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The Boy Who Cried-San Francisco, CA-Reno, NV - Casting ID # 1163311
Project Type Feature Film Submission Type Self Response
Market Reno, NV Union Non-union
Location San Francisco, CA 94101 Release Date 03-19-12
Rate/Pay n/a Submission deadline 04-19-12
Audition Date n/a Casting Category Feature Film - Short Film
The Boy Who Cried

SYNOPSIS
In a small town up north, young Tyler and his mother are grieving over the loss of the father in the family. Tyler, a boy in elementary school, hasn't been handling the loss very well and has been consistently getting in trouble for lying. Eventually Tyler will realize that lying leads down a dangerous path as this reenactment of the boy who cries wolf unfolds.
Role # 1 Tyler Monroe
Seeking 1 talent(s) for this role

Tyler Monroe: Co-Star / Male / Caucasian / 7 - 12 years
Description- Tyler is a young boy living with his mother who is grieving over the recent loss of his father. He handles his pain by compulsively lying, which constantly gets him into trouble. He is a child who is loud, energetic, cunning, imaginative, and full of stories to tell.



Searchable talent specs :

Gender: Male
Age: from 7 to 12
Ethnicity: Caucasian -
Role # 2 Francine Monroe
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Francine Monroe: Co-Star / Female / Caucasian / 30 - 45 years
Description- Francine is raising a boy by herself and trying to get over the loss of her husband. She is a very busy woman, as she serves double shifts at a local diner to support her family. Her son has been getting in a lot of trouble for lying and this stresses her out as she tries to deal with all these mounting issues. Francine is strong, comforting, loving, tired, and fearful.



Searchable talent specs :

Gender: Female
Age: from 30 to 45
Ethnicity: Caucasian -
Role # 3 Mrs. Craimer
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Mrs. Craimer: Supporting / Female / All Ethnicities / 45 - 65 years
Description- Mrs. Craimer is an elementary school teacher in a small town. She is having trouble handling a trouble maker in class who is constantly lying to her. She often has to punish him and set up meetings with his mother. She is stern, wise, understanding, and professional.



Searchable talent specs :

Gender: Female
Age: from 45 to 65
Role # 4 Stan Cranston
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Stan Cranston: Supporting / Male / All Ethnicities / 45 - 75 years
Description- Stan is a small town pawn shop owner who has lived and supported his community his whole life. His small role in the film happens when he encounters a young boy who enters his store trying to sell him a trophy that he stole. He is wise, proud, understanding, and honest.



Searchable talent specs :

Gender: Male
Age: from 45 to 75
Role # 5 Klyde
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Klyde: Supporting / Male / All Ethnicities / 7 - 12 years
Description- Klyde lives with his family in a small town. He is good friends with Tyler, who is a boy he goes to school with. Tyler is always getting into trouble and Klyde wants to help him. He is young, mature for his age, and friendly.



Searchable talent specs :

Gender: Male
Age: from 7 to 12
Role # 6 James
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James:Supporting / Male / All Ethnicities / 7 - 12 years
Description- James lives with his family in a small town. He goes to school and is friends with Tyler, who constantly gets into trouble. This behavior annoys James. He is young, impatient, and smart for his age.



Searchable talent specs :

Gender: Male
Age: from 7 to 12
Role # 7 Louis
Seeking 1 talent(s) for this role

Louis: Supporting / Male / All Ethnicities / 7 - 12 years
Description- Louis is a young boy who lives with his family in a small town. He is a quiet child who spends most of his time with his friends. He is a friend with Tyler, who lies constantly. Louis just ignores this behavior. He is young, quiet, and crafty.

Searchable talent specs :

Gender: Male
Age: from 7 to 12