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"My Brother, Marvin" Thesis Film Needs Child Actors

Winston-Salem, NC, United States
ID: 614606Exp: 9/23/2026
Description:

Child actors wanted for “My Brother, Marvin” thesis film. Learn more about this opportunity below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: When Angela learns that her brother, Marvin, who attends a PWI, has developed a mindset of self-hatred that manifests itself as zombieism, she must figure out how to reignite his love for black culture before it’s too late. Rate: Non-Union - Unpaid Additional info: INTEREST DEADLINE: September 23rd, 2026 When applying, please include your name, headshot, and preferred role.

2 roles

YOUNG MARVIN LEWISMale7-10 y.o.African-American

Lead. Marvin is an introverted and intelligent college freshman. Though Marvin was loved and supported by his family through childhood, his hobbies and interests made him feel like an outsider, so he was desperate for community and belonging. When Marvin is rejected and harmed by the people that he attempts to connect with, he isolates himself from family, and adopts a mindset of self-hatred which is detrimental mentally and physically.

YOUNG ANGELA LEWISFemale7-10 y.o.African-American

Lead. Angela Lewis is an observant, quick-witted college senior. She values family and community, and is very protective over her relationships. Angela has a strong sense of right and wrong, and a need to always have the moral high ground. But when faced with a tragic and nuanced situation, she struggles to find the emotional vulnerability to forgive and operate with empathy instead of fear and resentment.