Twenty minutes that'll wreck your faith in Hollywood casting couches—no nudity required.
Brandon, a talented actor who has yet to break through, auditions for what might be another stereotypical part in a period television series. Being the only Black man in a Hollywood setting is not unusual for him, but when something unexpected occurs in this casting session, Brandon must contend with three other perspectives in the room for a role that could actually change his life.
Acting
Luke Forbes' silent war between dignity and desperation.
Direction
Laursen traps you in the room. No escape.
Writing
Dialogue that sounds 'nice' until it doesn't.
Director
Kyle Laursen
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The title 'Josiah' references a biblical king—ironic given Brandon's powerlessness in his own narrative.
Inspired by real casting experiences; Laursen interviewed Black actors who described 'auditions' that were essentially psychological experiments.
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