CASTING CALL – ‘BLINDSIDED’ SHORT FILM

Description

A tense drama exploring relationships, prejudice, abuse of power, grief and the consequences of silence.

LOOKING FOR:
JULIET
Female, playing age 19–23. Fashionable, expressive and energetic, with natural friendship chemistry with Nediya. Able to deliver honest advice without sounding judgemental.

MASON
Male, playing age 20–24. Energetic and approachable, with natural comic timing. Should feel like Roman’s brother despite not being related.

NEDIYA
Female, playing age 19–23. Expressive with a warm presence, able to shift quickly into anxiety, frustration and emotional strength.

MS BAKER
East Asian female, playing age 35–45. Warm, composed and approachable, with observant eyes, a calming voice and quiet authority. Should make people feel safe while confidently challenging them to be honest.

COACH HAINES
White male, playing age 40–50. Physically believable as a former athlete, with a firm voice and approachable presence. Able to communicate care without becoming overly sentimental.

DANIEL
Black or African male, playing age 45–60. Strong or imposing presence, stern eyes and a controlled voice. Should appear emotionally guarded and shaped by strict cultural expectations.

JONES
Male, playing age 35–45. Professional and authoritative, with a tired or pressured quality. Should feel like a demanding manager rather than an outright bully.

LOCATION
Manchester

SHOOT DATES
Mid-November 2026

COMPENSATION:
Unpaid