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Title: Soon To Be Dead
Storyline: A thrilling crime drama where chaos and danger collide during a stag-do gone horribly wrong. When groom-to-be Toby, his best man, and his in-laws cheat their way to a huge win at a casino, the vengeful owner retaliates by kidnapping them.
Forced into a deadly underground card game called 'Hitman,' each man must play for his life, knowing that only one will survive. A darkly comedic yet tense blend of Squid Game and The Hangover, this student film explores loyalty, fear, and the extremes of human nature under pressure.
This project is a perfect opportunity for actors looking to expand their showreel with a gripping, stylish short film that offers IMDB credit, strong roles, and creative direction. Food, travel, and fuel expenses will be covered depending on the budget
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Male 30 to 44
Toby. The groom. Calm, honest, mature, and soon to be married. Finds himself in a deadly game after his stag night goes wrong
Male 30 to 44
James. The best man. Snappy, fun, and honest. Does not approve of Toby’s in-laws and often clashes with them
Male 18 to 34
Sam. The brother-in-law. Cheeky, accusatory, and immature. Constantly undermines Toby and adds to the group tension
Male 46 to 60
Jeffrey. The father-in-law. Bigoted, jokester, and immature. Wants to fit in with the younger men but often causes awkward moments
Male 30 to 60
Casino owner. The creator of the deadly game. Posh, calm, and sinister. Punishes those who wrong him and enjoys control
Male 30 to 46
Taxi driver. Works for the casino owner. Mysterious, upbeat, and funny, pretending to be friendly while secretly part of the scheme. Must have own car and valid driving licence
Male or female 18 to 34
Casino worker. A quiet, calm employee just doing their job. Has no lines but adds atmosphere to the casino scenes
Male 20 to 46
Hitman. The casino owner’s personal assassin. Sinister, silent, and intimidating. A menacing figure who enforces the rules of the deadly game. No dialogue required
