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ENGLAND: actors (m), 18-75 English spkrs, for a graduation film in Leeds [E]

Production Type: short film

Taking Actors From: Leeds, Great Britain

Closing Date: Saturday, 12th March, 2022

Payment: Expenses Only

Casting Overview

For a graduation film of students of the Leeds Beckett University.

’The Rising Sun’ follows a group of old men who indulge in old habits (gambling, drinking, smoking) contrary to family/doctor’s advice. At a poker game the main character, John,  suffers a stroke and he decides to conceal his condition in order to see out the game.

Filming dates 30th March to 2nd April 2022.

Shooting locations are in Pudsley, Morley and Batley.

Travel and food expenses will be covered.

Roles

Role: Male Role

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 65–75

Languages: English

Role Ethnicity: White

For the character of REGGIE Reggie is a simple man who likes to keep things simple and unproblematic, even though he discards his health and duties to his family; alongside his friends. He's the voice of reason within the group and best friend to JOHN, the lead.

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Role: Male Role

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 30–45

Languages: English

Role Ethnicity: White

For the character of DAVE (Supporting role) Dave is a pushover and does his best to avoid confrontation. Needed for one scene - at an awkward family dinner.

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Role: Male Role

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 18–20

Languages: English

Role Ethnicity: White

For the character of ZACK (Supporting role). Zack is on the weaker side and looks for approval when wanting to speak. Needed for one scene - at an awkward family dinner.

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