Seeking Lead Actress for A Pain That I Am Used To

Location: Chicago
Tentative Filming: Summer 2027
Role: Mira - Female Lead
Age Range: 30-40
Compensation: Negotiable, plus 1% participation in defined gross receipts actually received by the production from theatrical box-office and streaming distribution, subject to a written agreement specifying covered revenue, permitted deductions, accounting, and payment terms.

ABOUT THE FILM
A Pain That I Am Used To is a dark relationship drama exploring love, ambition, emotional wounds, difficult choices, and the possibility of a second chance.

Mira is an intelligent, compassionate, and emotionally complex woman whose past relationship with Ian continues to affect her life. Beneath her professional success and outward strength lies unresolved heartbreak, regret, and a longing for something she once lost.

This role requires an actress who can convey deep emotion, vulnerability, strength, and intimacy through authentic, nuanced performances. Strong on-screen chemistry between the two leads is essential.

SEEKING
An actress with strong dramatic acting abilities and excellent emotional range. Experience with method acting is welcome but not required.

The ideal candidate is comfortable portraying emotionally demanding material, complicated romantic relationships, and moments of vulnerability. Professionalism, collaboration, and a willingness to explore the character in depth are important.

ABOUT THE FILMMAKER
Terrell Holden is a Chicago-based filmmaker, screenwriter, and actor with a background as a staff writer for German film and television production companies. He is an actor and associate producer of Sangre Negra: Black Blood TV series, available on Tubi and Amazon Prime Video.

His other projects include the upcoming feature film CrossBones & Roses, a pirate movie, and A Place In This World, a Chicago-based zombie television pilot in development.

Terrell Holden will portray Ian, the male lead in A Pain That I Am Used To. Because the film centers on the complicated relationship between Ian and Mira, strong chemistry between the lead actors is a priority.