Casting Call for "Grief" Independent Short Film for Teens

Now casting teens for the independent short film “Grief”. See the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Years after the passing of their brother, two siblings go on a camping trip in an attempt to strengthen their connection. However, their struggle to communicate forces the younger sibling to confront the unspoken memories from their traumatic past. Rate: - Unpaid - IMDb credit - Meals provided - Copy of the film - Transportation assistance may be available Additional info: Shooting Dates: July 24–26, 2026 Non-Union | Drama | Coming-of-Age Short Film Seeking actors local to Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and surrounding areas. Please note: Some scenes depict family abuse and trauma between adult actors. No actual physical violence will occur, and all scenes will be filmed safely and professionally. Production Details: - Rehearsals throughout June and July (flexible scheduling) - Filming July 24–26 in Orange County and surrounding areas - Transportation assistance available for select locations - Lodging provided for any Big Bear filming needs When applying, please send: - Headshot - Resume (if available) - Reel or self-tape - Role of interest