CASTING CALL – Actress Roles Student Short Film | University of Portsmouth

Description

CASTING CALL – Actress Roles
Student Short Film | University of Portsmouth

A University of Portsmouth student production is casting two actresses for a short film exploring the difficult realities faced by ballet dancers, including themes of pressure, identity and domestic abuse.

Synopsis
Set in the winter of 2008, a daughter returns to her childhood home, once again confronted by her mother’s expectations. This time, however, she refuses to remain trapped. What follows is a raw and emotional confrontation where long-buried truths and suffocating love finally collide.

The 5-minute short film explores themes of nostalgia, identity, sacrifice, acceptance and family relationships.

Roles

Jane
Playing Age: 18–24
A young ballet dancer nearing the end of training at one of the UK’s most prestigious dance schools. Returning home, she must face the complicated relationship she has with her mother.
The role requires strong emotional range with scenes of confrontation and quiet insecurity.

Carol
Playing Age: 35–50
Jane’s mother. Once an aspiring ballet dancer herself, she sacrificed her own ambitions and has never fully forgiven nor forgotten that loss.
Looking for an actress capable of portraying emotional complexity, including scenes of argument and moments of silent regret.

Filming
Late March
Location details will be provided upon application.