Child Open Roles for A Short Film
Looking for kids for NEW GROWTH: A Short Film. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Logline: After a Black girl’s best friend betrays her on their first day of middle school, she finds solidarity in an unexpected place. Additionla info: Shooting Spring 2026. When applying, please send headshots and reels.
5 roles
Trinity is overconfident on the surface, but very eager to be accepted. Gets made fun of for her 4c hair. Character has box braids.
Dweebish but more developed than Trinity. Leaves Trinity for a popular clique.
Ivy is a former nerd turned it-girl. Is the head of the clique that Naomi leaves Trinity for.
Brooke is 12, but looks like she could be in first grade. Sweet and innocent, but gets judged for not trying to be too grown for her age.
Background to make the school feel alive and full. Kids or teens who look like they could pass for middle schoolers.
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