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EUROPE: actors (m) 16-60 | (f) 38-40, English spkrs, for short film in Prague [NP]

Production Type: short film

Taking Actors From: Europe

Closing Date: Wednesday, 5th February, 2025

Payment: Unpaid

Casting Overview

Casting BOYISH, a short film (student production).

"BOYISH" is a drama about identity, loyalty, and the darker sides of adolescence. Lucas, a 16-year-old boy, struggles with bullying at his new school and an oppressive need to fit in. While his best friend, Oscar, offers genuine friendship and support, Lucas finds himself drawn to a group of older men led by Oliver. What starts as a refuge from his tormentors turns into a dangerous descent as Lucas is swept into their world, their toxic influence pushing him to betray those who truly care about him. The film explores themes of masculinity, vulnerability, and the heartbreaking costs of seeking acceptance in the wrong places.

For this project, we are prioritizing applicants who are either currently in acting school or have never acted before. As a student short film with a very small budget, we aim to create a space that welcomes fresh faces and emerging talent who are eager to bring their passion for storytelling to life. The director is particularly looking for individuals with enthusiasm, creativity, and a genuine love for the craft of acting—even if this will be their first experience on set. While the conditions may not be the most comfortable, we are committed to fostering an environment that values collaboration, exploration, and growth for all involved.

Shooting location: Prague
Shooting dates: 11th / 12th / 13th / 14th / 15th / 16th February 2025

Non-paid project. Meals are provided.

Roles

Role: role Lucas

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 16–17

Languages: English

ROLE: Lucas (16) A reserved and introspective teenager with a fragile sense of self. Struggling with bullying and a need to belong, Lucas is caught between his friendship with Oscar and the dangerous allure of Oliver’s group. Physically, he is slightly overweight and often carries a demeanor of nervousness and insecurity.

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Role: role Oscar

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 16–17

Languages: English

Oscar (16) Lucas's best friend, vibrant and self-assured, with a witty and sarcastic edge. He often wears brightly painted nails, signaling his confidence in his identity. Oscar represents acceptance and genuine connection, but his relationship with Lucas is tested by betrayal.

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Role: role Ryan | Justin

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 17–18

Languages: English

Ryan (17) | Justin (17) Bullies from Lucas’school. They are loud, cruel, and domineering, serving as antagonists who mock and threaten Lucas and Oscar.

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Role: role Oliver

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 19–21

Languages: English

Oliver (20) Charismatic but deeply troubled, Oliver is the leader of the older group Lucas is drawn into. He exudes confidence and a tough demeanor but hides deeply his secrets. Oliver is manipulative and has a commanding presence.

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Role: roles Oliver's friends

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 23–26

Languages: English

Alfie (24) | Harry (24) | Ezra (25) Oliver’s close-knit group of friends. They are rough and often engage in crude, reckless behavior. Their camaraderie is underpinned by a shared sense of alienation, and they influence Lucas’s descent into violence and betrayal.

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Role: role Mrs. Davies

Gender: female

Playing Ages: 38–40

Languages: English

Mrs. Davies (39) Mrs. Davies is the principal of Westview High School. Polished and professional, she exudes an air of calm authority and empathy.

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Role: role Worker

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 45–50

Languages: English

Worker (40s) A middle-aged individual, likely in their early 40s, with a no-nonsense demeanor but a good heart.

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Role: role Robert

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 50–54

Languages: English

Robert (52) Lucas’s father, a working-class man with a casual, distant parenting style. His reliance on Lucas for small household tasks shows their strained but functional relationship.

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Role: role Mr. Brown

Gender: male

Playing Ages: 56–60

Languages: English

Mr. Brown (58) A calm and composed cinema studies teacher at Lucas’school. While he seems professional and supportive on the surface, he becomes a target of Oliver’s group. Mr. Brown’s character reflects the complexities of adult-student dynamics and how perceptions can shape reputations.

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