In this sharp and self-aware comedy, a struggling actor finds themselves trapped in the absurdly high-stakes process of filming the perfect self-tape audition. Directed by James Cleave and written by James Cleave, the film follows a desperate performer, played by Boo Jackson, who is determined to land a career-changing role. With the clock ticking and technology failing at every turn, they are joined by a quirky ensemble of friends and rivals, including Pippa Moss, Cheska Hill-Wood, Fabrizio Tullio, and Amy Whitworth, each offering dubious advice and adding to the chaos. The central conflict emerges as the actor juggles the pressure to deliver a flawless performance while navigating a series of increasingly ridiculous technical and personal mishaps. Blending awkward humor with biting satire, the film masterfully skewers the modern entertainment industry’s obsession with self-taped auditions, capturing the anxiety and absurdity of trying to be authentic on command. With a brisk twelve-minute runtime, this comedy delivers a relatable and entertaining look at the lengths one will go to for a shot at stardom, leaving viewers both laughing and cringing in recognition.