CASTING CALL – HISTORICAL FANTASY SHORT FILM

Description

PRODUCTION:
"The Stranger" Independent short film

WRITER & DIRECTOR:
Dr Jessica Secmezsoy Urquhart

LOGLINE:
A historical fantasy inspired by the Poetic Edda following Odin, disguised as a wandering stranger, as he seeks a powerful völva to learn the fate of the gods before Ragnarök

SEEKING:
The Völva
Female-presenting
Playing age: 20–60
Strong dramatic performance skills
Experience with classical or heightened language desirable but not essential

Odin / The Wanderer
Male-presenting
Playing age: 30–70
Long hair preferred or willingness to wear appropriate styling
Strong dramatic performance skills
Experience with classical or heightened language desirable but not essential

LOCATION:
St Andrews and nearby locations, Scotland

SHOOT DURATION:
1–2 days

FILMING WINDOW:
Late August to mid-September
1–2 shoot dates
Rehearsal day may take place beforehand

COMPENSATION:
Payment not yet guaranteed
If unpaid, reasonable travel expenses, food and refreshments will be provided