Casting Call: Got to Be Certain

Description

Production: Double Six Productions
Project Type: Low-budget short film
Genre: Romantic Drama

Location: Chorley, UK and surrounding areas
Production Dates: 11th – 13th March 2026
Commitment: Unpaid (with potential for paid roles in future feature film)

An aspiring artist/barista, seeking love, finds herself caught in a romantic rivalry between a charismatic lead singer and a drummer. Got to Be Certain is a romantic drama feature currently in development, with this short film produced to showcase its heart, tone, and characters.

This project aims to secure funding for a full-length feature film in 2027. While roles in this initial short film are unpaid, selected cast members will be strongly considered for paid roles in the feature. Travel expenses will be covered. Ideally, applicants will be located in the North West of England.


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Josh – Lead Male

Gender: Male
Age: Mid 20s

Band’s drummer. Warm, grounded, and quietly observant. Josh is the emotional anchor of the group. Often overlooked, his presence brings calm and clarity when tensions rise. His humour is dry and well-timed, and his loyalty runs deep, even when caught between friends. Josh does not seek the spotlight, but when he speaks, it matters.

Performance Notes:
Requires subtle emotional presence and strong listening skills. Scenes rely on quiet reactions, understated humour, and moments of gentle truth-telling. Actor should be comfortable with stillness, eye contact, and emotionally supportive physicality.

Intimacy includes hugs, handholding, shoulder touches, and handholding with a male character (no nudity). Must convey depth without dramatics—Josh’s strength is in what he holds, not what he performs.

Drumming experience is a bonus but not required; drumming will be mimed to a backing track for the short film.

Accent: Northern
Additional Opportunity: Potential to form a real band/work with existing band and co-write original songs.


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What Is Being Looked For

Naturalistic acting

Comfort with dialogue-driven scenes

Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, low-budget environment

Musical ability is highly encouraged

Previous experience welcome but not essential



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What to Expect

Locations include kitchens, pubs, flats, outdoor spaces, and a tour bus

Scenes range from intimate conversations to ensemble party moments

Footage will be used for the short film, pitching the feature film, and festival submissions