• CASTING CALL – Actress Roles Student Short Film | University of Portsmouth

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    CASTING CALL – Actress Roles
    Student Short Film | University of Portsmouth

    A University of Portsmouth student production is casting two actresses for a short film exploring the difficult realities faced by ballet dancers, including themes of pressure, identity and domestic abuse.

    Synopsis
    Set in the winter of 2008, a daughter returns to her childhood home, once again confronted by her mother’s expectations. This time, however, she refuses to remain trapped. What follows is a raw and emotional confrontation where long-buried truths and suffocating love finally collide.

    The 5-minute short film explores themes of nostalgia, identity, sacrifice, acceptance and family relationships.

    Roles

    Jane
    Playing Age: 18–24
    A young ballet dancer nearing the end of training at one of the UK’s most prestigious dance schools. Returning home, she must face the complicated relationship she has with her mother.
    The role requires strong emotional range with scenes of confrontation and quiet insecurity.

    Carol
    Playing Age: 35–50
    Jane’s mother. Once an aspiring ballet dancer herself, she sacrificed her own ambitions and has never fully forgiven nor forgotten that loss.
    Looking for an actress capable of portraying emotional complexity, including scenes of argument and moments of silent regret.

    Filming
    Late March
    Location details will be provided upon application.

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  • Student Short Film “The Homebody”

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    CASTING CALL – Student Short Film
    “The Homebody”

    A third-year student production is casting for two roles in a short film. This is a great opportunity to work with a talented crew and gain experience on set.

    Synopsis
    “Ivan hasn’t left his room in months. Desperate to find out why, his flatmates discover what’s been keeping him locked away.”

    Roles

    Leon
    Male, 20s
    A laidback character who prefers wearing joggers and hoodies around the house. Balances work, university and nightlife fairly well.

    Charlie
    20s student
    Spends much of the day studying and lounges around the house in oversized pyjamas at night. Prefers a night in over a night out.
    Open to any gender identity.

    Filming Dates
    24th – 28th March (4-day shoot)
    General shooting window: 17th – 28th March

    This is a third-year student film. The role is unpaid, but transport will be covered and catering will be provided.

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  • ACTORS NEEDED – Student Short Film

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    ACTORS NEEDED – Student Short Film

    A student at the University of the Arts (London College of Communication) currently working on a short film for the course. Looking to cast three actors for this project.

    Project Title: Out of Frame
    A short film about a daughter trying to uncover the face of her late mother, who never left any photos of herself behind.

    Roles

    1. Lynn – Female, 30s, main character


    2. Sara – Female, 20s, Lynn’s mother


    3. Lawrence – Male, 50s, Lynn’s father



    Open to all ethnicities and races.

    Location
    All scenes will be filmed in London, Elephant and Castle.

    Filming Dates
    23rd April to 30th April 2026

    Please note this is an unpaid student production. However, travel costs and food will be covered for the duration of filming.

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  • CASTING CALL Main Female Role – “The Ties That Bind”

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    CASTING CALL
    Main Female Role – “The Ties That Bind”

    A gritty, independent, self-funded crime drama series currently in production is casting for a main female role.

    The series films every couple of weeks, with flexibility for longer blocks where needed to allow time for preparation, rehearsals and blocking.

    As this is a self-funded production, the role is currently unpaid while funding is being sought.

    In return, cast members will receive:
    • Significant screen time
    • Professional showreel footage
    • IMDb credit
    • Experience working alongside a professional crew and actors with credits across ITV, Netflix and Amazon Prime

    Locations
    County Durham / Darlington / Gateshead / Newcastle

    Essential Requirements
    • Must be able to drive
    • North East England based only
    • Strong commitment essential

    Role Details

    Shantel
    Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
    Accent: London / Oxfordshire
    Playing Age: 22–23
    Height: 5’5”–5’8”
    Build: Slim
    Hair: Long, brown or dark
    Eyes: Any
    Style: Jeans, combats, shirt, boots

    Character Synopsis

    Shantel is strong-willed, sarcastic and fiercely family-oriented — the kind of big sister who leads by example. A daring and determined police officer, she thrives on adrenaline and has an instinctive sense for danger.

    Raised around the job, she works closely with her high-end covert strategist mother, tackling high-stakes criminals and dangerous missions with courage and relentless tenacity.

    Having experienced more than most her age — emotionally and physically — she faces adversity head-on. Her world is a constant whirlwind of duty, danger and unbreakable family loyalty.

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  • FINAL YEAR FILM – UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD CASTING CALL “Much Ado” (Based on the play by William Shakespeare)

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    FINAL YEAR FILM – UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
    CASTING CALL
    “Much Ado” (Based on the play by William Shakespeare)

    A final year student production is casting for key roles in their adaptation.

    Roles Available

    Claudio
    Playing Age: 23–30
    Male
    Sincere in his love for Hero and genuinely well-meaning in his attempts to help Benedick and Beatrice, though his good intentions sometimes lead to emotional fallout.
    Skills: Intermediate Shakespeare training
    Shoot Dates: 16th–18th/19th March 2026
    Location: Capesthorne Hall

    Hero
    Playing Age: 20–25
    Female
    Though soft-spoken, she is far from passive. She drives the central scheme of the story with warmth and playful intelligence. Her love for Claudio is sincere, and her loyalty to Beatrice is unwavering.
    Skills: Intermediate Shakespeare training
    Shoot Dates: 16th–19th March 2026
    Location: Capesthorne Hall

    Grandparent
    Playing Age: 55–80
    Female or Male
    A warm and charismatic storyteller who serves as the narrative frame for the play. They have a subtle sparkle, with a touch of mischief and magic, making their presence both comforting and captivating.
    Shoot Dates: 21st/22nd March 2026
    Location: Mossley, Manchester

    All roles are unpaid.
    Transport expenses covered and catering provided.

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  • CASTING CALL – “Near Miss” (Working Title)

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    CASTING CALL – “Near Miss” (Working Title)

    A five-minute student short film shooting in Leeds is seeking two actors. Roles are unpaid.

    Roles

    Nate (25)
    Hungover, chaotic and clinging to the past. Masks insecurity with humour. A lovable mess who slowly realises his old friend has changed a lot.

    David (24)
    Polished and put-together. Former wild uni guy who has clearly grown up. Calm on the surface, coming from a privileged background.

    Synopsis
    After five years apart, two former university best friends meet for drinks. What begins as small talk quickly unravels into buried tension, mismatched memories and the uncomfortable realisation that one of them has changed — or perhaps always was this way.

    Location
    Leeds

    Project Type
    Student short film
    Unpaid roles

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  • URGENT – FINAL CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM “Unfortunate Fortunes”

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    URGENT – FINAL CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM
    “Unfortunate Fortunes”

    Calling actors based in (or willing to travel to) Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire.

    Synopsis
    Three crooks attempt to rob a clinic they believe will be the perfect score. Poor planning and sheer incompetence quickly get in the way when the clinic has little to no money. After a near run-in with the police, they turn to a scratch card to change their luck. Fortune appears to be on their side—before it is quite literally snatched from their hands.

    Please note: This filming contains a dog. Do not apply if you have an allergy.

    Lead Roles

    Benz
    Male, 20–30
    Laidback, often seen as the lazy member of the group. Calm and largely unconcerned about the outcome of situations.

    Sully
    Male, 20–30
    Naive but well-meaning. Frequently clueless about what is happening around him.

    Ritch
    Male, 20–30
    Self-appointed leader. Attempts to act like a professional criminal but often loses control. Short-tempered and easily frustrated.

    Extra

    Clinic Clerk
    Confused as to why two men are robbing a clinic that is closing down.

    Filming Dates
    2–3 days between 23 March and 5 April 2026

    Self-Tape Deadline
    Friday 6 March 2026

    Please note these roles are unpaid. Food and logistics will be covered by the production team.

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  • CASTING CALL – “NOT HIM” Final Year Student Short Film

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    CASTING CALL – “NOT HIM”
    Final Year Student Short Film

    Filming 23rd–29th March 2026
    Greater Manchester and surrounding areas

    Still casting for the following roles:

    Theo Jones – Male, 50–60 (Supporting)
    Beth’s father. A bubbly man who loves practical jokes and his daughter, though he feels their relationship has begun to drift apart.

    The Other – Male, 20–30 (Antagonist)
    A sly and sinister man, his origin unknown, who just wants to live his life, though he is drawn to the crueller and nastier parts of it.

    The Stranger – Male, 30–50 (Supporting)
    A confused, eerie presence. Similar to The Other, his origin and life are unknown.

    Synopsis
    Beth is out for an awkward welcome-home meal with her parents and her girlfriend. Mid-meal, her father goes to the toilet and does not return. In his place, a younger man comes and sits down with them. Beth becomes frightened and searches for her father to no avail, while no one else seems to notice the difference.

    All travel expenses paid. Food provided on set.

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  • Casting Call – Short Folk Horror Film

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    Casting Call - Short Folk Horror Film

    Writer/Director: Lara Fullalove
    Producer: Casper Webb
    Shoot Date: 1 day, est. 14 April 2026 (with possible hold on 15 April)
    Location: Hourder Plantation, North Bovey (Dartmoor)
    Timings: Night shoot, estimated wrap at midnight

    Expenses: Pre-approved travel expenses (up to £30)
    Catering: Food provided
    Costume: Custom costume provided
    Engagement: Volunteer basis (unpaid)

    Please note: Proposed dates and timings are approximate and subject to change. Production will provide as much notice as possible of any alterations.

    THE WOMEN

    Supporting Role(s)
    Playing age: Late 20s-60s
    5 roles available

    The women who gather around Kitty’s grave are echoes of the past, symbols of generations who came before. Spirits themselves, they represent the supernatural seeping into reality. They are reincarnations of Kitty - keepers of her story - protectors of the land and its memory.

    This is a physical, atmospheric role within a night exterior shoot. Performers should be comfortable working outdoors in rural conditions and low light.

    Gender: Female
    Appearance: Any
    Height: Any
    Pay: Unpaid. Travel expenses (up to £30) and catering provided.


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  • CASTING CALL – “You Don’t Sound Scottish” (Graduate Short Film)

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    CASTING CALL – “You Don’t Sound Scottish” (Graduate Short Film)

    Casting for a graduate short film about wild swimming in Scotland and embracing Scottish heritage. Filming will take place at Portobello Bay Beach, Edinburgh.

    Role Available

    Linda
    Female, 50s–60s
    President of the wild swimming group “The Selkies Snàmh Wild Swim Group”

    Linda does not get changed or enter the water. She will recite lines on Portobello Beach wearing a big coat, so no cold water swim is required. Ideally fluent or with an understanding of Gaelic, though this is not essential. Linda is friendly, warm and proud of Scotland.

    Synopsis
    The film follows Arabella, a 20-year-old woman who joins a wild swimming group to embrace her Scottish heritage. Within the group, Angus, in his 50s, is more well-liked and has a stronger-sounding Scottish accent. Arabella struggles to identify as Scottish through wild swimming.

    Genre: Short comedy
    Running time: Approximately 9–10 minutes

    Filming Date
    Saturday 7 March 2026
    Location: Portobello Bay Beach, Edinburgh

    Please note this is an unpaid role. Food and travel expenses will be covered.

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