Garland Film Collective

05/01/2026

Big News from the Set of THE AUDIT! 🎬

As you know, we have officially reached our initial funding goal of $9,375! Because of your incredible support, this film is a certainty. But as we prepare for our July shoot dates, the stakes have just been raised.

We are thrilled to announce that Mack Bayda (A Man Called Otto) has joined the cast in the leading role of Joshua! To honor the caliber of Mack’s talent and the complexity of this story, we are launching a Stretch Goal of $16,500.

Why a Stretch Goal?
It’s about "upping our game." This additional funding will allow us to move from a standard production to a high-fidelity cinematic experience. We are investing in:
✅ Professional Technical Crew to match our veteran talent.
✅ High-End Lenses & Gear to capture Joshua’s sensory world.
✅ Elite Sound Engineering to make you feel the silence and the noise.

Joshua’s story is about being seen in a world that’s too loud. Help us ensure his story is told with the precision and dignity it deserves.

Join the next phase of the journey here: https://crowdfundr.com/TheAuditFilm

04/21/2026

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/5gZjV0X

Step into the world of The Audit. Follow our production journal for updates, sneak peeks, and a raw look at the making of an Oscar prepped, live-action short film.

Your all-access pass to the making of The Audit. Behind the scenes with the cast and crew.

04/16/2026

📣 CASTING CALL: "THE AUDIT" (Short Film) 🎥

We are seeking talented actors for THE AUDIT, a sensory-driven drama filming in June 2026.

This project explores the invisible friction of neurodivergence, the weight of generational trauma, and the profound power of human recognition.

THE STORY: Caught between a high-octane manager who views his neurodivergence as a productivity tool and a father living in aggressive denial, Joshua must fight to maintain his "intentionality" as the environmental noise of his world reaches a breaking point.

AVAILABLE ROLES:

👤 JOSHUA (Lead, Mid-20s): Handsome, curly-haired. Navigates the world through rigid routine and logic . Must be able to convey intense internal sensory overload through precise physicality.

👤 DANNY (Supporting, Late 40s): Joshua’s father. Stubborn and weary. Loves his son but is blinded by his own past, projecting his own needs over Joshua’s reality.

👤 SHERRY (Supporting, Mid-30s): An observant, empathetic co-worker . She is the "anchor" who finally validates Joshua’s identity and name.

👤 STEPHEN (Supporting, 30s): "A shot of human espresso". A high-octane, results-driven manager who views people as cogs in a machine.

👤 MARSHA (Supporting, 40s): Joshua’s mother and the family’s realist . She is the only one who truly advocates for Joshua’s actual needs.

📍 Location: Garland, TX / DFW Area
🗓 Shoot Dates: June 2026 TBD (Non Union Project)
📩 How to Apply: Send headshot, reel, and resume to GarlandFilmCollective (at) Gmail.com - If interested we will send sides and a couple of questions to be answered.

04/16/2026

Official Selection Tokyo Film and Screenplay Awards

04/16/2026

https://www.backstage.com/casting/the-audit-3143483/?utm_source=social_share&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=casting_call

The breakdowns are posted on Backstage, Mandy and Starnow.

Caught between a father who refuses to see him and the high-frequency shriek of a looming corporate audit, a neurodivergent young man finds an unlikely anchor in a

04/15/2026

The Audit was funded with time to spare. Huge shout-out to all who have made this possible. Today we're working on Character Breakdowns which will be posted on backstage, actors access and more. Will also post here in the next couple of days.

Many thanks again. Without your support this wouldn't have been possible.

10/27/2025

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