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Role: Plaintiff — Amanda Davenport (Female, 35–45, Any Race)
Amanda Davenport is suing her son’s private tutor, Trevor Bennett, for $200—the replacement cost of a limited-edition Funko Pop figure that went missing while in Trevor’s possession. Amanda claims the collectible was taken during tutoring and never returned, and she wants accountability for the loss.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Amanda is a protective, assertive mother who doesn’t play when it comes to her child. She can be direct and demanding, especially when she believes an adult failed to safeguard something important. To Amanda, this isn’t “just a toy”—it’s a prized collectible that mattered deeply to her son, and losing it feels like disrespect and negligence. She’s determined to be heard and taken seriously.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with natural, grounded delivery

• Comfortable portraying firm, protective “mama bear” energy without going over-the-top

• Able to express frustration and moral certainty while staying believable

• Strong reactive listening and calm persistence under pushback

• Can clearly explain the item’s value and why accountability matters
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Job Description

A feature-length horror film is casting talent for multiple lead, supporting, featured, and background-featured roles in Buffalo. The production is seeking actors who can deliver strong emotional range—from fear and vulnerability to intensity and psychological tension—with several roles involving horror elements, unsettling atmosphere, and paranormal reactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with clear emotional beats (fear, suspense, distress, confrontation).

• Take direction from the director and adjust performance for multiple takes.

• For select roles, portray horror-specific physicality (e.g., unnatural movement, heightened reactions).

• Participate in atmospheric scenes requiring strong nonverbal acting.

• For applicable roles, safely perform light stunt/action as directed (with production guidance).

• Maintain professionalism on set and collaborate with cast/crew.

Requirements

• Must match one of the listed character breakdowns (age ranges/role types below).

• Strong availability for filming in the Buffalo area (details provided upon selection).

• Comfort with horror themes and emotionally intense scenes.

• Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian on set.

• Ability to provide submission materials (as requested by production): full name, phone, email, location (city/state), current headshot & full body shot, resume or IMDb link, height, estimated weight, t-shirt size, shoe size.

Roles Needed

Lead Roles

• Young Joel (Male, age range 5–6): Sweet, expressive, energetic; must portray terror and vulnerability in haunting scenes.

• Young Scott (Male, age range 5–6): Joel’s twin; sweet, expressive; must perform synchronized reactions with sibling actor.

• Teen Joel (Male, age range 13–15): Emotionally fractured teen; includes school-void moment and confrontation.

• Joel (Male, age range 16–19): Portrays addiction spiral; must portray paranoia, collapse, fear.

• Older Joel (Male, age range 18–25): Newly sober but haunted; includes early adult haunting and possession elements.

Supporting Roles

• Mother (Female, age range 25–40): Terrified but loving; emotional depth needed for breakdown scenes.

• Father (Male, age range 30–45): Intense/volatile; includes physical scenes (safe stunt work/choreography).

• Ryan (Male, age range 12–15): Appears in an emotional flashback related to family trauma; safe stunt work.

Featured Roles

• Shadow Entity (Male, any ethnicity): Height 6’0”+ preferred; must move unnaturally; comfortable with SFX/VFX suits and makeup.

• Priest (Male, age range 40–50): Calm, authoritative presence; attempts spiritual cleansing.

• Motel Clerk (Male, age 30s): Friendly but subtly unsettled; small role with strong atmospheric impact.

Background Featured

• Neighbors (Male & Female, age range 25–65, any ethnicity): React to paranormal disturbances; strong nonverbal acting required.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice. Any pay, stipends, and terms will be discussed with selected talent during the booking process.

Role: Plaintiff Witness — Alexander Carter III (Male, 10, Any Race)
Alexander Carter Jr.’s family is in conflict with their neighbor, Lynn Mendoza, after a weeping willow tree on their property was allegedly poisoned. As Alexander’s 10-year-old son, the child witness can speak to the tree’s meaning in the family, what he observed about the neighborhood tension, and how the damage affected home life.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: A gentle, observant kid who feels the stress between adults and wants things to be okay again. He may be loyal to his dad, sad about the tree, and confused about why neighbors can’t get along. His role is heartfelt and grounded—showing the emotional impact on a family rather than arguing technical details.
Requirements:

• Child performer who can take gentle direction and remain natural on camera

• Comfortable with light improv/reactive answers in a controlled setting

• Able to convey sincerity, concern, and family attachment authentically

• Must be accompanied by parent/guardian as required for minors

• Calm temperament for a structured production environment
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Defendant — Lynn Mendoza (Female, 52, Filipino-American)
Alexander Carter Jr. claims Lynn Mendoza intentionally poisoned his weeping willow tree, causing costly damage and restoration expenses. Lynn argues the tree encroached onto her property and created excessive leaves and debris she constantly had to clean up, causing more harm than good. She also denies the accusation and states Alexander has no evidence she poisoned the tree.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Lynn is a 52-year-old single Filipino-American HR Coordinator whose job title contrasts with her difficult interpersonal style. She’s bossy, guarded, and has a know-it-all edge—often coming off unfriendly and hard to work with. Underneath is a highly neurotic, easily triggered temperament. After her father passed, she moved in with her mother three years ago, and her patience is thin—especially about what she sees as property issues and boundaries. Lynn frames herself as the practical neighbor dealing with constant mess and damage, not a villain poisoning a tree.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with sharp, grounded presence

• Comfortable portraying bossy/neurotic energy without becoming a caricature

• Able to deliver defensiveness and “property rights” arguments clearly

• Strong reactive listening; can handle accusations and stay composed (or believably bristle)

• Natural delivery that balances irritation, control, and self-justification
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Plaintiff — Alexander Carter Jr. (Male, 38, Any Race)
Alexander Carter Jr. is suing his next-door neighbor, Lynn Mendoza, claiming she intentionally poisoned his weeping willow tree—an heirloom with deep family history and sentimental value. Alexander says Lynn’s malicious actions caused significant damage and forced him to pay costly restoration expenses to try to save the tree.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Alexander is a highly intelligent, family-oriented small business owner who runs a local café while raising two young kids. He’s responsible and always on the go, but generally laid back about things he considers “not worth the stress.” This is worth the stress. He inherited his home from his parents and has lived there for seven years—so the tree represents legacy, memory, and stability. He’s had ongoing tension with Lynn since she moved in three years ago, and he’s done being “the easygoing neighbor” when he believes someone attacked something precious to his family.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with natural, grounded delivery

• Able to portray calm competence that shifts into protective anger and heartbreak

• Comfortable delivering a values-based argument (legacy, family history, home)

• Strong reactive listening when challenged on proof and assumptions

• Can explain conflict history and damages/repairs clearly and consistently
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Plaintiff — Jenna Rowland (Female, 32, Any Race)
Jenna Rowland is suing Patrick “Pat” Solis for $4,850 after a golf cart rental incident in Catalina. Jenna claims she was rented an unsafe golf cart, leading to a crash that cracked her iPad ($1,200), caused a sprained wrist requiring urgent care ($450), resulted in wrongful charges ($1,900), and left her seeking pain and suffering damages ($1,300). Jenna maintains she was being cautious and responsible, and that the equipment failure and handling issues put her in danger.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Jenna is a hardworking Los Angeles marketing consultant who’s constantly stretched thin by demanding clients and nonstop deadlines. She’s independent and careful, but prone to overthinking—and she prides herself on being responsible. After the crash, she’s shaken and frustrated, feeling like her caution still wasn’t enough because the situation was out of her control. She’s determined to be taken seriously and reimbursed for real losses, not dismissed as a dramatic tourist.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with natural, grounded delivery

• Able to portray anxious overthinking, stress, and controlled frustration authentically

• Comfortable playing “responsible professional” energy under scrutiny

• Strong reactive listening when challenged about driving behavior and choices

• Can clearly communicate itemized damages and injury impact without sounding rehearsed
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Defendant — Patrick “Pat” Solis (Male, 45, Any Race)
Jenna Rowland claims Pat Solis rented her an unsafe golf cart in Catalina, leading to a crash and $4,850 in damages and expenses. Pat denies the cart was unsafe, stating it was recently serviced and in good condition. He argues the crash was caused by Jenna’s distracted driving and by driving on a restricted road—placing responsibility on her choices, not his business.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Pat is proud, stubborn, and fiercely protective of his reputation—especially with tourists he feels don’t understand the realities of island driving. He works hard to keep his fleet running, and he takes complaints personally when he believes a customer is exaggerating or dodging blame. Pat can be brusque and dismissive, leaning into facts, service records, and rules of the road. He’s determined to prove his carts are safe and that Jenna’s decisions caused the crash.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with grounded authority and confident delivery

• Comfortable portraying stubborn defensiveness and pride without going cartoonish

• Able to deliver logical, procedural arguments (service, safety, restricted road rules)

• Strong reactive listening; can handle pointed questions without getting rattled

• Natural performance that balances irritation with credibility as a business owner
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Defendant Witness — Dylan Wade (Male, 9, Any Race)
Dylan Wade is the child at the center of the dispute between his parents, Randall Wade and Marcy Gibbons. The conflict involves Dylan placing sports bets—and losing—using his father’s cellphone. Dylan lives primarily with his mother and spends weekends with his father, and he’s pulled into the middle of their disagreement as both sides argue about responsibility.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Dylan is gentle, kind, and wants nothing more than for his mom and dad to get back together. He feels guilt and confusion about being the reason they’re fighting. Dylan may try to please both parents, minimize what happened, or say what he thinks adults want to hear—while quietly revealing how much he wants peace at home.
Requirements:

• Child performer who can take gentle direction and stay natural on camera

• Comfortable with light improv/reactive responses in a controlled setting

• Able to portray sincerity, sweetness, and mild nervousness authentically

• Must be accompanied by parent/guardian as required for minors

• Patient, calm temperament for a structured shoot environment
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Plaintiff — Randall Wade (Male, 30, Any Race)
Randall Wade is suing Marcy Gibbons after their 9-year-old son, Dylan, placed sports bets—then lost money—using Randall’s cellphone. Randall claims Marcy’s parenting and lack of supervision led to their child gambling, and he’s arguing that her choices created the conditions for the incident to happen.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Randall is a thin, wiry security guard with a history of gambling addiction—someone who let his health and stability slide for too long, but insists he’s on the rebound now. He’s trying to rebuild his life so he can be present for his son, and this incident hits him in the gut: it feels like his past is repeating through his child. Randall is defensive about his recovery, emotional about fatherhood, and quick to blame Marcy because he needs a clear villain to prove he’s changed.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with natural, grounded delivery

• Able to portray recovery energy: shame + determination + defensiveness

• Comfortable handling emotionally charged parenting conflict authentically

• Strong reactive listening when challenged about gambling history and phone access

• Can balance moral outrage with vulnerability without becoming melodramatic
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Defendant — Marcy Gibbons (Female, 30, Any Race)
Randall Wade claims Marcy Gibbons’ parenting led to their 9-year-old son placing sports bets and losing money using Randall’s cellphone. Marcy argues Randall hasn’t resolved his own gambling issues—pointing to a gambling app on his phone as proof—and insists he’s trying to shift blame to her instead of taking responsibility for what was accessible on his device.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Marcy is tough, no-nonsense, and hardened by years working as a card dealer and now a waitress on the Las Vegas strip. She’s direct, practical, and protective—especially as a mom who has to stay strong for her son. Marcy refuses to be scapegoated. She believes Randall’s gambling history is the real danger and that his phone (and what was on it) is the reason their child could even place bets. She’s not warm in conflict—she’s firm, factual, and unshakable.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with grounded, confident presence

• Comfortable portraying tough, protective mom energy under accusation

• Able to deliver sharp, factual rebuttals without losing emotional realism

• Strong reactive listening; can pivot quickly when new details come up

• Comfortable playing restraint, frustration, and boundary-setting
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour