CASTING CALL – PAID STUDENT FILM – PRECIOUS THINGS

Description

A short drama written and directed by Suzy Hopkinson

Tagline:
When control masquerades as love, a mother chooses freedom.

Filming:
Late February
South London

Project Type:
Paid student short film

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KATE (late 30s) – Lead
Jamie’s mum. Kate has escaped a coercive marriage and is rediscovering herself. Kind, funny and gentle, with low self-esteem. Juggling caring for Jamie and a new job, while learning to enjoy her freedom.

MARK (early 40s) – Supporting
Kate’s ex-husband and Jamie’s dad. Handsome and athletic. Appearance matters to him. Confident, domineering and manipulative, hiding these traits behind a veneer of affability. Short-tempered and used to getting his own way.

JAMIE (early teens) – Supporting
Kate’s autistic son. Sensitive and easily overwhelmed. Finds his parents’ separation very difficult. Self-soothes but is prone to debilitating meltdowns that leave him unable to function.

MEL (late 30s) – Supporting (small but pivotal role)
Kate’s old friend. Outgoing, confident and fun-loving. Very vocal in her opinions, fiercely loyal and supportive. Strong sense of humour and an infectious laugh.