"Draven" - 22 to 34 Male - Lead

Film: The Lovers Massacre
Director: Willy Adkins
Type: Horror, Romance, Silent Film, Noir, Gothic
Status: Non-Union / Credit / Copy / Craft
Production Date(s): October 21st & 22nd, 2023
Production Location(s): Barrington, IL Area

TO SUBMIT: Email: willy@breakingfate.com with headshot and resume (if available). We love reels if you have them.  A live video audition via Google Meet will be requested, if we feel you look the part.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the email subject line put: CASTING CALL: DRAVEN

Synopsis: The Lovers Massacre is a chilling gothic horror-romance that follows the macabre love story of two twisted souls, Draven and Lilith, as they embark on a gruesome killing spree, leaving a trail of blood and death in their wake.

Character Info:  Draven is a lead character who joins his lover in passion killings. - This is a gothic character - Must be available October 21st & 22nd  

Misc. Info: This is a micro-short film that will be produced over 2 days, October 21st & 22nd in Northern Illinois.  This project is unique in modern media, as it will be a black and white gothic noir style film with plans to shoot on a real 60mm film camera.  This short film is a no-budget project being produced on donated time and talent, with the finished work being submitted to film festivals and will also be released on YouTube.  We will be providing craft services, credit and digital download of the film following premiere.

"Hiker Guy" - 22 to 34 Male - Supporting

Film: The Lovers Massacre
Director: Willy Adkins
Type: Horror, Romance, Silent Film, Noir, Gothic
Status: Non-Union / Credit / Copy / Craft
Production Date(s): October 21st & 22nd, 2023
Production Location(s): Barrington, IL Area

TO SUBMIT: Email: willy@breakingfate.com with headshot and resume (if available). We love reels if you have them.  A live video audition via Google Meet will be requested, if we feel you look the part.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the email subject line put: CASTING CALL: HIKER GUY

Synopsis: The Lovers Massacre is a chilling gothic horror-romance that follows the macabre love story of two twisted souls, Draven and Lilith, as they embark on a gruesome killing spree, leaving a trail of blood and death in their wake.

Character Info:  Hiker Guy joins his lover on a hike and things don't end well. *Role requires FX Makeup - Please note any allergies when applying. Must be available October 21st & 22nd.  

Misc. Info: This is a micro-short film that will be produced over 2 days, October 21st & 22nd in Northern Illinois.  This project is unique in modern media, as it will be a black and white gothic noir style film with plans to shoot on a real 60mm film camera.  This short film is a no-budget project being produced on donated time and talent, with the finished work being submitted to film festivals and will also be released on YouTube.  We will be providing craft services, credit and digital download of the film following premiere.

"Hiker Girl" - 22 to 34 Female - Supporting

Film: The Lovers Massacre
Director: Willy Adkins
Type: Horror, Romance, Silent Film, Noir, Gothic
Status: Non-Union / Credit / Copy / Craft
Production Date(s): October 21st & 22nd, 2023
Production Location(s): Barrington, IL Area

TO SUBMIT: Email: willy@breakingfate.com with headshot and resume (if available). We love reels if you have them.  A live video audition via Google Meet will be requested, if we feel you look the part.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the email subject line put: CASTING CALL: HIKER GIRL

Synopsis: The Lovers Massacre is a chilling gothic horror-romance that follows the macabre love story of two twisted souls, Draven and Lilith, as they embark on a gruesome killing spree, leaving a trail of blood and death in their wake.

Character Info:  Hiker Girl joins her lover on a hike and things don't end well. *Role requires FX Makeup - Please note any allergies when applying. Must be available October 21st & 22nd.

Misc. Info: This is a micro-short film that will be produced over 2 days, October 21st & 22nd in Northern Illinois.  This project is unique in modern media, as it will be a black and white gothic noir style film with plans to shoot on a real 60mm film camera.  This short film is a no-budget project being produced on donated time and talent, with the finished work being submitted to film festivals and will also be released on YouTube.  We will be providing craft services, credit and digital download of the film following premiere.

"Bench Man" - 22 to 34 Male - Supporting

Film: The Lovers Massacre
Director: Willy Adkins
Type: Horror, Romance, Silent Film, Noir, Gothic
Status: Non-Union / Credit / Copy / Craft
Production Date(s): October 21st & 22nd, 2023
Production Location(s): Barrington, IL Area

TO SUBMIT: Email: willy@breakingfate.com with headshot and resume (if available). We love reels if you have them.  A live video audition via Google Meet will be requested, if we feel you look the part.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the email subject line put: CASTING CALL: BENCH MAN

Synopsis: The Lovers Massacre is a chilling gothic horror-romance that follows the macabre love story of two twisted souls, Draven and Lilith, as they embark on a gruesome killing spree, leaving a trail of blood and death in their wake.

Character Info:  Bench Man joins his lover at the park and things don't end well. *Role requires FX Makeup - Please note any allergies when applying. Must be available October 21st & 22nd.

Misc. Info: This is a micro-short film that will be produced over 2 days, October 21st & 22nd in Northern Illinois.  This project is unique in modern media, as it will be a black and white gothic noir style film with plans to shoot on a real 60mm film camera.  This short film is a no-budget project being produced on donated time and talent, with the finished work being submitted to film festivals and will also be released on YouTube.  We will be providing craft services, credit and digital download of the film following premiere.

"Bench Woman" - 22 to 34 Female - Supporting

Film: The Lovers Massacre
Director: Willy Adkins
Type: Horror, Romance, Silent Film, Noir, Gothic
Status: Non-Union / Credit / Copy / Craft
Production Date(s): October 21st & 22nd, 2023
Production Location(s): Barrington, IL Area

TO SUBMIT: Email: willy@breakingfate.com with headshot and resume (if available). We love reels if you have them.  A live video audition via Google Meet will be requested, if we feel you look the part.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the email subject line put: CASTING CALL: BENCH WOMAN

Synopsis: The Lovers Massacre is a chilling gothic horror-romance that follows the macabre love story of two twisted souls, Draven and Lilith, as they embark on a gruesome killing spree, leaving a trail of blood and death in their wake.

Character Info:  Bench Woman joins her lover at the park and things don't end well. *Role requires FX Makeup - Please note any allergies when applying. Must be available October 21st & 22nd.

Misc. Info: This is a micro-short film that will be produced over 2 days, October 21st & 22nd in Northern Illinois.  This project is unique in modern media, as it will be a black and white gothic noir style film with plans to shoot on a real 60mm film camera.  This short film is a no-budget project being produced on donated time and talent, with the finished work being submitted to film festivals and will also be released on YouTube.  We will be providing craft services, credit and digital download of the film following premiere.

"Groom" - 22 to 34 Male - Supporting

Film: The Lovers Massacre
Director: Willy Adkins
Type: Horror, Romance, Silent Film, Noir, Gothic
Status: Non-Union / Credit / Copy / Craft
Production Date(s): October 22nd, 2023
Production Location(s): Barrington, IL Area

TO SUBMIT: Email: willy@breakingfate.com with headshot and resume (if available). We love reels if you have them.  A live video audition via Google Meet will be requested, if we feel you look the part.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the email subject line put: CASTING CALL: GROOM

Synopsis: The Lovers Massacre is a chilling gothic horror-romance that follows the macabre love story of two twisted souls, Draven and Lilith, as they embark on a gruesome killing spree, leaving a trail of blood and death in their wake.

Character Info:  Groom is getting ready for his wedding day and things don't end well. *Role requires FX Makeup - Please note any allergies when applying. Must be available October 22nd.

Misc. Info: This is a micro-short film that will be produced over 2 days, October 21st & 22nd in Northern Illinois.  This project is unique in modern media, as it will be a black and white gothic noir style film with plans to shoot on a real 60mm film camera.  This short film is a no-budget project being produced on donated time and talent, with the finished work being submitted to film festivals and will also be released on YouTube.  We will be providing craft services, credit and digital download of the film following premiere.

"Bride" - 22 to 34 Female - Supporting

Film: The Lovers Massacre
Director: Willy Adkins
Type: Horror, Romance, Silent Film, Noir, Gothic
Status: Non-Union / Credit / Copy / Craft
Production Date(s): October 22nd, 2023
Production Location(s): Barrington, IL Area

TO SUBMIT: Email: willy@breakingfate.com with headshot and resume (if available). We love reels if you have them.  A live video audition via Google Meet will be requested, if we feel you look the part.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the email subject line put: CASTING CALL: BRIDE

Synopsis: The Lovers Massacre is a chilling gothic horror-romance that follows the macabre love story of two twisted souls, Draven and Lilith, as they embark on a gruesome killing spree, leaving a trail of blood and death in their wake.

Character Info:  Bride is getting ready for her wedding day and things don't end well. *Role requires FX Makeup - Please note any allergies when applying. Must be available October 22nd.

Misc. Info: This is a micro-short film that will be produced over 2 days, October 21st & 22nd in Northern Illinois.  This project is unique in modern media, as it will be a black and white gothic noir style film with plans to shoot on a real 60mm film camera.  This short film is a no-budget project being produced on donated time and talent, with the finished work being submitted to film festivals and will also be released on YouTube.  We will be providing craft services, credit and digital download of the film following premiere.