CASTING NOTICE - Deadline Sunday, April 19!

Project Name & Synopsis:

'Beautiful Dreamer' is a heartfelt, character-driven story that follows Neil and Molly from the spark of their first date through the life they build together—full of love, conflict, growth, and deep connection. What begins as two people stepping just outside their comfort zones quickly becomes something far greater: a shared life shaped by friendship, family, and the quiet, meaningful moments that define a lasting relationship.

As their story unfolds—from young love to marriage, children, and the passage of time—it is interwoven with a present-day reality in which Neil lies in a hospital bed after a tragic accident. Moving between past, present, and imagined future, the film explores the profound impact of love, the fragility of time, and the legacy we leave behind. At its core, Beautiful Dreamer asks: what does it truly mean to share a life with someone—and what remains when that life is over?

What It’s For:
Houde School of Acting’s Short Film

Pay:
Unpaid – credit and footage for reel

Usage of Project:
Film Festivals

Non-Union

Roles Casting:

Neil – Male, 25–35, open ethnicity
An excitable, worldly young man seeking a stable, fairytale life.

Molly – Female, 21–30, open ethnicity
Bright, charismatic, and grounded, looking for both stability and spontaneity in love.

Raphael – Open gender/ethnicity, 30–40
An “old soul,” deeply invested in Neil and Molly’s relationship.

Raphael’s Partner – Open gender/ethnicity, 25–40
A warm, supportive presence within the friend group.
Neil (Older) – Male, 55–70, open ethnicity
A man reflecting on a life of love after loss.

Doctor – Open gender/ethnicity, 40–60

Detective – Open gender/ethnicity, 35–50

Non-speaking roles:
Neil & Molly’s Children – One male, one female, ages 5–10, open ethnicity

Neil’s Parents – One male, one female, ages 50–60, open ethnicity

Nurse – Open gender/ethnicity, 25–40

Filming Dates:
Towards the end of June beginning of July 2026

Location of Filming:
Cleveland, Ohio area

Submission Deadline:
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Then we will send any actor we would like to see sides to send in a self-tape audition.

Questions / Contact:
For any questions regarding this project, please contact:
info@houdeschoolofacting.com