Vancouver Film School is currently casting for a short film called "Baltimore" which deals with the mysterious final week of Edgar Allan Poe's life. We are especially interested in auditioning actors with theatrical backgrounds.
EDGAR ALLAN POE (35-50) At the end of his life, the famous author is a shell of his former self. An alcoholic, depressed and driven to madness by jealousy and his obsession with his dead child-bride, Poe finds peace only in his death. As in one of his works, the main character's obsession leads to his demise. He is tired and withered but eloquent. His alcoholism has not erased his famous charm. The essential archetype of the dysfunctional artist, his artistic persona overshadowing his authentic self.
VIRGINIA POE (18-25) Married to Poe at age 13, Virginia has now been dead for two years. Her spirit appears to Poe, guiding him through his life and leading him towards his death. She is youthful, beautiful and otherworldly with captivating eyes. The only light in Poe's dysfunctional life, Virginia serves as Poe's idealized object for love. She cannot cope with being Poe's only source of joy.
MARIA CLEMM (35-50) Poe's mother in law and Virginia's mother. She blames Poe for her daughter's death and resents his continued literary success. A stern, bitter and cruel-looking matriarch, Maria guards the secret that drives Poe to madness and death. She knowingly guards the validation and maternal approval desperately sought after by Poe.
PRUDENCE RIGHTS (20-35) A young woman in love with Poe, or rather, in love with Poe's fame. Simple-minded, obsessed with fashion and popularity, Prudence has almost given up on Poe who remains obsessed with his late wife, Virginia.
Auditions will take place between January 31st and February 5th. If you are interested, please contact our production office by phone or e-mail at: 604.631.3042 BaltimoreFilm@Gmail.com
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