CASTING CALL – LET YOU HAVE IT’ INDEPENDENT SHORT FILM

Description

LOGLINE
An intimate psychological drama about fear, love, ambition and creative ownership, following two young writers whose lives, work and identities have become so intertwined that neither can distinguish what belongs to whom.

SEEKING
Male lead playing age 21–24

CHARACTER DESCRIPTION – BLAKE FRASER
An intelligent, talented and attentive young man with deep flaws. The role requires strong emotional range, a sharp understanding of subtext and the ability to portray conflicting emotions with honesty and restraint.

Blake is neither a conventional romantic lead nor an antagonist. His intelligence, humour, tenderness and flaws must feel equally genuine.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS
- Strong emotional range and nuanced performance
- Ability to portray conflicting emotions with honesty and restraint
- Non-explicit romantic intimacy, including kissing and affectionate physical contact
- All boundaries will be discussed and agreed upon prior to filming

LOCATION
London

SHOOT DATES
January 2027 (TBC)

SHOOT DURATION
2 days

COMPENSATION
Not currently guaranteed; expenses subject to budget

DEADLINE
November 22, 2026, 11:59 PM GMT

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All ethnicities and experience levels welcome. Emerging actors encouraged to apply. Previous screen credits are not essential.

Shortlisted actors will be invited to a recorded chemistry read with the director/co-star.