Casting Call: EXTRAS Needed for “The Silent Crisis” – Inspired by a True Story (Paid – Deferred) We are currently casting extras (teens & adults) for select scenes in the upcoming independent short film “The Silent Crisis,” a gripping drama inspired by true events. The film explores the emotional toll and systemic disparities in urgency… Read more »
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Newport News – Production Assistant needed for short film – April 26th-May 1st – Paid
We are seeking a dedicated Production Assistant for the upcoming independent short film “The Silent Crisis,” a powerful and socially-driven story that highlights the disparity in urgency and media coverage when Black children go missing in America. The film is scheduled to shoot April 26 – May 1, 2025 in Newport News, VA. PA Responsibilities… Read more »
Richmond – Casting Call for Commercial – April 5th & 6th – Paid
Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 2 Local to RVA Actors for a FWNS + VCU Brandcenter Spec Commercial Spot shooting in RVA on April 5th & 6th, 2025 U-Haul TV60 Non-Union Spec Production Company: FWNS Executive Producer: Micah Gendron (https://www.micahg.tv/) Creative Director: Tom Scharpf Directors: Micah Gendron & Devin Whetstone (https://whetstonecinema.com/) Producer: Micah Gendron Casting… Read more »
Fredericksburg – Nova Motion Picture Co-op screening event – March 23rd – Free
Hello all! Sorry to leave this reminder so late, but it was up in the air whether or not this was going to happen this month. We will however be going ahead with our monthly screening get-together this Sunday, March 23rd at 7:00 PM. Once again it will be at the Allstate Community Theater: Allstate… Read more »
Richmond/Fredericksburg – Casting call for short film – May 2025 – Paid
The Northern Virginia Motion Picture Co-Op is casting a short film, “Custody” which will be shot in Virginia sometime in May. This will be a 2-day shoot paying $100-$150/day depending on the role and time commitment. The Co-Op is a non-profit arts collective based in Fredericksburg. Please send your headshot and resume to info@novamotionpictures.com with “Custody”… Read more »
Statewide – Virginia Student Film Festival Submissions Deadline – March 23 – $5
CALLING ALL STUDENT FILMMAKERS! The Virginia Student Film Festival aims to establish a prestigious annual event celebrating the creativity, talent, and dedication of student filmmakers across the nation. Taking place on April 6th, 2025, at the historic Paramount Theater in Charlottesville, the festival will provide a platform to showcase over 15 short films, each under… Read more »
Richmond – James River Film Festival – March 19-23 – Free/Fee
The James River Film Festival is March 19-23, 2025, at venues throughout Richmond, Virginia. The celebrated festival, in its 31st year, is put on by The James River Film Society (JRFS), a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to the art of film and film as art. This year’s festival line-up includes notable projects and guests, including a… Read more »
DMV Filmmakers – Open Road Film Festival – May 10th-12th – Tickets
Submission deadline approaching for the Open Road Film Festival. Regular Deadline March 30 and Late Deadline April 19. ABOUT THE FESTIVAL Open Road Film Festival in collaboration with Valley Place Arts Collaborative is in its third year celebrating the art of the short (under 20 minutes) in general and local DMV filmmakers in particular with… Read more »
RICHMOND – Phenomena of Emotions Showing – MARCH 22nd – FREE
Grace Street Theater is hosting a FREE showing of the upcoming film, Phenomena of Emotions directed by Jacob Simmons on March 22nd, 2025! Phenomena of Emotions is a documentary that delves into the intricate relationship between emotions and visual storytelling in film. Emotions serve as a driving force in nearly every aspect of our lives,… Read more »
Charlottesville – Casting call for short film – 5/30-6/1 – Paid
FRENCHY WATERS is seeking THREE actors local to central Virginia for a non-union short film. Filming is expected to take place May 30 through June 1, 2024, in Charlottesville, Virginia. TAKE MY HAND LOGLINE: Serial killer seeking a cure for loneliness develops a special relationship with the severed hand of one of his victims, only… Read more »