Student Film Casting Call

Description

Location: Falmouth / Penryn area

Filming Dates:
— 28th February – 1st March 2026
— 9th & 10th March 2026
— 13th – 15th March 2026

Project: Student Short Film

Role Available:
Harry Waterman

Synopsis:
The main character, Samuel, has unresolved trauma connected to becoming a father. When he is told that his wife is pregnant, he panics and runs away. He ends up in the woods where he spent much of his childhood and sets up a fishing rod to give himself time to think. While there, an old friend appears and the two share a deep conversation about the importance of being present for family. The conversation eventually convinces Samuel to return home and apologise to his wife. It is later revealed that the old man is the ghost of Samuel’s father.

Character Details – Harry Waterman:
— Gender: Male
— Playing Age: 45–50
— Appearance: Tall, kind eyes, any ethnicity or race, any hair or eye colour
— Preferably with a beard
— No noticeable tattoos

Personality:
Married with two sons. Technically deceased. Kind, calm, and thoughtful, always offering sage advice. Deeply loving towards his wife and children.