UPDATED - 06-08-2024

*All Further Auditions are Virtual - Please follow all Virtual directions included

Beyond Belief the Movie Casting

Beyond Belief the movie is an original narrative, following the journey of Andy, a teenage rocker who dreams of making it big like PETRA. As an outsider, Andy grapples with the loss of his father when he hears the voice of God telling him to "RUN." As Andy signs up for a town marathon, he embarks on a journey of faith, resilience, and self-discovery, he must learn to hear God's voice and follow it if he is to find and achieve the ultimate purpose for his life. Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.

Production Company:

www.BeyondBelief.Movie

www.IntrigueFilms.com

https://www.imdb.com/search/title/?companies=co0170072

Director: Johnny Meier

Producer: David A Stone

Executive Producer: Joe Sanders

PAY RATES:

**$200 to $400+ Per Day** Based on Experience

INSTRUCTIONS:

• **This information can change at any time without notice
  • To audition, Fill out the form at the bottom of the page FULLY
  • Then Submit your Headshot + Resume by emailing Casting@intrigueFilms.com 
  • Include your name in the subject line
  • If you are under 18 – Please include your BIRTHDATE + Your Parents information: Name, Phone#, Email
  • Download a side below - Record it with a tripod and upload it to youtube or vimeo and include the link in your submission. 
• **This is an Independent film – Both Non-Union and Union Actors are welcome to audition
• **Shooting in and around the Chicagoland area
• **Tentative Shoot Dates - August 12-September 18, 2024 **Can Change**
• NOTE: We are casting Illinois residents for most roles – However we will consider out of state actors based upon the quality of your audition.

Please read an available side even if you are out of the age range of that audition. 

Multiple other roles are available also.

Email questions to casting@intriguefilms.com

Roles to Audition for:

ANDY, Main Character - Character age 16-17 years old

• Andy is a young man who has dreams of making it big and going on tour with PETRA as an opening act. He has a rag-tag band who is VERY GOOD.
  • **Scene Acting + Musical Performance REQUIRED
  • **This is a physical role with running and athletic training to prepare for the marathon
  • **Will need to submit a video of you performing a PETRA song – there are over 200 songs, so pick one and learn it as the lead singer + Lead Guitar
  • Character Age – 16 years old
  • (We prefer actors over 18 who can play younger, but are open to younger people auditioning)
  • SPECIAL SKILLS **MUST be able to play lead guitar and sing 80’s rock

ANDY’s 3 Band Members – Must be musically inclined – All will sing backup vocals. Character ages 16-17 years old

• Phillip – Keyboard – Or Keytar (Guitar style Keyboard)
• Molly – Drummer
• Nathan – Bass Guitar
  • **Scene Acting + Musical Performance REQUIRED
  • **Will need to submit a video of you performing a PETRA song – there are over 200 songs, so pick one and learn it.
  • If you are auditioning for keyboard, preform the keys to a PETRA song on camera, if you are auditioning for drums or Bass Guitar, preform that part of a PETRA song as your video audition.
  • **Production quality is not important for musical talent audition #1 – we must see and hear you clearly but can be shot on your phone in your bedroom if needed.
  • Character Ages – 16 years old
  • (We prefer actors over 18 who can play younger, but are open to younger people auditioning)
  • SPECIAL SKILLS **MUST be able to play and sing 80’s rock

Derrick, Main Character + Band – Bully with competing Band - Character age 16-17 years old

• Derrick is a rich-kid who is an excellent 80’s rocker with a dad who pushes him to WIN AT ALL COSTS. He is a VERY GOOD musician.
  • **Scene Acting + Musical Performance REQUIRED
  • **Will need to submit a video of you performing a PETRA song – there are over 200 songs, so pick one and learn it as the lead singer
  • Character Age – 16 years old
  • (We prefer actors over 18 who can play younger, but are open to younger people auditioning)
  • SPECIAL SKILLS **MUST be able to sing 80’s rock

Roles to Audition for:

Grandpa Jake, Main Character – 60-70 years old

• Grandpa Jake is a wise man who mentors young Andy and is a Marathon Trainer who hasn’t trained anyone in 20 years. He lives on a farm and is the rock in the family since his son (Andy’s Dad) passed away 5 years ago.
  • **Scene Acting REQUIRED

Sarah, Main Character – 35-45 years old

• Sarah is Andy’s Mom – she is doing everything she can to keep the church going since her husband died 5 years ago. She has multiple jobs and loves her son – she has health problems due to stress
  • **Scene Acting REQUIRED

Leo, Main Character – 40-55 years old 

• Leo is the Opponent – he is a rich real estate developer and Uncle to Andy. Leo is buying up all the property in town for development. He doesn’t care who he streps on or what he tears down. He only cares about progress, money and control. He has a great character arc by the end. 
  • **Scene Acting REQUIRED

Martin, Main Character – 35-55 years old

• Martin is Andy’s Dad – he is a pastor who dies saving someone in the opening scene He is in the movie through flashbacks and old video throughout the film. He is wise and loves the Lord. Before he was a father and pastor, he was a champion marathon runner.
  • **Scene Acting REQUIRED