Priyanath – Short Film
Location: Dallas, Texas
Type: Film
Production Title: Priyanath
Union / Non-Union: Non-Union
Production Type: Short Film
Project Length: 7 minutes
Project Format: HD Video
Production Company: Shaken World Screenworks
Director: Anietie “Ollie Love” Antia-Obong
Producer: S. Wesson, M. Stewart
Synopsis:
Outfitted with cape, mask and courage, six year-old Priyanath imagines himself to be a superhero taking down imaginary villains with his extraordinary powers. Fighting pretend bad guys is easy. But when he learns of a real danger near his home, Priyanath must decide if he’s actually got what it takes to be a real life super hero. And one ominous night will determine his fate. Will young Priyanath be a hero or fall victim to the danger around him?
The short film Priyanath is a story about courage and fearlessness and is inspired by true events. The character Priyanath is based on Priyanath Karar who was born in Serampore, India in 1855. After entering the monastic Swami Order, he became the great Swami Sri Yukteswar, guru of Paramahansa Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi.
Character Breakdown:
Priyanath – our hero, a six year-old boy of Indian descent who is smart, curious and imaginative. He has a love of adventure and a streak of mischievousness.
Kadambini – Priyanath’s doting mother, 30ish, Indian. She is lively, fun, a dedicated wife and mother and just as imaginative and creative as her young son.
Siva – Priyanath’s father, early 30s, Indian, a caring family man
Audition Dates: Friday, November 15th and Saturday, November 16th by appointment
Audition Location: Dallas
Tentative Shoot Dates: November 30th, December 1st
Paid / Non-Paid: Some compensation
Other Compensation: Credit, DVD Copy, Meals
Email: casting@shakenworld.com
Submission Info: Please email your headshot, resume, link to your online reel and contact information to casting@shakenworld.com.
Payment: Paid
City or Location of call: Dallas, Texas
Please submit to: casting@shakenworld.com by 2013-11-15
This casting notice was posted by: Shaken World Screenworks
