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Frances Fisher, Ava Phillippe and Others Cast in Addiction Drama ‘The Call,’ Short Film to Begin Shooting in Los Angeles
The short film The Call will begin production in Los Angeles on Aug. 17, with Frances Fisher, Ava Phillippe, Jessica Belkin, Katie Cassidy and others set to appear in the addiction drama.
A short film titled The Call has assembled a multi-generational cast for an addiction drama that is scheduled to begin shooting on Aug. 17 in Los Angeles, Deadline reported on Aug. 17.
The project will star Frances Fisher, known for Titanic, alongside Ava Phillippe (Ransom Canyon), Jessica Belkin (Elle), and Kai Caster, Jasper Polish, and Cara Santana. Deadline also said Katie Cassidy, who has appeared in the series Arrow, is among the supporting cast.
Deadline’s report described The Call as an addiction drama, but it did not provide additional plot specifics in its announcement. The casting lineup combines actors with major film and television credits, reflecting a mix of established and newer screen leads.
In addition to the named cast members, Deadline listed Lisa Vidal, Crayton Carozza, and Kevin Kreider as part of the supporting ensemble for The Call.
The casting announcement also identified Nancy Davis as an executive producer on the short film. Deadline did not include other production or financing details in its initial report beyond the EP credit and the start of principal photography in Los Angeles on the day of the announcement.
A production start date can affect local work authorizations, crew scheduling, and filming logistics for a Los Angeles shoot, and it can also shape timelines for festival submissions and potential distribution decisions, depending on how the short ultimately is packaged for audiences.
The Call’s cast and executive producer team will be in place as filming begins, with additional casting, crew, and release information typically to follow through later press announcements or industry postings.
Why It Matters
- Filming in Los Angeles beginning on Aug. 17 can affect scheduling for local production resources, including crews and facilities tied to short-form projects.
- Casting a high-profile group of screen actors for an addiction drama indicates the project may seek visibility through festival circuits or industry screenings.
- Executive production leadership can influence how the short is positioned for rights and distribution decisions after completion.
- Because the announcement does not include release plans, viewers and industry observers will likely look to subsequent updates for premiere timing and eligibility for major events.
Key Facts
- A short film titled The Call is set to begin shooting on Aug. 17 in Los Angeles.
- Deadline reports Frances Fisher will star, along with Ava Phillippe, Jessica Belkin, Kai Caster, Jasper Polish, and Cara Santana.
- Katie Cassidy is listed among the supporting cast members.
- Additional supporting cast includes Lisa Vidal, Crayton Carozza, and Kevin Kreider.
- Nancy Davis is credited as an executive producer on The Call.