Now Casting: Feature Film in Philadelphia

Sep 2, 2025
3 min read

Updated: Mar 16

Title of Project: Circle of Grace

Her past was written in pain - but redemption is rewriting her ending.

Type of Production: Feature Film

Filming Location(s): Philadelphia, PA

Production Schedule: Filming October 2025

Rate of Pay / Compensation:Scale +10

PHILA, PA Local Hires ONLY
Union Status / Contract — SAG-AFTRA

Synopsis:

When a late-night fight with her sister ends in tragedy, 24-year-old Glory Walker’s life implodes. Facing a murder charge and the loss of her young daughter, she’s given one last chance—complete the Redemption Path rehabilitation program instead of going straight to prison. Among a circle of damaged young people, Glory meets Eric, a streetwise graffiti artist tangled in dangerous debts; Drew, a wheelchair-bound teen crippled by guilt over a deadly accident; and Freddie, an artistic loner haunted by years of abuse from her stepfather. Guided by compassionate but imperfect counselors, the group confronts painful pasts, tentative friendships, and threats from the outside world. When Freddie’s abuser tracks her down, Glory steps in to protect her, risking her own freedom. In helping others heal, Glory begins to forgive herself, proving that even the most broken lives can find a second chance.

Now Casting Feature Film in Philadelphia

Self-Tape Instructions:

* Please submit 2 takes of each scene (sides provided).

* Record your slate as a separate video file and clearly label it “Slate.”

* Label each self-tape clearly: First_Last Name_Scene#_Take # (Example: Jordan_Smith_Scn1_Tk2).

* Please slate: First, Last Name, City, State that you live in, (If you do not have representation please say, "No Rep" if so name reps)

Open Supporting Roles:

Eric 17-19/ Male/ Black, Mixed Ethnicity

A creative and introspective young man with a graffiti artist’s soul. He struggles with guilt and grief but finds healing through art and community. Quiet but emotionally complex..

Drew 17-19/ Male/ White

One of the students at the Redemption Path Center. Drew carries trauma from a past accident. Intelligent, kind, but emotionally burdened and searching for forgiveness.

Freddie 17-19/ Female/ Latina, Black, Mixed Ethnicity

A reserved, artistic girl with a difficult past. Often seen sketching or drawing. She has a history of abuse and trauma, making her emotionally guarded but strong in spirit.

Faith 3 to 5/ Female / Black

A sweet, innocent young girl who serves as a major emotional anchor for Glory. Though she has limited dialogue, she represents hope and purpose.

Marcus Russell 40s - 50s / Male/ Black

Formerly incarcerated, he now works at the Redemption Path Center. Wise, observant, and quietly heroic. He becomes a protector and mentor figure, especially to students like Freddie. Has a complicated emotional connection with Counselor Brooks.

Alice Sullivan 40s - 55/ Female / White

Drew's mother. She carries deep emotional scars from a tragic car accident that involved her son and resulted in the loss of several lives.

Teresa 24+/ Female / Latina

Faith’s caretaker and a support figure in Glory’s life. Present during important emotional moments, especially court and program graduations.

Richard 40s - 55/ Male/ Black

Abusive black male, cold demeanor, he thinks he's still living in the 70s. The antagonist. A predatory figure from Freddie’s past who attempts to reassert control over her. Eventually stopped and arrested, symbolizing justice and closure.