The Postwoman

The Postwoman (a.k.a. Alyssa Thompson) -- A postal worker and mother of two struggling to "come out" to

her family and children. Alyssa ends up falling for Nia. *CAST*

Nia McKenzie -- A 30s graphic designer who works at Sacred Sistah Bookstore, an independent women's

bookstore which is on the verge of closing. Nia is our main character and she is a bit of a

lady's woman. She falls in love with the postwoman even though she suffers from a fear of

commitment and has ties to her roomie, Tonisha.

Tonisha Hightower -- 30s plus Project Director at The Spirit of Hope Children's Center, a group home.

Very jealous & controlling of Nia. *CAST*

Danika -- Nia's sassy ex-girlfriend. African-American.

Catherine Long -- 60s plus owner of the Sacred Sistah Bookstore, which is on the verge of closing.

Also wife to Howard Long who is battling prostate cancer. We would like to find a really

good Catherine. African-American.

Howard Long -- Happily married husband of forty-two years to Catherine Long. African-American.

Diamond Jackson -- A postal worker by day and struggling comedienne by night. Diamond is Nia's

best-friend and comes to her aid whenever Nia has relationship problems. African-

American.

Katera Thompson -- The Postwoman's eight year old daughter. Very accepting of her mother's new

relationship. African-American.

Nicole Thompson -- The Postwoman's thirteen year old daughter. A diva in training who dislikes her

mother's newfound love interest. African-American.

David -- The Postwoman's emotionally unavailable and unsupportive husband. *CAST*

Nana -- 60s plus. The Postwoman's "holier than thou" and homophobic mother. African-American.

Grace -- the Postwoman's nonjudgmental younger sister. 30s plus. *CAST*

Diane -- 30s-40s. Bookstore employee. Female. African-American.

Cashier -- 40s. Bookstore employee. Female. African-American.

Lady Cop -- 40s. Feisty cop with lots of style and class but has a super soft side. Any ethnicity.

Taxi Driver -- 30s. Butch White woman who picks up the Postwoman.

Vino -- 50s plus Italian owner of The Farmer's Market next door to The Sacred Sistah Bookstore.

Therapist -- 40s plus attentive and very compassionate supporter of the Postwoman. African-American.

Post Office Supervisor -- 40s-50s. Postwoman's boss. A burly, firm, no-nonsene woman. Any ethnicity.

Project Director at Spirit of Hope Children's Center-- 30s-40s. Inspiring and committed to the

needs of young people. Any ethnicity.

Bar Owner--40s. A skeptic who meets David, the Postwoman's husband, one stormy night. African

American.

Beverly-- Nia's unforgiving landlord. Female voiceover only. Any ethnicity.

Postal Worker #1--Asian male. 50s.

Postal Worker #2--Male. Late 30s--Early 40s. Has a crush on the postwoman. Any ethnicity.

Dog --A people-friendly dog (yes, a real animal with four legs) who can "sit" and "go lay down" when told.

(Contest Note: Dog Owner will receive one free Postwoman Movie T-Shirt, plenty of treats

for your dog compliments of the director, and a gift certificate to Petsmart or Petco).

Flower Shop Attendant -- Attractive woman. 40s plus. Sells Nia a batch of flowers. Any ethnicity.

Security Guard -- 30s-40s. Male. Works at The Sugah Lounge during the open-mic fundraiser. African-

American.

Sister Ushers -- Extras who pass out donation plates during the bookstore fundraiser. African-American.

Bookstore Attendees -- Extras browsing books in the bookstore. Any ethnicity.

Sugah Lounge Attendees -- Extras (including couples) who attend an open-mic at "The Sugah Lounge," a

place where underground poets, musicians, and artists perform.

Foster Child #1--Age 7-12. A child who raises their hand and answers a question during Nia's speech at the

Spirit of Hope Children's Center. Any ethnicity.

Foster Child #2 --Age 7-12. A child who raises their hand and answers a question during Nia's speech at

the Spirit of Hope Children's Center. Any ethnicity.

Foster Children-- Extras in the audience at The Spirit of Hope Children's Center where Nia speaks. Any

ethnicity.

Our KICKSTARTER Campaign Launches March 2012.