Actors Wanted for “Grandmas Dead” Short Film

A sharp-witted, poetry-loving teen with a dark sense of humor. Struggles with a strained relationship with her mother and the quiet distance of her emotionally reserved father. Beneath her sarcasm and tough exterior, she grapples with grief, loneliness, and her grandmother’s unexpected return. Over time, she learns to appreciate her father for who he is, rather than who she wants him to be. LEAD.

A no-nonsense, free spirited woman who fakes her own death only to secretly return for one last goodbye. She’s clever, mischievous, resourceful, and always a step ahead. Initially believed to be a saint, she enters the story as a wise mentor to Teddy. As the story progresses, her motives are challenged, exposing her as a coward who abandoned her family to run from past mistakes. LEAD.

A loving but emotionally stifled father trying to connect with his daughter while navigating a dissolving marriage. He’s earnest and a little lost, making him both endearing and heartbreaking. SUPPORTING.

An actress both on and off the stage, Karol is processing her mother’s death in the most performative way possible. She’s larger-than-life, a bit self-centered, but ultimately - searching for meaning. SUPPORTING.