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Encore

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A world-renowned concert pianist who has just become the first Asian American to win one of the biggest piano prizes in the world. On the surface, Daniel has everything: a beautiful home, a wife who adores him, a proud family, and the exact career he dreamed of as a child. Underneath, on this sin...
Due Date: 07/10/2026
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    Daniel chen

    Encore

    - Man New York 30 - 35 UBCP / ACTRA Short Film

    About this role

    A world-renowned concert pianist who has just become the first Asian American to win one of the biggest piano prizes in the world. On the surface, Daniel has everything: a beautiful home, a wife who a...

    Due Date: 07/10/2026

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    Young daniel

    Encore

    - Man New York 10 - 12 UBCP / ACTRA Short Film

    About this role

    A gifted young Daniel whose passion for music is pure and joyful before ambition and expectations reshape his life. Skills: Must play piano at a basic level (or be very coachable). Piano proficiency ...

    Due Date: 07/10/2026

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    Sarah chen

    Encore

    - Woman New York 28 - 35 UBCP / ACTRA Short Film

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    Daniel's wife. A successful Chinese American lawyer. She loves Daniel completely and looks at him like a fan who can't believe she gets to be married to him. She is gracious, warm, capable, and slight...

    Due Date: 07/10/2026

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    Lily chen

    Encore

    - Woman New York 60 - 65 UBCP / ACTRA Short Film

    About this role

    Daniel's widowed mother. Loving, proud, and emotionally resilient. Lily devoted much of her life to supporting her son's success and remains one of the most important people in his life. Language: Mu...

    Due Date: 07/10/2026

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    Ethan

    Encore

    - Man New York 15 - 18 UBCP / ACTRA Short Film

    About this role

    Daniel's teenage cousin. Auntie Mei's son. Permanently glued to his phone, perpetually mortified by his mother, but in one moment, he looks up and asks Daniel to play the song he used to play as a kid...

    Due Date: 07/10/2026

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    Nico

    Smile! You'Re on Camera.

    $250 Man New York 24 - 30 Non Union Short Film

    About this role

    Spanish-speaking or Latino actor preferred. A successful adult content creator whose warmth and emotional intensity make people feel instantly seen. Romantic, affectionate, playful, and deeply nurtur...

    Due Date: 06/06/2026

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    Marc

    Smile! You'Re on Camera.

    $250 Man New York 23 - 29 Non Union Short Film

    About this role

    An adult content creator and aspiring filmmaker living in New York. Intelligent, observant, funny, emotionally perceptive, and quietly romantic. Though he craves intimacy and genuine connection, he ap...

    Due Date: 06/06/2026

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    Younger yuki

    Yuki

    SAG ULB minimum, open to overscale Woman New York 12 - 14 SAG-AFTRA, Ultra Low Budget Film Short Film

    About this role

    We are looking for the younger version of our lead role, Yuki. Please see photo attached. Should look 12-14 years old. Talent must have a current passport. Project films in Mexico City Prefer talent...

    Due Date: 05/29/2026

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    Maya (lead role)

    Short Horror Film – “Satan’S Parasite” ($200-$250)

    $200–$250 DOE + Meal + Soho/Tribeca Photo Shoot Woman New York 21 - 29 Non Union Short Film

    About this role

    Character Summary — Maya Body type - slim to athletic, for continuity with wardrobe and character design. Height - 5'6" - 5'11" Shoot timeframe - 1 Day/6-8 Hours Location : Bergen County, New Jersey ...

    Due Date: 07/23/2026

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    Maria

    The Waiting Room

    $150/day Woman New York 50 - 70 Non Union Short Film

    About this role

    Maria is the emotional heartbeat of the waiting room. She is waiting for a loved one in surgery and copes through faith, storytelling, and caretaking. Though she appears gentle and maternal, Maria is ...

    Due Date: 06/19/2026

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