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Title: Lucid
Storyline: Lucid is a haunting psychological horror short centred on Jennifer, a teenage girl tormented by recurring dreams of her recently deceased best friend, Rose.
As the nightmares intensify and begin bleeding into her waking world, Jennifer unravels emotionally—only to discover that grief isn’t just something you feel. Sometimes, it follows you.
Set in dreamlike sequences and grounded in emotional realism, the film explores themes of unresolved trauma, friendship beyond death, and the fine line between memory and madness.
With layered performances and atmospheric tension, Lucid promises to deliver genre thrills with emotional complexity.
Actors should apply for the opportunity to perform in a richly emotional, festival-worthy student film that combines psychological depth with horror elements. It's ideal for building a strong reel in genre work
Where did this casting call come from?
No experience is required, but comfort with emotional and horror material is essential
Female 18 to 20
Jennifer. Sensitive, intelligent, and emotionally haunted, Jennifer is the lead role of the film. Struggling with recurring dreams of her deceased best friend, she must face her own unraveling psyche. Requires strong emotional range and psychological nuance. Must be comfortable with intense scenes and heavy screen time
Female 18 to 20
Rose. Soft-spoken and calm, Rose is Jennifer’s deceased best friend who appears in eerie dream sequences. Minimal dialogue. Haunting presence with a bloodied, surreal look. Must be comfortable with horror themes and FX makeup
Female 18 to 20
Chelsea. Jennifer’s warm and empathetic close friend. Appears cheerful and grounding, but her tone subtly shifts in the film’s final act. Requires emotional range to balance comfort and mystery
