CASTING CALL – ‘HEY LIZZIE’ SHORT FILM

Description

looking for local talent for an upcoming production in Preston, Lancashire.

LOOKING FOR:
Alex – 20s, female
Bubbly and hopeful. After her girlfriend Lizzie takes her own life, Alex records videos to keep the memory of their relationship alive.

Lizzie – 20s, female
A brave face hiding deep sadness. Struggles with work, family and depression bring dysfunction to her life and relationships, eventually leading her to take her own life.

Susan – 40s–50s, female
Empathetic and loving. Alex’s mother, who is conscious of the struggle that comes with loss and tries her hardest to help her daughter reach a better place.

GENRE:
Drama, romance

TONE:
Tragic, hopeful

LOCATION:
Preston, Lancashire, UK

REHEARSAL DATES:
TBC

FILMING DATES:
8–11 February 2027

COMPENSATION:
Unpaid
Transportation and food provided

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
All roles are open to actors of any ethnicity or gender identity.
Chosen actors will be contacted to submit self-tape auditions.

DEADLINE:
4 December 2026