CASTING: Cast and Crew

Casting is now open for the feature film, IN WITNESS PROTECTION.

A psychological thriller noir, In Witness Protection will be blending elements, theme and style from classic film noir and modern filmmaking camera and editing techniques. Combined with a unique soundtrack blending jazz and Fincher-esque madness, In Witness Protection is the most ambitious film coming out of Texas in decades. It will be entered into all major film festivals to attract indie studios such as A24 and Neon.

In Witness Protection will be shot in and around Houston, TX, predominately utilizing the exceptional talent in the Lone Star State. A non-union production, filming will be approximately 30-45 days, lodging and catered meals provided for crew and most cast.

Pitch Deck

Submit your bio, headshot, resume to:
BRANDON VEGA
Writer-Director, Producer
brandon@branvega.com

CAST

With priority put on matching the specific character, casting will be open for all who fit the specs regardless of experience. All listed characters will be paid + IMDb credit. Most actors will be provided lodging and at least one meal a day.

- Curtis (M, 20-35) Speaking role, redneck

- Billy Ray (M, 20-35) Speaking role, redneck

- Good Ole Boys (M, 20-35) Speaking role, three needed, rednecks

- Joe the Bartender (M or F, 20-35) Speaking role

- Larry (M, 45-55) Speaking role, redneck

- Jason (M, 20-35) Speaking role, redneck

- News Anchor (F, 25-40) Speaking role

- Reporter (M or F, 25-40) Speaking role

- Van Erickson Family: Danny (M, 35-45), Christina (F, 35-45), Mikey (M, 8-10), Kevin (8-10)

- Judge (M, 45-65)

- Don Jimmy Iago (M, 65+) Mafia Don

- Iago Family Members (M, 25-65+) Four needed, Italian Mobsters

- Convenient Store Owner (M, 45-65+), New York small businessman

- EXTRAS: M and F needed of all ages, shapes and sizes to play New York jurors/court attendees and rural, Texas townspeople to be at diner, on main street, in church, at local tavern. And to terrorize the main character.

CREW

Experience on feature films a must! All crew will be paid + IMDb credit.

PRODUCTION DESIGNER

Experience required. Familiarity (and/or affinity) with Film Noir a plus.

LINE PRODUCER

Experience required. If able to also do Unit Production Manager responsibilities then fee would increase.

ALSO HIRING:

- Casting Agent: Primarily for Extras

- Wardrobe Manager

- Make-Up Artist (if able to do Hair, then pay will increase)

- Hair Stylist

- SFX Artist

- BTS and Still Photographer: Must be able to do both jobs. Fee will be adjusted accordingly. Quality over quantity of shots!

- Spider Wrangler: Must have own non-venomous tarantula and experience.

- Titles/Credits Designer

PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS

There will be one LEAD PA and 3 PA's. Experience on film set preferred.