Tara Battani as Jessa
Character Description
Jessa left her troubled home at 16, winging it to the coast to pursue her dreams of acting. After years of working in less-than-stellar projects, she's finally hit her stride, owing perhaps to being half of Hollywood's new power couple. But when her star boyfriend dumps her just before her big premiere, she can think of no one better to escort her on the red carpet than John, her first love. The problem is he knows the real Jessa, and no one else in this town does. He's not afraid to call her out, but she's also one to dish it right back to him.
Scene Description
Struggling pastor John (20s/30s) has just run into his childhood sweetheart Jessa (20s/30s) who followed her dreams of becoming an actress and is now rocketing to stardom. She gives him a tour of her upscale L.A. apartment as they get reacquainted... bringing up the recollection they didn't part ways on the best of terms.
Written by Shelly Paino
Polo Barfield
ActorYou were completely natural with the character, from the movement to the lines. You did an amazing job. I hope I get the chance to work with you some day.
Bryan Whorton
ActorTara I really liked this scene for you. Facial expressions were honest and real, the conversation was as well. Great work ma'am!
Clint Hankinson
ActorLoved this Tara! You were so full and it was clear. You looked so broken and trying to hide it. That frustration came out at the right time - I thought you were about to cry and I got a little emotional anticipating that!
My only note is that I could barely hear your reader. A little more balance in volume would help.
Awesome job!
Eoin Burgess
ActressTara, you are very believable and I love how comfortable you are in front of the camera. It was certainly a pleasure to work with you, and I learn so much. Keep up the good work! You are meant for this!
Susan Willis
ActressGREAT Work!! very believable, I could see the emotions going on in your head through your eyes, expressions and body language in general. Stuff I like to see in actors! Not sure why your profile lists you as "aspiring"? your tape quality reads more accomplished. Thank you for brining this role to life with LAYERS!!!
