Paid Role for ‘Harriet Jacobs’ Short Concept Film

Noah Day Productions LLC is now casting for ‘Harriet Jacobs’, a paid, non-union short proof-of-concept film filming in Charlotte, North Carolina (regional talent welcome, with local hires preferred). This concept shoot will support a feature film currently in development and places a strong emphasis on performance, authenticity, and cinematic realism.

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Project Details

🎬 Project: Harriet Jacobs (Short Concept Film)
📍 Location: Charlotte, NC / Regional (local hires preferred)
🗓️ Shoot: 1 day (concept shoot)
💵 Pay: Paid (rate negotiable for concept)
🎭 Union Status: Non-Union

Role Available

Dr. James Norcom

👤 Male, White
🎂 Age: 40–60 (45–55 preferred)

Character Overview (Performance Notes)

Dr. James Norcom is portrayed as an educated, respected Southern physician and slaveholder—calm, articulate, and composed, with power rooted in entitlement and social control rather than overt violence.

This role is written to be grounded and restrained, avoiding cartoonish villainy. The character’s menace is subtle—expressed through certainty, tone, and quiet authority rather than shouting or physical aggression.

They’re Looking For an Actor Who Can

🎙️ Deliver dialogue with strong subtext and control
🧊 Convey dominance through stillness and tone
🎭 Theater or classical training is a plus
🗣️ A Southern accent is welcome, but not required
📚 Comfortably portray morally complex historical material
🧠 Bring emotional intelligence and restraint (rather than overt aggression)

Project Notes

🎥 This is a proof-of-concept for a feature currently in development
📦 Intended audience includes faith-based and prestige film distributors
🎬 Strong emphasis on authenticity and cinematic realism

How to Submit

Send submissions to: michael_extrem@yahoo.com
Subject line: DR. NORCOM – Harriet Jacobs Concept

Please include

📸 Headshot
📄 Resume (theater experience encouraged)
🎞️ Reel or self-tape (if available)

Additional Notes

📍 Local and regional actors are encouraged to submit.
⭐ Limited screen time, but the role is designed to have significant impact.