"City Wide" Feature Film Looking For Teens
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Seeking teens for "City Wide" independent feature film. See the details below. About the project: A resourceful Black high school student undertakes an unusual, high-stakes effort to create education and income equality. Navigating the pressures of poverty-induced street violence, he races against time to save his family and uplift his community. Rate: Based on SAG Moderate Low Budget - Approximate $400 per day or $1600 per Meals: Provided on set Additional info: Union Status: Non-Union Location: Boston MA, area Shooting Dates: September - October 2026 When applying, please send your current headshot and acting resume, OR current photo and short bio with the subject line: [ROLE NAME] - [Your Full Name]. Self Video Audition Instructions: The Slate (Introduction): Look directly into the camera lens and state your name, height, current location, and talent agency if applicable. Frame yourself from waste up. Framing: Waste up with a small amount of headroom for the acting scenes. Eye Line: Look slightly to the left or right of the camera lens at your reader. Do not look directly into the camera during the scenes. The Reader: Have someone read the other lines off-camera. They should stand close to the camera lens and speak softer than you so they do not overpower your audio. Orientation: Shoot horizontally (landscape mode). Do not shoot vertical videos. Format: Export your combined video as an .MP4 or .MOV file and send via google drive. File Label: First Name, Last Name, Role Name
13 roles
(LEAD) - Charismatic public high school senior. He takes his education seriously. He has a strong sense of values and is not easily influenced.
Another member of Sebastian’s group. Amari is the comedian providing numerous laugh lines.
Sebastian’s best friend. He’s extremely intelligent, especially in math. His mother died from Covid.
Reggie has an inner vulnerability but he tries to also put on a tough facade. Was shot in the leg, accidentally.
Another member of Sebastian’s group. Tony is tough and extremely loyal. If you were ever in a fight you’d want Tony by your side.
Leader in Derrick’s crew. Confident and has an authentic view of the streets. Bit of a flirt.
A Jewish classmate of Sebastian’s, who Sebastian becomes closer with after learning more about the Holocaust.
Sebastian’s younger sister. She’s a bit feisty and independent.
Caleb is part of Derrick’s crew. He’s caring, but also tough when necessary.
A leader of the group of students who have a rivalry with Sebastian’s group.
Part of Derrick’s crew. In charge while Derrick’s in hospital.
One of Sebastian’s co-workers and has an exchange with him about his brother DeSean.
Classmate of Sebastian. Addresses a girl crazy boy for being a creep.
RELATED CASTING CALLS
