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Title: The Squirrel Diaries
Storyline: In this wild and hilarious eco-horror short, four Gen Z and millennial neighbors, caught in a chaotic love quadrangle, find themselves trapped in a bunker as a terrifying squirrel apocalypse unfolds around them.
What starts as an absurd survival scenario quickly turns into a fight for their lives, as the furry menace pushes them to their emotional, physical, and comedic limits.
Combining horror, comedy, and environmental messaging, this project features dramatic scenes, practical effects, surreal moments, and a whole lot of squirrel mayhem.
Performed with style and satire, the film explores romance, self-awareness, and human resilience in the most unexpected of situations
This is a great opportunity to work with a professional, mentorship-focused crew and contribute to a unique indie project filled with personality and bite
Payment details: Paid. Copy for reel and mentorship opportunities included
Where did this casting call come from?
Female 24 to 34
April. A stylish, confident lawyer who is smart and grounded but secretly infatuated with narcissistic Austin. Must balance drama and comedy
Male 25 to 35
Basil (Baz). A red-nerdy survivalist who’s prepped for the apocalypse. Smart and scruffy. Secretly in love with April
Male 25 to 35
Austin. A fit, gym bro narcissistic model. Handsome, confident, and emotionally shallow, though not entirely without depth
Female 40 to 70
Unnamed. Attacked by squirrels. Comedic and expressive physical performance needed
Male 40 to 60
Unnamed. Also attacked by squirrels. Comedic physical acting required with possible prosthetic or puppet work
