The upcoming independent short student film Babyface, produced by students at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, is now casting supporting roles. Set in the intense world of high school wrestling, the film explores themes of body image and mental health. The team is seeking dedicated actors to submit self-tape auditions by June 27, 2025.
Casting Notice:
Supporting Roles in Independent Short Film Babyface
The production team behind Babyface, a student short film from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, is currently casting for supporting characters. This compelling drama follows a high school wrestler who confronts the harsh realities of an extreme body image disorder while facing a dangerous weight cut.
Auditions will be accepted via self-tape, and character breakdowns are available upon request.
Details:
Production Title: Babyface
Production Type: Independent Student Film
Union Status: Non-Union
Compensation: Unpaid
Filming Locations: Charlotte & Winston-Salem, NC
Filming Dates: August 23–25 and August 29–31, 2025
Director: Shawn Deninger
Producer: Sofia Vargas
Production Company: University of North Carolina School of the Arts – School of Filmmaking
Submission Instructions:
Interested actors should email babyfaceshortfilmcasting@gmail.com with their name and headshot to receive self-tape instructions and character breakdowns.
Deadline to express interest: June 27, 2025