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Actors (m), 27-35, Italian spkrs, for lead role in a short film in Rome
Casting Overview
Project Title: Balbettare
Format: Student Short Film
LOGLINE: After his envious brother forces him into the spotlight during a family dinner, Enzo, bogged down by a severe stutter disability, must confront his crippling anxiety before his brother’s trap turns into total humiliation.
Shooting Dates: October 20th – October 21st, 2026
Location: Rome, Italy
Compensation: Paid ($100 / day) + Meals included.
Roles
[ENZO] — LEAD ROLE
Gender: Male
Playing age: Late 20s to mid 30s (character age: 34)
Playing age: Late 20s to mid 30s (character age: 34)
Language: must speak fluent Italian and some English.
Character Profile & Acting Requirements: Enzo is a sensitive, vulnerable, and deeply determined individual struggling with severe speech anxiety and a debilitating stutter. The character experiences intense physical tension—jaw locking, throat tightness, trembling hands—when under stress, contrasting with moments of internal resilience and small victories when supported.
To apply, please submit the following:
Current Headshot & Full-length Photo
Acting Reel / Portfolio
Self-Tape Requirement: Brief video introduction in Italian, plus a short reading/demonstration of physicalized tension/speech hesitation.
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