CASTING CALL! for The Dinner Plan, a new short film directed by Slackline founder, Kristin Duffy
The Dinner Plan, is an eccentric comedy that follows what happens when a lonely woman’s wish comes true and she finally connects with two others in her building over dinner. A comedic reflection on loneliness in modern society, told through three oddballs who find friendship in a highly unlikely, and even magical, way.
With a script by Euan Mumford, chosen through The Delilah Project, The Dinner Plan is produced by Lara Kozah and Slackline Productions.
Please note: The Dinner Plan is a zero-budget production, seeking actors for a two-day shoot on a voluntary basis.
Shoot dates: 28th and 29th March 2026
ROLES
ALEX (F, 40-50, any appearance)
With art gallery owner vibes, Alex is Catherine O’Hara in Beetlejuice meets Moira from Schitt’s Creek’s less-gregarious younger sister.
Despite being outwardly successful and confident, Alex’s life of all work and no play has caught up with her, leaving her lonely.
Dry, deadpan with a touch of camp, Sam tries to play tough, but he’s lonely, too. And on top of that, nights out in the pub seeking friendship have given him a low-key drinking problem.
ROBIN (F, late 20s/early 30s, any appearance)
Aubrey Plaza meets Ennui from Inside Out 2 with a dash of Margot Tenenbaum, Robin’s eccentric exterior (she wears a werewolf mask to go outside, after all) hides a sensitive soul.
Like the others, she’s lonely and she thinks she can’t talk to people, but Alex and Sam prove her wrong.
To apply, please email your Spotlight link or acting CV with an expression of interest, using the subject: The Dinner Plan + name of role