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Richmond – Casting Call for Indie project – June 1st – Paid

CASTING CALL – PAID ROLE – RATE INCREASE

Project: The 8 God: For the Love of Hip-Hop
Location: Richmond, VA
Shoot Date: June 21, 2025
Role: DJ Lean (Supporting Role)
Compensation: $300 (Deferred Payment)

About the Role:
DJ Lean is a streetwise, charismatic DJ known in the underground hip-hop scene. Outwardly confident and rugged, he secretly grapples with his attraction to both men and women. Though there’s no physical intimacy in the film, this inner conflict plays a pivotal role in his dynamic with other characters, especially the women around him.

We are looking for:

A masculine-presenting gay male or a straight male comfortable portraying a “DL” character
Strong screen presence, emotional range, and comfort handling layered subject matter
Age range: 20s to early 40s
Must be available on June 21st, 2025 in Richmond, VA
To Submit:
Please send a recent headshot, resume (if available), and a self-tape reading of the DJ Lean side to: [email protected]
Deadline: June 1, 2025

***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated with this project and it is up to the participants interested in this opportunity to vet the project and get more details directly from the filmmaker.***

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