Production stills!

Shooting dates scheduled & Props/location needed!

Shooting dates have been scheduled!

Though we do need you help with locating some props...here is our list:

Tool Belt
Lunch Box
Several plain glass flower vases
Wine style glasses
Black wait staff "waist" aprons
3 Matching uniform shirts (sizes Men's L, 2XL (2)/3XL)

We are also looking for a spacious bathroom to shoot a shot, if you know of anything let me know!

Rehearsal pictures coming soon!

Stay tuned for updates and shoot dates!

Cast list now up!

Jason Platt – David

Jason has been performing for the past seventeen years. Originally born in Moline Illinois, Jason found his love for acting when a classmate urged him to audition for one of his senior shows in Durham, North Carolina. Ever since then the bug has officially bitten him and won't let up. While studying illustration at Black Hawk College and the Savannah College of Art and Design, Jason supported himself by acting in various acting troupes and found himself working as a professional puppeteer in Georgia. Some of Jason's favorite roles include, The Baker in "Into the Woods", George Milton in "Of Mice and Men", Louis in "Personals", Gary/Roger in "Noises Off", Motel in "Fiddler on the Roof", Moonface Martin in "Anything Goes", Ry in "The Winning Streak" and an award winning performance as Nathan Detroit in "Guy's n Dolls". Jason works as an illustrator and graphic designer and lives in Moline, Illinois.

Tracy Pelzer-Timm - Sarah

Tracy grew up on a farm near Tipton, Iowa. While growing up she had many opportunities to test out her comedic skills with what she had available: pigs. After various performances of bad bacon jokes, she was ready to venture to a new audience: humans. After a couple of human audiences, she knew she had a love for performing after getting her first solo in her church’s Christmas program in sixth grade. She studied vocal music and theatre performance at Muscatine Community College and University of Iowa, respectively. Since college she has played many roles for professional and community theatres in Iowa and Illinios. A few of her favorite stage roles include Frankenstein’s Creature from “Frankenstein,” Brooke/ Vicki from “Noises Off,” Anna from “Boston Marriage,” Rizzo from “Grease,” Luisa from “Fantasticks,” Sister Mary Amnesia from “Nunsense,” and Dorothy from the “Wizard of Oz.” She recently ventured into film where she has played Brenda in "The Season" and Mary Hartmann in "Animate My Heart," among others. She also has been on her local community theatre board, Cedar County Stoplight Players, for 7 years.

Ben Hopkins - Terry

Ben, 49 years old, lives in Davenport Iowa with his wife of 28 years, Sherry. He owns Emeis Automotive in Davenport and is an active player at ComedySportz Quad Cities. Ben has been in several local commercials and short films. He enjoys live music and spending time with his granddaughter Tinnley.

Lisa Kahn - Shelly

Lisa lives in Milan, Illinois. She is a Programmer/Analyst for HNI Corporation in Muscatine, Iowa. Her stage credits include multiple shows in High School and for the USO in Okinawa Japan while serving with the United States Marine Corps. (Semper Fi!!!). More recently she has done several shows at Playcrafters in Moline, Illinois both on and backstage. Lisa’s film credits include some Safety and MP training films for the Marine Corps and last year she was the crying patient in the Avati Brothers movie "The Hideout".

Janitor - Don Braid

Don lived the first 28 years of his life in Chicago. While in high school he enjoyed hanging out with friends, acted in some school plays and was involved with the Board of Education radio station. Including Chicago, Don also lived in Waukegan and Peoria (where he met his wonderful wife of 34 years that passed away 15 years ago). He has two terrific children who he is very close with and enjoys visiting. His grandchildren are a ball. After coming to the QCA he remained in radio but did a career change into sales. Don did stay involved doing commercials, acting in Shakespeare and community theatre. His favorite roles are Cassius in Julies Caesar and Felix Unger in The Odd Couple. Don has appeared in a few of the Avati brothers movies. Don also is a huge sports fan, especially the Cubs, Bears, Bulls and Black Hawks...basically anything involving Chicago. He also plays a lot of golf, badly he adds, and frequents the casinos. Finally, Don loves to travel when he can afford it.



Other News:

We are still looking for a few things if you have any leads:
1. Music box (flip open lid w/ a ballerina inside)

Shooting looks like its slated for some in September and a majority of it in October.

Stay tuned for more info!

Auditions are now over!

Thank you to all those who helped out and who tried out.

We had a great response and we are now viewing the video of all those who auditioned.

We will be making calls later this week. Also, we will be sending out emails to those who were interested in being extras.

Thank you once again to all of those involved, any questions please contact us, and keep watching for updates!

Official site now up!

Check it out...more changes to come, stay tuned!

Also we are looking for old music boxes (with the twirling ballerinas) and a treadmill (one we can possibly dissemble to use for a guy walking in front of a green screen).

Questions or comments, let me know!

Thanks!

Auditions

Event Info:

Auditions for local independent film "Imagine IF"
A Psychological Thriller by Five Thirteen Entertainment

Auditions will be held:
Thursday, June 28th from 5:30-8:00
Saturday June 30th, 2:30-5:00
at Comedy Sportz:
1818 3rd Ave Rock Island, IL 61201 (next toCirca 21).

Contact Info
phone: 309.797.0508
email: ImagineIFTheMovie@gmail.com

Description:

A Quad-Cities based independent film company is holding open auditions for a psychological thriller called Imagine IF to be shot in mid-July through August

We are looking for actors of all ages, personality types, and physical builds. There are 5 principle roles and 20-25 extras needed. We need as many people as possible to come out and audition. Please pass the word along to anyone you might think would be interested! We'd love to have you come out and audition!

Scott Morschhauser, of the Quad-Cities bands Metrolites and Kabalas, will be composing and performing the film's score.

Resumes and head shots will be accepted but not required.

For additional information call Tim Miller at 309-797-0508 or Catie Osborn at (309) 738-8364

*If you'd still like to audition but cannot make these dates, please feel free to contact either Tim or Catie to schedule another audition.*

Synopsis: David is a lonely man leading a mundane life. The one and only friend he has is part of his imagination. When he finally takes control of his life and pushes his imaginary friend to the side, David finds out that IF is more real than he ever could have dreamed.

Cast List:

David
Age 25 -40
Blue collar worker. Kind of rough/rugged looking. Average guy. Decent shape. Lacks confidence. Reserved. Shy. Loner. Slightly depressed.

Sarah..
Age 25-40
"Plain Jane". Girl next door. Caring. Somewhat confident. Love Intrest

Terry
Age 35-55
Very stereotypical blue collar worker. Rough looking. Has "blue collar" humor. Thinks he is hilarious. Loud Boisterous.

Shelly
Blue collar worker. Friend of Sara's. Laid back and able to have a good time.

Janitor
Age (50 -65)
Frail, Taller,Skinny.Older looking.