Casting a character-driven short film in the vein of A24-style emotional realism blending comedy and melancholy with character drama. The breakdown lists six principal characters with tones described as intimate, comedy, and melancholy.
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Adam
20-25
Male
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Quiet, Withdrawn, and emotionally isolated, Adam moves through his life with his headphones on, using music to shut out the world around him. Beneath his guarded exterior is someone deeply lonely and quietly longing for connection and change.
Outgoing, confident, and admired by her peers, Evelyn appears to have everything figured out on the surface. Beneath her social charm however, she quietly struggles with the pressure to fit others expectations, leaving her feeling disconnected from who she truly is.
Charismatic, Outgoing, and effortlessly social, Gary lives life at full volume. Though he spends most nights partying and chasing excitement, beneath his carefree personality he genuinely cares for Adam and treats him like family.
Popular, poised and quietly calculating, Alexis maintains a complicated friendship with Evelyn that often feels more competitive then supportive. Charming on the surface, her compliments carry an underlying edge that can feel more like a warning then kindness.
An energetic and socially chaotic comic book enthusiast who runs the art department with overwhelming passion. Beneath his eccentric personality is someone genuinely kind and deeply invested in the people around him.
Warm, energetic, and slightly scatterbrained, Aria brings lightness into tense situations. As Evelyn's close friend, she's observant and genuinely cares for people.