“Almost Trying” Casting Call for Boone

Casting Companion; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Casting Companion seeks a male actor in his mid-20s to mid-30s for the role of Boone in the independent feature film Almost Trying, filming in Sevier County, Tennessee. The role requires an authentic Southern/Appalachian accent, sharp comedic timing, and the ability to be funny and sympathetic in fast-moving scenes.

The actor will deliver dialogue with natural timing, build sincere romantic warmth, and work closely with the director and cast to maintain consistent character portrayal throughout

Qualifications

• Male actor, mid-20s to mid-30s.
• Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required.
• Strong comedic timing and character acting ability.
• Able to portray an earnest, romantic, impulsive, and sympathetic character.
• Comfortable delivering dialogue-driven comedy in heightened situations while keeping the performance grounded.
• Must be comfortable with material containing strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Portray Boone in the independent feature film Almost Trying.
• Deliver dialogue with natural comedic timing and an authentic Southern/Appalachian accent.
• Bring sincerity, romantic impulsiveness, and likability to the character.
• Perform confidently in fast-paced and increasingly chaotic comedic situations.
• Balance Boone's poor judgment and tendency to overshare with genuine emotional warmth.
• Build believable chemistry and relationships with other principal and supporting characters.
• Maintain consistent characterization, accent, and comedic timing throughout filming.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production crew.

Skills

Southern/Appalachian accent

Comedic timing

Character acting

Conversational / dialogue delivery

Job description

Male Actor for Boone Role in \"Almost Trying\" Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film Almost Trying is casting a male actor in his mid-20s to mid-30s to portray Boone, a supporting character in an upcoming production filming in Sevier County, Tennessee. This paid feature film role requires an authentic Southern or Appalachian accent, strong comedic instincts, and the ability to make an impulsive character both funny and sympathetic. Boone is the groom's best friend who has unexpectedly run away with the bride-while somehow staying on the phone with the groom during the escape. Earnest, romantic, and prone to saying far more than he should, Boone needs a performer who can handle fast-moving comedic situations while keeping his intentions sincere and emotionally believable.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Boone in the independent feature film Almost Trying.


• Deliver dialogue with natural comedic timing and an authentic Southern/Appalachian accent.


• Bring sincerity, romantic impulsiveness, and likability to the character.


• Perform confidently in fast-paced and increasingly chaotic comedic situations.


• Balance Boone's poor judgment and tendency to overshare with genuine emotional warmth.


• Build believable chemistry and relationships with other principal and supporting characters.


• Maintain consistent characterization, accent, and comedic timing throughout filming.


• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production crew.

Requirements

• Male actor, mid-20s to mid-30s.


• Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required.


• Strong comedic timing and character acting ability.


• Able to portray an earnest, romantic, impulsive, and sympathetic character.


• Comfortable delivering dialogue-driven comedy in heightened situations while keeping the performance grounded.


• Must be comfortable with material containing strong language and adult humor.


• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid feature film acting opportunity.


• Rate varies by role.