Showreel 2023

Drama Self Test. Script from Top of the Lake.

Irish Accent Reel

American Accent Reel (Gen. Am. & New York)

Jafar, a one-take short film written and performed by Jess Stanley.

Sophie thought she was getting promoted today, but her boss still can’t remember her name. Can she convince Nate that she’s the right person for the job? Written by Jess Stanley and also starring Elliot Roberts.

Rest in Peace, by Jess Stanley (comedy, quirky, bumbling, professional). This real estate agent is desperate to secure a sale before the client finds out too many details about this gorgeous apartment. Also starring Hannah Vanderheide.

Clip from Funnybone, a short film by Laura d’Augello (comedy, Aussie, quirky, mockumentary). Claire is a clown therapist, who probably needs more help than her clients.

Paper Cut, written by Jess Stanley (Comedy, rom com, British accent). A couple are trying to get down to business for the first time, but there’s just a little problem that gets in the way… Also starring Pat Moonie.

Fook my Life, written by Jess Stanley. Two friends bond at a costume party gone slightly wrong in this quirky comedy. Also starring Siobhan Connors.

Working girls (drama, Aussie, rough). Lily has been stealing clients off the other girls so Jean confronts her about it. But Jean may be more personally invested in Lily than either of them realises.

The Doctor Blake Mysteries, ABC (Period drama, 50s, Australian, victim)

Gasoline (Dramatic, tough, Gen. American accent). Sadie has finally caught the man who has made her life a living hell, and now it’s time for some payback.

Adapted from Normal People by Sally Rooney (Southern Irish accent, drama, romantic). A young couple ruminate on what would happen if they were to get married.

Jessica Stanley TVC Reel