Synopsis
Young James Sheridan’s stunted,
meaningless life gets blown apart by The Veil, a shadow agency that abducts his
crippled mother. On the run from Webb, The Veil’s operative, James pursues a
corrupt politician tied to the agency for answers, and finds a much deeper
connection between The Veil and himself.
Mark of the Veil will be a
100 minute film. The first in a series, Mark of the Veil is the
introduction to a young man named James, whose meager beginnings mask the
unimaginable destiny before him.
Mark of the Veil and the
films that will follow are the final realization of a story that the Director
began to develop in his adolescent years. Starting as a futuristic science
fiction, it has morphed over the years through various forms and genres (with
most of the original characters surviving each revision) into the “near future”
saga it is now.
The aim is to create three to four films
that explore the nature of the End Times and challenge everyone’s perceptions of
who God pursues. Above all else, however, the heart is to tell a story that is
true to itself, that does not simply preach an ideology but rather focuses on
the journeys of its characters.
The following is a list of the main,
supporting, and minor/bit part characters. If you are interested in auditioning,
see the bottom of the page for instructions.
CAST
MAIN
CHARACTERS
JAMES
The protagonist, James is a
young man, just turning 21, who is unsatisfied with his life as his mother’s
caretaker and uncertain that she truly loves him.
KYLIE
Woman in her early 30′s, fiery,
of African descent. A political activist and humanitarian.
HARPER
(already cast)
James’
cousin; a fighter, a friend, and a former agent of The Veil.
WEBB
(already cast)
One of The
Veil’s chief field agents; a twisted, evil man with an intimidating and
calculating presence.
SUPPORTING CHARACTERS
EZRA
Kylie’s brother, mid 30′s,
mellow, cautious – the protective older brother. A web techie. Of African
descent.
AVELYN
James’ mother, age range 40-50.
Though appearing to be crippled, she’s actually in good physical condition, with
formidable hand to hand combat skills.
BREE
Ezra’s on-again-off-again
girlfriend. Kylie might be fiery, but this girl’s plain crazy. Early 30′s.
Athletic. Of Asian descent.
GWEN ANDERS
Very attractive,
charismatic and ambitious third party gubernatorial candidate with a sharp
temper and in league with The Veil because of who she seduced. Late 30′s. Webb
can’t wait to kill her.
MINOR CHARACTERS/BIT
PARTS
HOMELESS MAN
A mysterious shell of a
man, with a hidden past. Whatever brains he’s got left are thoroughly scrambled.
He sure loves Jesus, though. Late 50′s.
TALIA
A mercenary and former operative
for ‘The Veil’. Dark hair. Deadly, stunning, bold. Mid 30′s.
BIG GUY
Literally a “big guy”, he is
Harper’s closest ally and right hand man. Looks like he could bench press a
tank. Heck, he IS a tank. Mid 30′s.
LEONARD
A medic for Harper’s crew. Not
gonna lie, this character is unashamedly modeled (and named) after Dr. McCoy
from Star Trek. 40-50. However, this doctor will kill.
INTEL GIRL
Another of Harper’s crew,
if intel is out there, this girl has it. Early 20′s, athletic, but pale — not
enough sun.
TECHIE
Intel Girl’s male counterpart,
Techie also does not see the sun very often. Late 20′s. Capable with a
gun.
EMCEE
A former governor with an
electric presence who welcomes Gwen Anders to the stage with a flattering
introduction at a fundraiser banquet. Late 60′s.
ALPHA LEADER
A young hotshot in his
20′s, this overachiever hopes to rise the ranks of Webb’s officers quickly and
become a field agent for The Veil.
SECURITY CHIEF
A nervous man in his
30′s, he has failed Webb before, and could lose more than his job if he fails
him again.
MERCENARY
An expert in stealth, this
operative is the best in the business. Quick on the draw. Athletic, lean. Late
20′s. Don’t mess with this guy.
JANITOR
This fellow is tasked with
keeping Gwen Anders’ campaign office clean as a whistle. He’s a bit of a snoop,
and knows of some of her indiscretions. Not interested in blackmail, just thinks
it’s funny. Mid 30′s.
CASHIER
Out in the middle of nowhere,
this fun-loving, easy-going country gas station cashier is kind of clueless. He
is most likely a pothead. 20′s-30′s.
HOSPITAL MANAGER
An upstanding member
of society, interviewed by Kylie in one of her webcasts. 40′s-60′s.
OLD GENERAL
Webb’s direct boss, and
only friend within The Veil. 60′s, male.
POLITICIAN 1
Webb’s number one enemy,
this guy is the reason Gwen Anders is where she is. Easily played by a pretty
face. 50′s.
POLITICIAN 2
Every tooth is white,
every smile a mask. He’s towards the top of the food chain within The Veil.
50′s.
GROCERY STORE MANAGER
When Homeless
Man comes panhandling and preaching, this guy has the task of getting rid of
him. It’s the third time this week…
POP SCIENTIST
Guy on tv, has no idea
that what he’s talking about is real — he’s just trying to make a quick buck
with his latest book.
SENILE TALK SHOW HOST
Old guy on tv,
interviewing the Pop Scientist. Having a hard time staying awake.
CRAZY PREACHER
Crazy guy on tv,
convinced the world is ending in six months.
NARRATOR
The voice of a national
newscaster while a story plays on the tv.
LOCAL NEWS ANCHOR
The face of a local
newscaster, just giving the news.
AUDITIONING
INSTRUCTIONS
If you are interested in giving an
audition a whirl, email markoftheveil@gmail.com. Please include a headshot in your e-mail, as well as a
brief description of your acting experience. If there is a particular character
that intrigues you, let me know, and I will include that character’s scene in
the reading along with any others that I think might fit you.
Once you have e-mailed me, we will set up
a time to connect, and I will send you a .pdf of your scene(s) (no longer than
one page each, no more than three total) to prepare with ahead of time for the
audition. Showing up familiar with your scene(s) is highly
encouraged.
The auditioning process will be in front
of the camera, and will first involve a two minute interview to capture your
natural screen presence and personality. Then, we will proceed to the scene(s)
selected for you.
From there, a casting committee will give
me input and feedback on the various audition clips; I will then make the final
call on each role.
Early auditions start next week and are
by appointment only.If you’re interested, email markoftheveil@gmail.com
LET CRAZE AGENCY KNOW IF THEY ARE
INTERESTED IN YOU!!
Thanks,
Craze Agency
