The feature film Moses the Black, originally slated to film in Chicago, has shifted its filming location to the Champaign / Urbana area with a startup September 8–30, 2025.
Following the delay of their planned spring startup in Chicago, the production has now elected to film down south, with production offices based at Flyover Studios, the new state-of-the-art facility that occupies a portion of the former Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul, Illinois.
The gritty gangland drama comes from writer-director Yelena Popovic. Chukwudi Iwuji, Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa, and Quavo are set to star in the film. Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson is set as executive producer. Simeon Faith is financing, along with the Nick Mirkopoulos Cinematic Fund.
Moses the Black is inspired by the fourth-century saint of the same name. Reimaging the story, a gangster in modern day Chicago undergoes a profound transformation, mirroring the journey of the ancient saint who transitioned from a life of crime to one of spiritual devotion. Popovic, who wrote the script and will direct the film, aims to illustrate that “no life is lost or meaningless in the eyes of God,” emphasizing themes of redemption and hope.
Casting Call
Now seeking extras for the movie for filming in Champaign, Urbana and Rantoul
Background roles are usually needed for one to two days. Visit Here for more information.
- Church Goers: Men and women, 45+, Black – Folks walking out of their church after a Sunday sermon, milling around and chatting with each other.
- Families: Men, women, and kids of all ages and ethnicities – Looking for actual families for airport scenes, church scenes, and residential scenes.
- There are no violent scenes with families.
- Choirs: Men and women, 30-65, Black – Choir members at the church. If you have actual choir experience, please mention it!
- Gang Members: Men, 18-35, Black – Young men in different gangs. Some of them want to keep their neighborhood safe, and others are out to get theirs.
- Party Girls: Women, 20-25, Open Ethnicity – Party girls of all styles at various parties around town. While they’re from different walks of life, they’re out for a good time.
- Cops + Prison Guards: Men, 35-45, White/Latinx – Men who work in the prison system, and harass folks outside of prison.
- These fellas could be carrying prop weaponry.
- Airport Goers: Men and Women, 20+, Open Ethnicity – Men and women navigating the airport.
- Ancient Temple Patrons: Men and Women, 20-40, Black/Middle Eastern – People at an ancient temple, who watch their temple be ransacked.
- Old Sage: Men, 60+, Black/Middle Eastern – An old man with a long beard that has seen the wear of time.
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