Monkeypods Casting Call
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Open Casting Call
Maui Movie
Contract: Union and Non-Union welcome
Shoot Dates: May / June
Location: Maui
Seeking two lead actors:
Male Lead (70s, Scottish)
A kind-hearted, witty, and stubborn older man with a rugged charm. He has lived in Lahaina for decades, making peace with his past while cherishing the memories of his late wife and daughter. His friendship with the female lead is unexpected but deeply meaningful. Despite his age, he has a sharp mind, a dry sense of humor, and a deep love for storytelling. He must embody both warmth and the weight of past tragedies. -Must know how to swim.
Female Lead (20s – 30s Hawaiian-Mixed)
A strong, adventurous, and introspective woman deeply connected to the ocean and her homeland. She carries both resilience and vulnerability, shaped by personal loss and a longing for closure. Her journey to Maui is both external and internal, forcing her to confront grief, regrets, and the fleeting nature of time. She has a natural, effortless beauty and an emotional depth that comes through in quiet moments. -Must know how to swim.
Supporting Role:
Male (20s – 30s, Mixed Race or Local Hawaiian)
A passionate and adventurous Chef, deeply in love with his girlfriend but struggling to understand her emotional journey. He joins her on the sailing trip to Maui. He should have a strong, charismatic presence with an adventurous spirit.
Seeking background actors able to portray: Local Maui Residents – Extras
Locals affected by loss, some offering guidance and support, others grieving their own way.
Each role requires actors with strong emotional depth and authenticity, particularly in portraying the themes of loss, resilience, and human connection. Must reside in Maui.
Submission Instructions: Please email the role you’re auditioning for, your headshot (photo,) resume, and/or link to your reel to [email protected]. Once submitted, we will provide sides and more information for a self-tape audition. Feel free to forward this info to any one you know or reach out to us with any questions. Mahalo!
This is a short film, tentative under micro-budget contract. Roles are unpaid, but an opportunity to be on a movie set, performers will be provided with meals, a copy of the finished film and credit for the project.