CASTING CALL – WESTHEAD | SALFORD / MANCHESTER

Description

PRODUCTION
University of Salford MA Film Production Short Film

LOGLINE
Charlie, a teenage boy, is kicked out of school after a fight and must grapple with the repercussions and where he can go next.

A film exploring neurodiversity in the UK school system.

SEEKING
CHARLIE
• Male
• Character age: 14–16
• Actor age: 18–21
• Caucasian
• North West England accent

A kind yet feisty teenager who struggles to fit in at school but whose passion for art shines through.

SHARON
• Female
• Character age: 35–55
• Actor age: 30–50
• Caucasian
• North West England accent

Charlie’s mother. Stern yet loving and wants the best for her son despite his flaws.

MR. GARRITY
• Male
• Character age: 30–50
• Actor age: 25–55
• Caucasian
• North West England accent

Charlie’s teacher. Firm but sympathetic, kind, caring and tired.

ADDITIONAL ROLES
Actors auditioning for Charlie and Sharon may also be considered for side characters Debbie (Receptionist) and Harry (another teenage boy).

LOCATION
Salford / Manchester

DATES
Week commencing 13th July 2026
or
Week commencing 20th July 2026

SHOOT LENGTH
3–4 Days

COMPENSATION
Unpaid student project

Production hopes to provide travel and food expenses.