Originally Posted January 14, 2026

Casting for The 15th Hour has officially closed.

Written and directed by Zaria Lashae, the film is a minimalist psychological short set within a convenience store over the course of a single shift.

The story follows Zero, a quiet store employee navigating fluorescent monotony, subtle social tension, and a growing internal pressure that culminates in a silent act of departure.

When Zero leaves mid-shift without clocking out, the system does not collapse.

It replaces her.

The film explores:

Emotional autopilot
Systemic normalization
Microaggressions masked as casual conversation
Replacement without recognition
Quiet rebellion

Lead and Supporting Roles Included:

Zero (Lead)
Diana (Supporting)
Floyd (Supporting / Symbolic Replacement)
NPC Customers (Featured & Background)

The 15th Hour is filmed in Denton, Texas, blending restrained dialogue with observational framing. A recurring bird motif and a ticking clock serve as silent witnesses to the system’s continuity.

Production begins March 2026.