CASTING CALL – SHORT FILM (CARDIFF, WALES)

Description

PRODUCTION
STATIC

GENRE
magical realism, drama

LOGLINE
Two strangers form a meaningful bond after a mysterious radio signal brings them together, forcing them to confront the patterns keeping them trapped between the lives they live and the lives they long for

LOOKING FOR
TOM (LEAD)
male, playing age 28–35

Radio engineer. Intelligent, dependable and quietly restless. Spends his life waiting for something to change but struggles to take action when opportunity appears. Beneath his reserved exterior is a deep longing for connection and purpose.

REQUIREMENTS
South Wales accent preferred
driving licence required

EIRA (LEAD)
female, playing age 25–32
open to all accents
Independent, warm and perceptive. Appears comfortable in her own skin, yet quietly wrestles with disappointment and uncertainty about her future. Possesses an openness that encourages honesty in others while concealing her own vulnerabilities.

PERFORMANCE STYLE
subtle, naturalistic performances
grounded realism

LOCATION
Cardiff, Wales

SHOOT DATES
13–16 July 2026

AUDITIONS
27 June 2026
University of South Wales (Cardiff Campus)

COMPENSATION
travel expenses within Cardiff covered
meals provided during filming