Independent Film Submission

We received the following submission request from a local crew. They are looking for talent submit directly to them. Please feel free to submit to them.

Taking submissions for Independent Dance Film(20-30min) set to film in April. Please send resumes/reels/head-shots to dancefilm24@gmail.com. Subject line please put character your submitting for. Please note some of the characters have been casted(listed in character description) and some potentially casted(feel free to submit for potentially casted) Auditions will be held early January.

Brief Outline of Film
"Tyler, an innocent and naive boy, believes in the goodness of human nature. Through dance and good deeds, he attempts to make the world a better place. His resilience is challenged when he makes an unlikely friend in Hillary"

CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS

Tyler Lucado-Lead Character(Hispanic Male Teenager Trained In Dancing-Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Possibly Ballet, and Breakdancing)-Grew up in a low-income family with an alcoholic mother and an absent father. He is a talented dancer, though not formally trained. He attends public school. He has a creative mind, a vivid imagination, as well as the desire to do good despite his circumstances.

Hillary-Lead Character(Female Caucasian Teenager)-A realist and wise in the ways of the world. Raised by her grandparents in a privileged household. She attends a private arts school where she studies dance. She's a talented dancer, but somewhat insecure in her appearance. She wants to be popular and is rather self-centered at the beginning of the film. Her friendship with Tyler allows her to gain perspective throughout the film, and ultimately makes her a better person.(CASTED)

Maria Lucado(Female Hispanic 35+)-Mother of Drew and Tyler Lucado. Former professional dancer who turned to alcoholism after the death of her husband. Her condition becomes worse after her eldest son Drew died while serving in the military. By the beginning of the film, her alcoholism has led to her neglecting her young son Tyler.

Drew Lucado(Hispanic Male, age 18+ Trained In Dancing-Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Possibly Ballet, and Breakdancing) He grew up in low income family with an alcoholic mother and an absent father. He shares a passion for dancing. He joined the military and was scheduled for deployment, where he was killed before the film begins. His character exists only in flashbacks. The older brother of the main character(Tyler)

Young Tyler(Hispanic Male Age 5-7)-Insecure on his first day at school. But is reassured by his brother Drew. His character exists only in flashbacks.

Female Dancer(Female Teenager Any Race Trained In Dancing-Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Possibly Ballet, and Breakdancing)-Dancer who performs the duet with Drew, in Tyler's flashback of the school performance.

Charles(Caucasian Middle Class Male 50+)-Grandfather to Hillary. He is a good role model, and speaks the truth about any situation.

Debi(Caucasian Middle Class Female 50+)-Hillary's grandmother, dotes on Hillary as her own daughter. Encourages her to pursue dancing.

Christina(African American Late Teens Early 20's Trained In Dancing-Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Possibly Ballet, and Breakdancing)-Female drummer and dancer. Skilled drummer who plays at the bus stop to earn money. Sister of Julius.(POTENTIALLY CASTED)

Julius(African American Male Late Teens Early 20's Trained In Dancing-Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Possibly Ballet, and Breakdancing)-Street performer skilled at tutting he is deaf and dances to the vibrations of the music. Brother of Christina.He speaks American sign language.

Kyle(Male Teenager Any Race Trained In Dancing-Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Possibly Ballet, and Breakdancing)-Tyler's friend at school. He's overweight, but a very good dancer.

Homeless Man(Male Any Race 30+)-Ex-military vet who was deafened and crippled in battle. He is wheelchair bound, but he has full function of his arms and torso. Sometimes he holds a sign with profound statements.

Counselor(Caucasian Male 30+)-Public School Counselor. Though he and Tyler are not close, he is concerned about Tyler's welfare at home.(POTENIALLY CASTED)

Teacher(Any Race Male or Female 30+)-Teacher at Tyler's school.

Dance Instructor(Female Any Race 30+)-Dance instructor at Hillary's school.
(Dancing experience would be nice but not required)

Jessica(Female Caucasian Teenager Preppy Look)-Friend of Hillary, attends private school with her. Makes fun of Tyler and is generally jealous of Hillary and her talent.(Dancing experience would be nice but not required)

Carson(High School Caucasian GQ Male Type)-Boyfriend to Jessica, Hillary's friend. He bullies Tyler.

Tiffany(Female Teenager Any Race Preppy Look)-Friend of Hillary, spreads rumors about Tyler.
(Dancing experience would be nice but not required)

Derek(Male Teenager Any Race)-Bully at Tyler's school.
(Dancing experience would be nice but not required)

Devon(African American Teenager)-Bully at Tyler's school.
(Dancing experience would be nice but not required)