CASTING NOW
DARK LIGHT
Feature Film

MARTIN

• Character portrayed is male, 18 to play 17
• Any ethnicity
• A sharp, sarcastic, emotionally guarded teen who’s had a rough home life and a string of juvenile offenses. Beneath the anger and impulsiveness lies a smart, capable young man with strong instincts and a good heart.
• Lead role

LYLE

• Character portrayed is male, late 50s-60s
• Any ethnicity. A physically imposing ex-corrections officer who runs a behavioral youth camp. Tough, disciplined, and used to control, he leads with a quiet authority and a sharp sense of order.
• Seeking recognizable actors for straight offer
• Lead role

JO

• Character portrayed is female or nonbinary, 20s
• Any ethnicity
• Has chronic asthma, which initially makes them a liability for the group—much to their frustration. Smart, witty, a bit awkward and self-deprecating.
• Large supporting role

DONNA

• Character portrayed is female, 40s
• Any ethnicity
• Rick’s wife. Practical, grounded, and emotionally intelligent. The caretaker of the group, she’s calm under pressure and works hard to keep the group balanced.
• Large supporting role

CHRISTINE

• Character portrayed is female, mid-late 50s.
• Any ethnicity.
• Deeply religious and emotionally reactive. When her son Peter is taken, her panic and grief send her spiraling into a nervous breakdown
• Large supporting role

CARL

• Character portrayed is male, 70s
• Any ethnicity
• A bit of an eccentric, he seems unfazed by the dire situation, content to work on his model airplane. Wry, intelligent, and unexpectedly insightful, steadying force.
• Large supporting role

PETER

• Character portrayed is male, early 20s
• Any ethnicity
• Christine’s son. Earnest, helpful, and good-natured
• Supporting role

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