Casting Call for \"The Space Left Behind\" Short

Storyline: After her partner abruptly leaves, Julia wakes to the unsettling emptiness of their shared home. As she moves through its rooms, memories and sensations surface, revealing the private doubts he concealed beneath his accusations. Guided by intuition, Julia begins to recognize the strength she has always possessed. What first felt like an oppressive absence becomes a space of her own—one she can inhabit fully, on her own terms.

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Psychological short centered on a woman's inner life and independence, with an experimental visual approach. Intended for film festival submission. Currently in pre-production, with shoot dates and production details being finalized.

Shoot Dates: January 23-24 & 30-31, 2027

Rate of Pay: $300/day for 4 shoot days = $1,200, plus a $12/day wardrobe allowance, bringing the total to $1,248

Location: Los Angeles, CA