CASTING CALL – Extras for Tired of Experts (Graduate Film)

Description

CASTING CALL – Extras for Tired of Experts (Graduate Film)

Production is urgently seeking film extras (any gender, age 20+) for the University of York graduate film Tired of Experts, a political satire centered around the chaos following the death of MP Robert Sinjon on election night.

Roles (Extras)

Applicants may be cast as:
• Parent
• Librarian
• Student
• Event / Waiting Staff
• Formal Event Attendees
• Care Home Residents

Location
York City Centre, York

Filming Window
6th – 13th March 2026

Specific Shoot Times

March 7
12:00 – 13:30: Parent role
14:30 – 16:30: Care resident, librarian, and student roles

March 9
11:00 – 17:00 or 13:30 – 17:00: Event attendees and waiting staff

March 10
10:00 – 17:00: Event attendees and waiting staff

Production Details

This is an unpaid student production.

Provided on set:
• Food and drinks
• Travel expenses within York

Content Warning

The film may include references to:
• Death
• Drug use
• Obscene or offensive language
• Sex scandals (mentioned, not depicted)

About the Film

Tired of Experts is a political satire exploring the absurd scramble for power, control, and survival that unfolds after the sudden death of a prominent politician during election night.

Additional Notes

This project is created by students for assessment purposes at the University of York, but it is not an official university production. Participation is voluntary, with expenses provided for travel, food, and accommodation if needed.