Miss Takes Film Club® — In Pre-Production
Hard to Say No
"A man who just spent 30 days learning to say no comes home to find every reason he shouldn't have."
How this story was born
Created in the Miss Takes Writers Studio
Hard to Say No was developed collaboratively through the Miss Takes Film Club Writers Studio meetups — proof that great stories are born in community. The script was shaped through shared creativity, honest feedback, and a whole lot of good conversation.
Shoot details
✅ Crew for this production is already filled. If any openings occur, we will send out a notice to our members. Follow us on social media and join our newsletter to stay informed.
Lead roles
Carl
The husbandA man fresh out of 30 days of sex addiction therapy, returning home ready to rebuild his life and his marriage — only to find his world turned upside down the moment he walks through the door.
Played by Steve KimFrancis
The wifeCarl's wife — confident, creative, and in the middle of her moment. Starring in a film at their own home, juggling an eccentric director and a jealous co-star, completely unaware of the chaos about to walk through her front door.
Played by Minsook KimPerri
The film directorEccentric, passionate, and a little too hands-on. Perri is the kind of director who blurs every line in the name of art — and becomes the last person Carl expected to find in his living room.
Played by Jonathan AlvaradoRobyn
The lead actressFiercely competitive and watching Francis's every move. Robyn has her own agenda on set — and Carl's arrival only makes things more complicated.
Played by Yaz KaskarSupporting roles
Bryan
Supporting roleA supporting character woven into the chaos of the production — adding another layer to an already complicated day for Carl.
Played by Glen JordanSandra
Supporting roleAnother piece of the puzzle on this very unexpected production day — bringing her own energy to the mix.
Played by Oluchi ObinnaThe Production Assistant
On-set PASupporting all departments on set — keeping the production moving and the crew taken care of.
Played by Cici BlancoThe Cinematographer
Director of PhotographyThe eye behind the lens — capturing the look and feel of every scene within the story's production.
Played by Aubrey HaltomThe Sound Mixer / Boom Op
On-set audioResponsible for capturing clean, professional audio on set. A key role in bringing the story to life.
Played by Ahmad NahhasBackground actors
We'll reach out if needed
Background actors will be added to this production as needed, and we'll reach out to our members directly when spots open up. Want to be considered? Make sure you're a Miss Takes member — membership is free — and email casting@miss-takes-filmclub.org to get on our background actors list.
Participation requirements