Audition Info To Know

SYNOPSIS

What is really going on at Stafford Stoneworks?

Sleep-deprived and unmotivated, Eli Gottfried works a day job at a small and locally-owned fabrication shop in rural Alabama. The company is on the cusp of changing the economic future of its surrounding communities with a single job proposition. With no other candidates to finish the job, Eli is picked to work the dreaded third shift… from midnight to dawn.

When Harold, a mysterious and mistrusted co-worker, unexpectedly appears and is brutally injured, Eli finds all responsibility resting on his shoulders. Plagued by nightmares, and with no communication with the outside world, his decisions grow to be more important than ever as things begin to fall apart.

The situation is complicated by the arrival of an apparently stranded young salesmen, Jeffrey. Brash and influential, Jeffrey sees something special in Eli. The men form a bond, as they suspect foul play may be at hand.

Mysterious and moody, The Nocturnal Third is a compact, fast-paced horror thriller. Soaked in dread and claustrophobia, it examines the limits of the human body, industrial espionage, and the conflicts of comfort and achievement.

ROLES

• Eli Gottfried (Lead Role, Male, 18-28) is a shy and friendly young man working a day job at Stafford Stoneworks. He is married to his long-time sweetheart, Ellie Gottfried.

• Harold Barks (Lead Role, Male, 30-50) is a surly temp employee at Stafford Stoneworks in financial straits.

• Ellie Gottfried (Supporting Role, Female, 18-28) is an intelligent and organized Registered Nurse. She is married to Eli Gottfried.

• Don Sims (Supporting Role, Male, 40-60) is the long-time shop foreman of Stafford Stoneworks.

• Billy Stafford (Supporting Role, Male, 18-28) is the young, friendly son of Stafford Stoneworks owner Tim Stafford. He is an employee, but has peripheral interests.

• Steve Falk (Supporting Role, Male, 18-30) is a jovial and optimistic salesman at Stafford Stoneworks.

• Anne Stafford (Supporting Role, Female, 45-70) is the sharp bookkeeper of Stafford Stoneworks, wife to owner Tim Stafford, mother to employee Billy Stafford.

• Lee Kirby (Supporting Role, Male, 45-70) is the shrewd owner of Kirby Stone, main competition of Stafford Stoneworks.

• Tim Stafford (Voice Only, Male, 45-70) is the optimistic and steady owner of Stafford Stoneworks.

• Chuck Amend (Voice Only, Male, 30-70) is a boisterous and outspoken AM radio show host.

DETAILS

The film will be shot July through September, over the course of nine weekends and one full week, as well as a final weekend in November. We will be shooting the film almost exclusively in Huntsville, Alabama, though some locations may be used in outlying areas. The initial table read will be in early June in Huntsville, with rehearsals the following weekends. ADR and Reshoots may be necessary, and are scheduled for late November.

Payment is DEFERRED, so this should be considered a volunteer, resume-building opportunity. Our deferred rates are based on SAG Indie requirements for Micro Budget Features and will be worked out in detail with the cast prior to the shoot.

This is a Non-SAG production.

Call Backs are Saturday, June 13 at The Dwelling Place gymnasium in Huntsville (2550 Redstone Rd). You will be contacted by June 9.

Unfortunately due to budget restrictions, most transportation costs CAN NOT be reimbursed. Carpools will be organized for cast/crew in similar locations, however, and extreme cases will.

The film will be shot in High Definition DV on the Panasonic AG-HVX200.

RELEASE

Each audition will be video taped for future reference by the Producers. By auditioning you grant us permission to record your performance and use it in our casting considerations.

STAY UPDATED

For updates, visit our informal production blog at nocturnalthird.blogspot.com. For questions or comments, please contact the Producers through e-mail at wondermillfilms@yahoo.com.