The 19th annual Alexandria Film Festival will take place November 6-9, 2025. Tickets, Film Guides and more can be found by visiting this link. The Alexandria Film Festival, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, brings high-quality short and feature-length films, documentaries, filmmaker panels, and arts presentations to the port city of Alexandria, Virginia and beyond. The festival… Read more »

The Cashier SAG Modified Low Budget Feature Daphne Maxwell Reid (GLENDA), is attached. Producers: Stephen Israel, James Spies & Andy Edmunds Director: Andy Edmunds Screenwriter: Andy Edmunds Casting Director: Anne N. Chapman Casting Associate: Carly Hough Casting Assistant: Ella Saba Audition Date: First round via self-taped auditions CB: TBD Shoot Dates: 11/24-12/19/2025 Shoot Location: Richmond,… Read more »

The Virginia Film Office announced the three winners of the 2025 Virginia Screenwriting Competition. The annual event, founded in 1989, was created by the Virginia Film Office to celebrate the accomplishments of Virginia writers, as well as to promote the future of filmmaking in Virginia.  It provides screenwriters with a forum for their work and an… Read more »

We are looking for two additional crew members on set for our production. We are on a very tight budget, but lodging (shoot site) and food will be provided. We intend to submit widely to festivals that fit the scope of the project. Logline: a journalist seeks a cure from a couple of doctors, but… Read more »

Casting Call for student project.  Volunteer and unpaid roles; great for experience and portfolio building. No experience requirements. Looking for Girls (7-16), Boys(8-20) , Men (25-50), Women (25-40), Elderly (F/M). Shooting will take place in Annandale, VA. If interested, please contact [email protected] Website: Home | Positive Phototaxis   ***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated… Read more »

CASTING CALL – SHORT FILM (INDEPENDENT) PRINCIPAL ROLES Lead (Adult Female): Late 20s to mid-30s. A caring, intuitive presence. Strong emotional range required. (middle eastern) Lead (Child Female): Age 7–9. Quietly observant, emotionally expressive without words. Prior on-camera experience preferred. SUPPORTING ADULT ROLES Parent (Male): Late 30s–early 40s Parent (Female): Late 30s–early 40s Teacher or… Read more »

About the Project DMS Studios is now assembling a dynamic production crew for the feature film adaptation of Spiritual Wickedness in High Places, a supernatural gospel comedy exploring faith, humor, and spiritual transformation through bold storytelling and unforgettable characters. Following the success of the original stage production, the film reunites the entire original cast, blending… Read more »

CASTING CALL – Promotional Film at Reston Town Center We are seeking actors and actresses for a one-day film shoot taking place at Reston Town Center on Monday, November 3rd. This promotional video will highlight life at Reston Town Center, following people as they live, work, and play throughout the area. Details: Date: Monday, November… Read more »

Join us for our first annual “Echoes in the Dark” Short Film Showcase—highlighting short films directed by Black filmmakers in the horror/thriller/science-fiction genre(s)! Trick-or-Treat yourself to films by directors Tom White, Ashley Broadway, Wesley Smith, Caitlin Whitaker, and Ashley Dean on Saturday, October 25th at The Byrd Theatre, Richmond, VA. Doors open at 12:30 PM.… Read more »

The Richmond Film Network Indie Fest returns to The Park RVA (1407 Cummings Drive) on Saturday, November 15 for Season Two, Episode Four–marking its fourth and final festival planned for this year. This installment features 18 powerful short films, including 7 Virginia films, 6 national, and 5 international. Ten filmmakers are *scheduled to appear and participate in… Read more »

THE RICHMOND 48 HOUR HORROR FILM PROJECT SCARES THIS SUNDAY! This past weekend, 37 fearless filmmaking teams took on the ultimate creative challenge: to write, shoot, and edit a short horror film in just 48 hours. Armed only with a genre, a character, a prop, and a line of dialogue revealed just moments before the clock started… Read more »

Part 2 of this acclaimed master class offers a deep dive into the art and execution of professional directing, spanning narrative filmmaking, music videos, and commercials. Led by Emmy-winning director Jesse Vaughan, this advanced-level course is designed for filmmakers ready to refine their voice, lead larger productions, and step confidently into long-form storytelling. Whether you’re… Read more »

FREE TRAINING ALERT for Filmmakers & Storytellers! If you’ve ever asked yourself: “Is my story marketable?” “How do I actually get funding?” Then don’t miss these two powerful, no-cost sessions: Write to Market: How to Align Your Story with Your Target Audience 10/20/2025 (Mon.) Register Here: https://my.weezevent.com/write-to-market-how-to-align-your-story-with-your-target-audience   Unlock Funding for Your Film: Prove Traction… Read more »

AN INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC VIDEO FAN COVER FOR THE SONG ELEVEN ELEVEN BY CONAN GRAY. Filming Dates: December 7, 2025 to December 20, 2025. Note: This is a low-budget student production, therefore is unpaid. SYNOPSIS: An unexpected romance blossoms when two college students, Aviva and Amaya, meet by chance in an elevator. What begins as a… Read more »

Light House Studio is excited to present the 21st Adrenaline Film Project!  The deadline for submissions is today!  October 14th, 2025. The Adrenaline Film Project is a 72-hour filmmaking competition in which teams compete for cash prizes by writing, shooting, editing, and screening their own 3-5 minute films with guidance from mentors from across the… Read more »

Submissions for the 32nd Annual James River Short Film Showcase are now open. We implore you to share your work with the world! 20mins Max, all genres accepted, $3000 in total prizes! Check out the details and submit your film via our FilmFreeway Page   James River Short Film Showcase is a mini-festival devoted to… Read more »

Actor Insiders Group – October Meeting How to Produce your First Independent Film and Star in it! Hosted by Final Act Drama When:  October 23, 2025 7pm EST Where: On-line over Zoom Register here: https://finalactdrama.com/actors-insiders-group/ We’re excited to welcome Producer and Veteran Actor Josh Murray as our guest speaker! Josh has successfully produced and starred in multiple… Read more »

Seeking several prop cars for a docuseries shoot in the Fredericksburg area. 10/26 – 10/28 – PAID Here is the list of vehicles needed: 1974 Red Volkswagen Super Beetle 1992 Green 4-Door Ford Taurus 1993 White Mercury Tracer Late 1980s – early 90s Black Nissan Pick Up Truck w/ chrome on the bumpers and wheels… Read more »

🎬 Mark your calendars — the Washington West Film Festival is coming to Reston, VA from October 9–13, 2025! Founded in 2011 by Brad Russell, WWFF brings together film and philanthropy, donating 100% of box office proceeds to support communities. Over five days, enjoy a lineup of narrative and documentary films — shorts, features, premieres,… Read more »

It’s almost time for one of Virginia’s most anticipated cinematic events: the Middleburg Film Festival! 🎬 October 16–19, 2025 Set against the picturesque backdrop of Virginia wine country, the Middleburg Film Festival offers a carefully curated selection of narrative and documentary films — many of which go on to become major award-season contenders. In addition… Read more »

You’re invited to meet & mingle & network at The Women in Film & Video RVA Happy Hour this Thu Oct 9th, 5-7 pm at VMFA’s Best Cafe on 1st floor, atrium entrance – BuyYOB All VA based filmmakers are welcome. Join WIFV today www.wifv.org/join WIFV’s RVA board members & hosts, Virginia Bertholet and Robin… Read more »

The Virginia Film Festival October 22nd – 26th Charlottesville, VA Tickets are now on sale! To see the full schedule and buy tickets, please visit: https://virginiafilmfestival.org/  

Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 5 Actors for a SAG NYU Grad Film Thesis 35mm short film shooting in Richmond, VA 11/5-11/9 $150-$300 TO BE VAGUELY ASIAN IN THE AMERICAN SOUTH NYU Grad Film Thesis Short Film SAG-AFTRA Student Film Agreement Producers: Charles Theobald & Tinbet Daniel Director: Kansas Ballesteros Screenwriter: Kansas Ballesteros Thesis Advisor:… Read more »

Music Video. Seeking (4) kids ages 10-13. Casting for two girls and two boys. It will be a coming of age story. Unique personalities, improv skills, acting experience or classes a huge plus. Storyline follows an adventure and explore themes like nostalgia and youth. Must be OK with getting dirty/ muddy. We will need a… Read more »