This Halloween, theaters will gain a little extra sparkle. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of “Twilight,” the romantic fantasy series based on Stephenie Meyer’s novels and starring Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, will return to select theaters for five days only beginning Oct. 29. Want to relive the fantasy before then? Sink your teeth into the great romance, fantasy, and supernatural projects seeking talent now.
“Homecoming”
The Wrong Neighborhood Productions is now seeking talent for “Homecoming,” a proof-of-concept vampire horror film about a pair of Neo-Nazis who attempt to terrorize their community and awaken an ancient hunger with a centuries-old grudge. Male actors, aged 18–35, are wanted for several lead and supporting roles. Work dates are TBD; talent will work in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Pay is $200 per day for up to three days of work, with gas reimbursement and food provided.
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“Vampire Lover”
Join the cast of “Vampire Lover,” a romantic dark comedy about a lonely consent-seeking vampire who struggles to find a willing victim in an underground rave, is now seeking New York City-based actors, aged 18–35, for several roles, including the lead role of Maurice. Comedy skills, including improv and sketch comedy skills, are required. Rehearsals will take place in late September or early October, followed by filming over three days in November. Pay is $150–$500 with travel compensation and meals provided.
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“115 Times Yes”
“115 Times Yes,” a short sci-fi romance film exploring technology’s impact on love and connection, is now casting a London-based male actor, age 28–45, for the starring role of Martin. Talent will work on Oct. 4–5. Pay is £350.
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“Comara”
Casting is underway for “Comara,” an atmospheric horror-fantasy short film (with a feature in development) set in Britain that follows a boy who suspects his father is transforming into a monster. U.S.-based male actors, aged 18–70, are wanted for lead and supporting roles. Two of the roles, including the protagonist, require a British accent. Rehearsals will take place virtually, followed by filming in Upstate New York, dates TBD. Pay is $300–$1,000 per day for two days of work with travel and meals provided.
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“Kingdom of Darkness”
Casting is underway for “Kingdom of Darkness,” a 1913-set feature film heavily inspired by Terrence Malick’s “The Tree of Life” and Robert Eggers’ “The Witch,” where the Devil sends a satanic worshipper from the spirit realm to kill a devoted, faithful Christian woman until he falls in love with her and battles with his own morality. Two actors, aged 20–25, are wanted to play the lead roles of Taylor and Thomas. Filming will take place in late Fall 2025 in Ontario. Pay is $2,000–$4,000 for two weeks of work with meals, travel reimbursement, and reel footage provided.
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“The Hartford House”
Join the cast of “The Hartford House,” a supernatural drama about Lydia, a grieving mother who relocates to a small town for a museum job, only to discover her new home is bound to a century-old tragedy and a restless spirit seeking closure. Two female actors, aged 36–48, are wanted for the lead role and a supporting role. Talent will work between Nov. 3 and 13 in Tipton and Davenport, Iowa. Pay is $165 per day for up to 11 days of work, with lodging available.
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“Keep Still,” Indie Queer Film
The Good Fight Films is now seeking talent for “Keep Still,” a queer psychological horror film about a hookup gone wrong when a man is abducted by a supernatural presence and imprisoned with two other captives. Chicago-based talent, aged 18–50, are wanted for the three captives and the antagonist in the film. Talent will work on Nov. 7–9, 14–16, and 22 in Northwest Chicago. Pay is $125 per day, including meals, credit, and copies provided.