Independent narrative short film. A quiet teenage runner spends a sweltering summer adjusting to life with his father after the death of his mother. As tensions rise during an oppressive heatwave, unexpected friendships, buried grief, and emotional isolation begin to surface. Seeking grounded, naturalistic young actors with strong emotional honesty and authentic screen presence. The film is atmospheric, intimate, visually driven, and rooted in subtle behavior, movement, and emotional realism rather than heightened melodrama. Many roles involve physically active exterior scenes, summer wardrobe, water/pool environments, and strong comfort with naturalistic physical performance. Athletic backgrounds strongly encouraged (running, swimming, basketball, etc.). Tone is warm, emotional, restrained, and cinematic.
3 roles
Bright, emotionally intuitive, and quietly lonely beneath her confidence. Beryl forms an unexpected connection with Garrit during a sweltering summer. Seeking a naturalistic young actress with emotional honesty, strong listening skills, and authentic screen presence. The role relies heavily on subtle reactions and chemistry rather than heavy dialogue. Must believably portray a teenager. Strong swimmer required. Comfortable with summer exterior filming.
Garrit's main bully. Confident, athletic, and socially dominant. Dylan masks insecurity beneath humor, bravado, and casual cruelty. Seeking a grounded young actor with strong screen presence and emotional realism. Athletic build preferred. Comfortable with summer exterior filming and physically active scenes. Must believably portray a teenager.
Quiet, athletic teenager spending a sweltering summer adjusting to life with his father after the death of his mother. Emotionally guarded and vulnerable. Seeking a naturally gifted young actor with strong emotional subtlety and screen presence. Much of the role lives in behavior, stillness, movement, and quiet emotional shifts rather than heavy dialogue. Athletic background strongly preferred. * Comfortable in and around water/pool scenes * Comfortable with summer athletic wardrobe
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