CASTING CALL | STUDENT SHORT FILM | BELFAST

Description

PROJECT
Dear Mummy

LOGLINE
After her mother unexpectedly dies, Saoirse tries to navigate her newfound grief and plan a proper Irish send off while her dream job hangs in the balance.

LOOKING FOR

SAOIRSE (Lead)
Female
Irish from West Belfast
Playing age 20s–30s

TRACEY (Supporting)
Female
Irish from West Belfast
Playing age 40s–50s

LYNNE (Lead)
Female
Irish from West Belfast
Playing age 50s–60s

CAT (Supporting)
Female
Irish from West Belfast
Playing age 50s–60s

MICHELLE (Supporting)
Female
Irish from West Belfast
Playing age 20s–30s

THERESA (Supporting)
Female
Irish from West Belfast
Playing age 50s–60s

WILLIAM (Supporting)
Male
English
Playing age 20s–30s

PRODUCTION DETAILS
15-minute dark comedic drama short film

LOCATION
Belfast

SHOOT DATES
2nd–4th July 2026

COMPENSATION
Food and travel costs covered
Showreel footage provided
Student production with festival distribution plans