Black Sheep" Short Film African-American Actors

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Casting call for a "Black Sheep" drama short film, seeking actors with strong dramatic abilities and an emotional range. See more details below.

Rate:
Unpaid

Talent will receive:

• Credit / Portfolio
• Professional Highlight Reel
• Meals Provided
• Craft Services Provided

After years of silence, a family's estranged son returns for Sunday dinner, forcing buried secrets, old wounds, and a deadly cover-up into the open. BLACK SHEEP is a contained family drama centered on guilt, loyalty, truth, and the devastating cost of keeping secrets. The project serves as a proof‑of‑concept short film for a planned feature film.

Location:

Chicago, Illinois

Shoot Dates:
Mid‑September 2026 (Exact dates TBD)

Rehearsals & Table Reads:
July–September 2026

Because this film relies heavily on performance and dialogue, all selected actors must be available for:

• Table Reads
• Character Development Sessions
• Rehearsals
• Production Dates

Full availability is strongly preferred throughout the rehearsal and production process.

If interested, please submit your application with:

• Headshot
• Resume
• Reel (if available)

Selected talent will receive sides and audition instructions.