CASTING CALL – CASTRATO (LONDON)

Description

PRODUCTION
psychological horror proof of concept

LOGLINE
when Peter is discovered with a voice untouched by time, a twitchy priest and a regimented French choir director will do anything to preserve his divine sound.

ROLES
PETER
male, 8–11
quiet, sensitive, innocent and deeply musical. emotionally withdrawn following personal tragedy, with a rare natural talent that draws intense attention from the adults around him.

ALBERT
male, 10–14
a disciplined choirboy who masks insecurity with confidence and control. intelligent, sharp and emotionally guarded beneath a composed exterior.

MICHEL-CESAR
male, 40–60
a prestigious French choir director. precise, composed and deeply devoted to musical perfection. beneath his calm warmth lies something unsettlingly obsessive.

NURSE VALENTINA
female, 35–60
a quiet presence within the conservatoire’s medical wing. minimal dialogue/screen time in this proof of concept.

LOCATION
London

SHOOT DATES
13–14 June (1 day shoot)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
contains psychological horror themes and references to historical medical practices

no graphic nudity or explicit surgical content will be filmed

child safeguarding procedures will be in place on set, with parent/guardian presence welcome at all times