CASTING CALL – STUDENT SHORT FILM ‘Don’t Forget the Butter’

Description

Casting for a 7–9 minute student short film as part of a second-year project at the University of Greenwich.

Synopsis:
A man sets out to complete the next task on a bucket list: finding the best toast topping. As the story unfolds, it is revealed that the list belonged to his late girlfriend, who passed suddenly and unexpectedly. Completing the list becomes his way of honouring her memory and processing his grief.

Roles Available

Character 1
– Gender: Male
– Age: 20–25
– Ethnicity: White
– Quiet, slightly awkward but charming
– Earthy colour palette, Wes Anderson–style tone
– This role involves eating various foods
– Must have no allergies or intolerances

Character 2
– Gender: Female
– Age: 20–25
– Ethnicity: Any
– Quirky, bubbly, and happy to push herself outside her comfort zone

Character 3 (Voice Role)
– Gender: Male
– Age: 20–25
– Ethnicity: Any
– Unseen character, heard via phone call
– Very common London accent
– Voice of reason
– Applicants must be able to travel to Greenwich (dates TBC)

Filming Details

– Location: East London (end of the District Line)
– Dates: w/c 23rd February – w/c 2nd March 2026 (exact dates TBC)

Please ensure availability to travel to East London before applying.