"DYING TO LIVE"

Directed By: Javon Bates The Legacy

Screenplay: Javon Bates

Javon Bates – The Legacy Films

Javon Bates, known as Javon Bates The Legacy, is a visionary force in the entertainment industry with over 25 years of experience.

As the Founder & CEO of The Legacy Films and Tomahawk Entertainment Group, he blends storytelling, business strategy, and innovation to create bold, high-impact films that captivate audiences and challenge norms.

His work—spanning directing, producing, screenwriting, and composing—has led to critically acclaimed films like

Common Creed: The Epidemic, Common Creed: Trafficking, Darker Ether, The 40th and now Dying to Live.

With a sharp eye for cinematic excellence and strategic partnerships,

Javon is redefining independent filmmaking by merging art with opportunity.

Through his nonprofit, Reel Opportunity Bridge Foundation,

he empowers emerging talent with hands-on experience and financial literacy,

ensuring that success in the film industry is within reach for all.

Welcome to Javon Bates The Legacy Films—where bold stories, visionary talent, and cinematic greatness come to life.

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Non-Union

Compensation: Paid

(speaking roles upon fulfillment of agreement)

IMDB CREDIT

FILM CASTING CALL

Join the Film Dying to Live

Are you an actor looking for a movie that is a game changer for your portfolio? Are you ready to bring a suspenseful, supernatural story to life? "Dying to Live" is an upcoming feature film blending thrilling drama, emotional depth, and supernatural intrigue. We're looking for very talented actors to join our team and help us create this compelling narrative.

Synopsis

"Dying to Live"

Supernatural, Psychological Thriller

After a heartbreaking tragedy, tenacious attorney Haley Jordan is approached by a mysterious stranger who offers her the ultimate escape—immortality—but accepting it comes at a price. Buried secrets and her darkest fears begin to surface, revealing that some lives were never meant to be taken.

How far would you go to outrun death?

Casting Audition Details

Date: Sunday, TBA
Time: TBA in your email
Location: TBA in your email
Casting Auditions: Coming soon in Spring 2025 for This Summer Casting Call, check your email
(Bio & Picture send to) info@jblegacyfilms.com Attention: Cast

Main Charactor

Haley Jordan

Lead role, female, 30s. Intelligent and resilient attorney navigating grief, supernatural encounters, and family secrets.

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Lead- JAMES DOBRA

Sam Hain

Male, 30s-40s. A charismatic and enigmatic figure embodying life’s ultimate question—mortality and necessary EVIL.

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Lead

UNCLE JIM (Detective Jim Smith)

Male, 40s-50s. Sinister family member with dark secrets; charismatic yet dangerous.

Lead

Linda Jordan

Female, 50s. Haley’s troubled mother, a mix of warmth and emotional turmoil.

Main

Freddie Jordan

Male, 50s. Haley’s father, burdened by financial struggles and gambling.

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Lennox

Male, 30s-40s. Suave and confident; later revealed as a organized crime boss.

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Supporting Role

Jason Cole

Male, 20s-30s. Haley’s boyfriend, a flawed romantic interest with a hidden dark side.

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Supporting Role

Ava Jordan

Female, close to early 20s. Haley’s younger sister, who represents innocence and hope.

Supporting Role

Ginny

Female, 60s-80s. Haley’s grandmother, a pivotal figure in her soul searching journey.

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Supporting Role

Morgan

Male, 60s-80s. Haley’s grandfather, a violent, haunting figure in family flashbacks.

Two Criminals

Armed Assailants

Responsible for a robbery

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Extras

Funeral Home Attendees

We need extras for a repast and funeral home scene.

Extras

Police Officers

We need police officers as extras

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Extras

Hotel Lobby Patrons

We need extras for hotel bar

Extras

Additional Family Members at Dinner

We need additional family members and freinds

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Background

Drew

Drew – Male, 30s. A neighborhood acquaintance, plays a role in a tense moment with Haley.

Background

Ashley

Ashley – Female, mid-20s. Haley's cousin

Background

Young Morgan

Morgan (Younger) – Male, appearing in flashbacks.

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Background

Bartender – Minor role, present in a bar scene.

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Detective Minsey

A detective involved in the investigation of a chaotic crime scene.

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Bus Driver

Bus Driver – Minor role, appears in a city street scene.

Haley Jordan's luxurious and upscale penthouse in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, featuring breathtaking city skyline views, sleek modern furnishings, and an elegant open-concept design.

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Haley Jordan's cinematic and upscale lawyer's office, exuding sophistication and power with dark wood furniture, leather chairs, and a stunning city skyline view.

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