF ME.
UNLOCKED: A 3-EPISODE LIMITED SERIES
Produced by: Art of Me Productions
Logline: A group of unlikely teens, each battling their own struggles, must
come together to save a place that gave
them hope—while discovering how to save themselves along the way. At the
heart of this series is Angie, a lively, wise-cracking librarian who
channels her love of books and her own life lessons into empowering the
next generation. Once a dreamer who found strength in stories, Angie now
mentors teens like Kai and Chris, helping them turn bold visions into
transformative action with humor, encouragement, and unflinching honesty.
EPISODE 1: KAI’S STORY
“Building the Dream”
Synopsis: Kai Thompson, a determined teen with big dreams and limited
resources, leads a group of
friends in creating a teen-run marketplace to lift themselves out of their
struggles. Battling financial hardship at home and the controlling presence
of a powerful city councilman, Kai sees the marketplace as a way to save
his family and their future. As he rallies his friends Malik, Jayde, and
Chris, Kai’s resilience is tested when personal stakes rise: eviction
notices pile up, and the community questions their plan. But in building
the marketplace, Kai begins to see that his idea isn’t just about making
money—it’s about creating a space where everyone has a chance to thrive.
EPISODE 2: CHRIS’S STORY
“Finding the Courage”
Synopsis: Quiet, talented artist Chris Rodriguez struggles to step out of
the shadows of his epilepsy and years of self-doubt. As whispers about his
condition spread among classmates, Chris hesitates to join Kai’s
marketplace project, fearing judgment. When he finally takes a leap of
faith to set up an art booth, Chris is forced to confront his fears and
rediscover the joy of sharing his creativity. Along the way, he reflects on
pivotal moments in his life—including a childhood seizure that reshaped his
family’s dynamic—and realizes that his art has the power to bring
people together.
EPISODE 3: ANGIE’S STORY
“Saving the Stories”
Synopsis: Angie Morales, a passionate librarian, learns that the
neighborhood library is slated for closure.
Having spent her life inspired by books and driven to share their magic,
Angie steps in to help the teens connect their marketplace to the library.
Through flashbacks, Angie reflects on her
own struggles as a young dreamer and how books shaped her resilience. As
the teens work together to showcase the library’s value to the community,
they discover that saving the library is about more than preserving a
space—it’s about creating a legacy of hope and change for
future generations.
AUDITIONS! CASTING CALL! Seeking actors to play the following speaking
roles for the 3 part series UNLOCKED (non-union). We are seeking skilled
and experienced actors plus new faces who have chops. If interested please
send a recent photo from the past 2 months OR a professional head shot to
castingunlocked at gmail.com--put the role in which you're interested in CAPS
in the Subject. In the email include your name and phone number. Shooting
starts this month December 2024 and ends January 2025. 16yo and older for
most roles but some kids roles as well. Parents must submit for minors.
Deadline to submit is Sunday, Dec 15 2024 (6pm). Please submit sooner if
possible. If selected to audition for the role you prefer (or one we prefer
for you), you'll be forwarded information immediately on submitting your
self-taped audition right away by the next day, Monday Dec 16, 2024. If
selected after that, CallBacks are in person on Tuesday Dec 17, 2024 in the
evening.
Can you play one of these roles? If so, submit your head shot and
resume/bio NOW!
OE= Open Ethnicity
1. Kai Thompson – (15-18yo Af-Am male) A determined, charismatic, visionary
leading the charge to create a community marketplace, driven by his desire
to inspire change and support his
family.
2. Chris Alvarez (15-18yo Hispanic male) – A reserved artist with a hidden
strength, battling epilepsy while contributing his creative talents to the
group's mission.
3. Malik (15-18yo Af-Am male) – A spirited, humorous team member whose
charisma and social media savvy help rally support for the marketplace.
4. Jayde (15-18yo female, OE)– A sharp, pragmatic 16-year-old who balances
her no-nonsense attitude with deep loyalty to her friends.
5. Angie (50s-60, female, open ethnicity)– An animated, engaging, witty
encouraging librarian who mentors the teens, sharing her own experiences to
guide their dreams.
6. Anthony (40-50s male, OE) – A smug male and quick to dismiss the teens'
efforts but unable to ignore their growing success.
7. Mayor (already cast).
8. Mr. Garcia (50-70s Hispanic male) – A calm, supportive elder who
believes in Kai’s potential, acting as a bridge between generations.
9. Mrs. Garcia (50-70s Hispanic female)– Skeptical and outspoken, yet she
provides a strong community presence, offering grounded advice.
10. Shay (40-50s, Af-Am female) – Already cast.
11. Benjamin (40-50s) – Already cast.
12. Joseph (20s, Af-Am male) – Kai’s older brother, a realist whose sarcasm
often veils his concern for his family.
13. Ms. Reynolds (40s-50s, female, OE) – A practical and somewhat skeptical
community center manager who reluctantly gives the teens a chance.
14. Victor (50s-60s, male, OE) – A sharply dressed, authoritative figure
tied to Anthony, whose interests intersect with the teens' project.
15. Simone (10yo Af-Am female with ability to do French accent). Already
cast.
16. Aunt Amara (40-50s, Af-Am female) – Angie's a well dressed, sharp,
polished, encouraging relative, who inspires her creativity and imagination
through gifts and guidance.
17. Maria Alvarez (16-20s, Hispanic female) – Chris’s protective older
sister, providing practical support and humor while helping him navigate
his condition.
18. Lena Alvarez (40s-50s, Hispanic female) – Chris’s nurturing mother,
fiercely advocating for his health and success.
19. Mr. Parker (40s-50s, male, OE )– A financial counselor who helps the
teens organize their budgeting, offering professional guidance.
20. Young Girl #1 (8-12yo, female, Af-Am)– A bright-eyed child inspired by
the marketplace, representing the community's younger generation.
21. Ms. Peters (30s-40s, female, OE) – A community figure or mentor
contributing wisdom and encouragement to the teens.
22. Tammy (20s, female, OE, must match Young Angie) – Young Angie’s mother,
a strong-willed woman juggling family demands
and personal challenges.
24. Doctor #1(35-60, Puerto Rican male or female). Healthcare professional
offering perspectives on health-related challenges faced by the characters.
25. Doctor #2 (35-60, American male or female) – Healthcare professional
offering perspectives on health-related challenges faced by the characters.
25. Shop Owner #1 (20s-40s) – Already cast
26. Sam (10 year old boy, OE) – A friend, supporter, or additional
community figure adding layers to the unfolding story.
27. Secretary- (30s-50s, female with an inquisitive look, OE).
28. Young Angie (10yo female to match older Angie).
29. Young Chris (10yo male to match older Chris).
30. Neighbor #1 (30-50yo male or female, open gender).

31. Local Business Owner (30-50yo male or female, open gender).
FEATURED EXTRAS:
(A) Tammy’s Six Kids (FEATURED EXTRAS) – Angie’s siblings, a lively group
whose chaos indirectly shapes Angie’s imaginative escape into books. 3
younger than 10yo and 3 older than 10yo).

(B) Young Girl at Market (9 - 14)

(C) Young Boy at Market (9-14)

(D) Baby (Af-Am, male or female, 1 - 3 years old).

EXTRAS:
Various folks of all kinds, 16yo and up.
Adult Parents/Guardians must submit name and number for minor actors.

Thank you,
LILLIAN PYLES CASTING
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