Halimah Iman as Dolores
Character Description
Dolores is nearly a genius, but has enough common sense to counterbalance madness. Her weakness is overconfidence that she convinces herself is a form of optimism. She has a PhD. in Bioengineering where her specialty was microbiology and tech infusion. She grew up in poverty and is the only "successful" member of her family. She is single and wholeheartedly devoted to her work. Her love for helping people has turned into a messiah complex, of which she denies. However, her heart is genuine, if only she would listen to it.
Scene Description
This scene takes place toward the end of Dolores's story, after she has gone through a literal hell in a dystopian aftermath - the result of her own doing. The world has been destroyed by a superbug that she created with philanthropic intentions and she is one of few remaining survivors. She has seen death, betrayal, violence, and what happens to humans when extinction is imminent.
To top it off, she has been pregnant throughout, and just gave birth in a dilapidated warehouse. While she has hope for her baby's future, it is a futile hope, like a lit match in a dark tunnel.
Written by Douglas Smith
Benjamin Dane
ActorGreat work in your audition. I enjoyed seeing the reality of the situation, the emotion of the past, and your look to the future. It has many levels, which are intriguing.
Ardis Stembridge
ActorHalimah. Excellent work. Great manifestation of emotion. You conjured tears! I have never been able to do that. I am glad to see your submission. Greetings from Dallas, Tx. Yeehaw!
Tiffany Underwood
ActressHalimah-you make some good choices and have good emotional range. Make sure you pick a flat wall, get out of the corner for your next tape. If you do not have a backdrop, it's fine. A plain wall will do fine.
Clint Hankinson
ActorBrilliant Halimah! This was so good! Your emotional prep, living out the imaginary circumstance and the memory of your childhood friend, and your passion/anger at the end were awesome. Loved your arc! I could definitely see this scene in a show or film. Great job!
Mark Miertschin
ActorGood job! This is an interesting scene because the camera is a character and you get to talk directly to it. Here are my notes. It seems there is an edit at 2:25. This is a transition time and should be done in one take. Light and sound was good. Your background looks like you are in the corner of a room. Not terrible for this scene, but it looks like the hard edge is coming from the middle of your head. Nice end covering the camera with your hand. It was also nice to see your smile on the slate.
Teanna DaShawn
ActressWatching it felt very grounded and you seemed really connected to the material. You showed range throughout the scene and kept me engaged the whole time. I really enjoyed it! Also love that you included your slate at the end, beautiful smile :)
