Actor Auditions Open for Short Student Film Babyface

The upcoming student short film Babyface, produced by students at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, is now casting supporting roles — and you can be part of this impactful story.

Set in the high-stakes world of high school wrestling, Babyface tackles powerful themes of body image and mental health. The film follows a young wrestler confronting an extreme body image disorder while facing a grueling weight cut.

The production team is looking for dedicated actors to submit self-tape auditions by June 27, 2025.

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🎥 Film Details

🎬 Production Title: Babyface
🎓 Production Type: Independent Student Film
🎭 Union Status: Non-Union
🎬 Director: Shawn Deninger
🎬 Producer: Sofia Vargas
🎓 Production Company: University of North Carolina School of the Arts – School of Filmmaking
📍 Filming Locations: Charlotte & Winston-Salem, NC
🗓️ Filming Dates: August 23–25 & August 29–31, 2025
💰 Compensation: Unpaid

🌟 Casting Breakdown (Supporting Roles)

🎭 Coach Holloway
👨‍🏫 Male | Age 40–55
Old-school wrestling coach. Tough and commanding, yet not blind to struggle. Balances respect and pressure equally.

🎭 Mr. Kittredge
👨 Male | Age 65–70+
Wealthy donor. Well-meaning but oblivious. Values gratitude and tradition without fully understanding the costs.

🎭 Mrs. Kittredge
👩 Female | Age 65–70+
Warm and overly polite. Tries to nurture but unintentionally adds pressure through concern and formality.

🎭 Evelyn Sullivan
👩 Female | Age 40–55
Mother of the protagonist. Well-meaning but emotionally distant. Focused on keeping up appearances.

🎭 Dennis Sullivan
👦 Male | Age 10–12
The protagonist’s younger brother. Quiet, observant, and innocent.

🎞️ How to Submit

👉 Email: babyfaceshortfilmcasting@gmail.com
👉 Include:
✅ Your name
✅ Your headshot

The casting team will send you self-tape instructions and character breakdowns to prepare your audition.

🗓️ Deadline to express interest: June 27, 2025

🎬 Why You Should Audition

✅ Contribute to a story that shines a light on mental health and body image
✅ Gain valuable experience working with an emerging team of filmmakers
✅ Be part of a powerful, character-driven short film

Actor Auditions Open for Short Student Film Babyface — Casting Now in the Carolinas!

Talent Application

🎥 Film Details

🌟 Casting Breakdown (Supporting Roles)

🎞️ How to Submit

🎬 Why You Should Audition

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