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Title: 5 Day Old
Storyline: A hopeful mother eagerly returns home while her newborn remains in the hospital under observation. She clings to optimism, imagining the day her family will be complete.
But when her husband arrives with a close friend and a baby wrapped in white cloth, her world collapses into an unspoken reality no parent should ever have to endure.
This is an emotionally charged short film that explores unspoken grief, the fragility of family bonds, and the devastating silence that follows loss.
Told with realism and restraint, the story uses silence and subtle emotion as powerful tools to convey grief, focusing on the painful moment before words can express the truth.
Aspiring actors should apply to this project because it offers a rare opportunity to deliver performances steeped in raw emotion and psychological realism.
The film’s subject matter allows for deep character exploration, subtle expression, and powerful dramatic impact, making it an excellent piece for actors who want to showcase their emotional range
Where did this casting call come from?
Male 22 to 34
Ned. Husband. Supportive but burdened with unbearable grief. He returns home with news that shatters his wife’s hope.
Female 18 to 32
Natelie. Wife. A hopeful mother clinging to optimism while her newborn remains in hospital. Her emotional journey takes her from fragile hope to devastating heartbreak.
Female 18 to 34
Gracie. Close friend. She supports the couple but is also part of the tragic moment.
