Wishful Thinking
Fundraising Campaign
A powerful film inspired by the loss of a dear friend in the Lahaina fires on Maui.
Open Casting Call
Maui Movie
Contract: Union and Non-Union welcome
Shoot Dates: October 27-30
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: (Must reside in Maui)
Male Boyfriend (20s – 30s, Mixed Race or Local)
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.
Concierge (Any age, race, and gender)
A hotel employee whose job is to assist guests by booking tours.
News Reporter (Any age, ethnicity, and gender)
Reporting the news on TV.
Non-Speaking Roles
Young Father (30s, Scottish)
Young version of male lead, playing on the beach with his wife and toddler daughter.
Young Mother (30s, Local Asian)
Wife of young male lead, playing on the beach with her husband and toddler.
Female Toddler (3-4 years old, Mixed)
Toddler that resembles female lead, playing on the beach with her parents.
Two Sailors (Any age, ethnicity, and gender)
Must knows how to dock a sailboat.
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.
Submission Instructions: Please email the role you’re auditioning for, your headshot (photo,) resume, with your name, sizes, and phone number 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 under SAG-AFTRA micro-budget contract. Supporting Roles and Background Actors are unpaid, but an opportunity to be on a movie set, performers will be provided with meals, credit for the project, and invitation to the premiere.