CASTING CALL – ‘HANDBRAKE’ SHORT FILM

Description

LOOKING FOR
DEBRA
Female, 70s, any ethnicity. Warm, thoughtful and quietly funny, Debra finds comfort in the happy memories she has built with Greg. Faced with an unexpected future, she struggles to look ahead, but beneath her nerves is a quiet strength and deep love for the life they have shared.

Younger actors who can convincingly play 70 are welcome to apply. Must be able to drive, as filming will take place on private land over a very short distance. Must be comfortable with night shoots.

GREGORY
Male, 70s, any ethnicity. Rigid, stubborn and set in his ways, Gregory can appear cold and difficult to read. Beneath his icy exterior is a deeply loving man whose devotion to Debra runs deeper than he knows how to express.

Younger actors who can convincingly play 70 are welcome to apply. Must be comfortable with night shoots.

JACK
Middle-aged, white British male. Permanently outraged, quick-tempered and always ready for a scrap. A man who seems to have a bone to pick with the entire world.

Must be comfortable with night shoots.

LOCATION
Greetwell, Lincoln

SHOOT DATES
2 nights in early 2027

COMPENSATION
Paid role

PREFERENCES
Actors based in Lincolnshire or the East Midlands are particularly encouraged to apply, although actors further afield will be considered. Real-life couples are also welcome to apply.

Previous acting experience is not required.