“Dig” Casting Call.

This is an inspiring film that will be aiming for lots of festivals. It will provide a great opportunity to showcase your talent and abilities.

Working Title: “Dig”
Type: Independent Feature
Format: 16mm Film
Production Company: Belyeu Vision Productions
Location: Pawnee, Kenedy, Austin (Texas)
Start Date: June 2, 2008
Schedule: 3 weeks
Wrap Date: June 21, 2008
Producer: Stephen Belyeu
Director: Stephen Belyeu
Writer: Stephen Belyeu
Casting Director: Rick Olmos

SYNOPSIS:
After the unexpected death of his father, Mike is forced to return to his small hometown in south Texas. With only his two living grandparents, Manuel and Helen, to turn to, Mike decides to remain in the country for while to let time heal some of the pain of his loss.

But what nobody knows is that Mike harbors a painful secret; a secret left to him by his father three years prior to his passing. He soon unknowingly embarks on a journey for answers and begins to unravel the truth. The only question left for Mike is…is he ready to face it?

CASTING:
Mike (lead) – a quiet, reserved young man between the ages of 20-25 that has difficulty opening up and facing problems. Must note that these emotions do eventually erupt in the film so as an actor, you need to be able to show the following extreme emotions in a believable manner: pain, anger, frustration, and heartache. Mike is half Hispanic, half Caucasian, but looks more Caucasian.

Manuel – a cheerful, loving Hispanic Grandfather between the ages of 55-65 who raises goats and tends to his small plot of land.

Helen – a warm hearted, spiritual Hispanic Grandmother between the ages of 55-65 who loves to cook for the two men in her life, her husband and her grandson.

Angelina – a dark haired, attractive Hispanic female between the ages of 40-45.

Katie – a mature, independent young woman between the ages 21-26 who is very understanding and kind hearted. Katie is the type of girl a man would want to marry. She is cute and lovable with light colored hair.

Renton – an honest and dependable young man between the ages of 20-25. Renton is a truly reliable person and confidant.

Cynthia – an attractive, soft-spoken Hispanic woman between the ages of 45-50. Cynthia has very noticeable Native American features with beautiful skin and long, dark hair. Her beauty is natural and untainted.

Lacy – an honest, old-fashioned South Texas Sheriff between the ages of 55-65. Lacy has the look of a person who’s seen and been through a lot. His hands and face are weathered. His voice is rough with a strong Southern draw. He has the bad habit of chewing tobacco.

Michael – a middle-aged Caucasian male between the ages of 45-50 with light colored hair.

Mark – an honest, witty middle-aged man between the ages 45-50 who takes pleasure in life in the country tending to his livestock on his time away from work as an attorney.

Steve – a tall, slender Caucasian male in his late thirties.

Johnny – a middle-aged medical examiner between the ages 35-45.

Priest – a middle-aged Catholic priest.

PAID/NON-PAID: Non-Paid

MEALS: Meals and Gas Compensation Provided

CONTACT:
Cast Headshots/Resumes can be sent to Rick Olmos at: digcasting@gmail.com

Crew Resumes can be sent to: themoviedig@yahoo.com

Website: www.myspace.com/themoviedig