A dark comedy about grief and family relationships.
Robbie and Mary have to get through an excruciating memorial that has a DJ, karaoke and a pregnancy announcement / gender reveal planned by their half sister Lisa.
Shooting 6th - 9th March in TW19
Auditions in Elephant and Castle within the next few weeks
Travel Expenses Paid
Student film hoping to go to Film festivals
Robbie (28-38yrs) Southern English Accent
Emotionally withdrawn but has a kind heart, he's holding it together for Mary and his Dad
Steve (57-70yrs) Southern English Accent
Mary, Robbie and Lisa’s dad doesn’t get involved in the arguing he’s still devastated by the loss of his wife but insists he’s fine.
Lisa (39-47yrs) Southern English Accent
Self centred and definitely doesn’t know whats appropriate at a memorial.
Natalie (49-65yrs)
A close family friend who has taken on a bit of a motherly role to everyone, kind and soft spoken.
Bill (50-65yrs)
The drunk best friend of steve who has awful timing for his awkward comments. Very funny character
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Location: Chorley, UK and surrounding areas
Project Type: Low-budget short film
Genre: Romantic Drama
Commitment: Unpaid (with potential for paid roles in future feature film)
Production Dates: 11th–13th March 2026
Read-through: 21st February 2026, 3pm – Leyland Golf Club
About the Project
Got to Be Certain follows an aspiring artist and barista searching for love, who finds herself caught in a romantic rivalry between a charismatic lead singer and a drummer. The short film is being produced to showcase the heart, tone, and characters of a feature film currently in development.
This is a passion-driven project aimed at securing funding for a full-length feature film in 2027. While roles in this short are unpaid, selected cast members will be strongly considered for paid roles in the feature. Travel expenses will be covered. Applicants should ideally be based in the North West of England.
Role Available
Josh – Lead Male
– Gender: Male
– Age: Mid-20s
– Ethnicity: Open
– Accent: Northern
Character Description:
Josh is the band’s drummer. Warm, grounded, and quietly observant, he acts as the emotional anchor of the group. Often overlooked, his presence brings calm and clarity when tensions rise. His humour is dry and well-timed, and his loyalty runs deep, even when caught between friends. Josh does not seek the spotlight, but when he speaks, it matters.
Drumming experience is a bonus but not required. There is potential to form a real band, work with an existing band, and co-write original songs.
What to Expect
– Scenes range from intimate conversations to ensemble party moments
– Footage will be used for the short film, pitching the feature film, festival submissions, and personal showreels
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Actors Wanted: Project Title: (This Is My) Family
Genre: Comedy/Dark Comedy
Payment: Expenses Paid Only.
Roles:
Co Lead: Shaun. Age 35-50. Male
Co Lead: Marie. Age. 25-35. Female
Co Lead: Clare. Age 35-50. Female
Co Lead: Elizabeth. Age 60-75. Female
West London/Themes Valley Areas
Project Description
A dysfunctional family is forced together for a family event that ends in expected catastrophe. Clare (the overbearing wife), Shaun (the weak husband), Elizabeth (the narcissistic mother) and Marie (the rebellious daughter) will all try to make it through this painful occasion but there's only so much they can all take.
The film will consist of long uninterrupted segments/scenes all shot within one static shot. This gives the film the feeling of a live theatre performance.
Key dates & Locations
Shooting Dates: Friday April 10, Saturday April 11, Sunday April 12 and Monday April 13.
Location TBC, Searching For Location in West London/Thames Valley.
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Project Type: Independent Feature Film
Genre: Drama
Location: London, UK
Language: English
Status: Casting main and supporting roles
Casting for an independent drama feature film to be shot in London. We are looking for committed actors for the following roles:
MAIN ROLES
CAMILA
• Gender: Female
• Age range: 25–35
• Ethnicity / Background: Open (Eastern European / Ukrainian background is a plus)
• Language: Must speak English + at least one additional language
• Character notes: Strong emotional range, dramatic performance, sensitive and resilient character.
• Important: Ability to perform intense emotional scenes.
THOMAS
• Gender: Male
• Age range: 30–40
• Nationality / Look: English (open to English actors with Hispanic or Italian heritage, or similar look)
• Physical requirement: Athletic build (important for the character)
• Character notes: Charismatic, authoritative, emotionally complex.
• Important: Thomas and Peter must be believable as lookalikes.
PETER
• Gender: Male
• Age range: 30–40
• Nationality / Look: Same as Thomas (English / Hispanic / Italian appearance)
• Character notes: Peter is the physical double of Thomas, so resemblance is essential.
• Important: Must convincingly resemble Thomas.
SIMON
• Gender: Male
• Age range: 19–30
• Look: Must have a young / adolescent-looking face
• Character notes: Actor must portray two stages of the same character:
• Simon as a teenager
• Simon in his early 30s
• Important: Physical resemblance to Thomas/Peter is required (same family).
SUPPORTING ROLES
POLICE OFFICERS (2 roles)
• Gender: Male
• Age range: 25–40
• Nationality: English
• Height: Between 1.75 m and 1.85 m
• Character notes: Serious, authoritative presence.
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Open casting for a short, character-driven film titled TURBO.
A quiet story about movement, survival, and the people who exist in between.
The film follows a rough sleeper across one night on Bristol’s Gloucester Road.
Shooting in Bristol
Dates TBC – April / May 2026
Deadline: 29th January
Selected applicants will be invited to the self-tape stage.
ROLES:
TALLY + CON
– Early 20s
– Open to all ethnicities
– Strong comedic instincts with an edge
– Natural chemistry as a pair
– Must feel recognisable, not caricatured
– Improvised energy welcome within structure
Typical early-20s students out for the night, with undertones of arrogance and ignorance.
TURBO
– Black male
– Playing age: 60–70
– Quiet authority
– Comfortable with subtle improvisation
– Able to hold the screen through stillness and restraint
– Deeply layered
A rough sleeper on Gloucester Road. Observes the area with quiet wisdom.
CHARLIE
– Playing age: 22–27
– Open to all ethnicities
– High emotional transparency without melodrama
– Innocent, emotionally exposed, deeply truthful
A younger rough sleeper and Tia’s boyfriend, driving urgency and movement in the story.
AARON
– Playing age: 40–50
– Open to all ethnicities
– Warm, fatherly disposition
– Big presence, physically and emotionally
– Comfortable with naturalistic dialogue
– Comic timing
A launderette owner who connects with Turbo over the night.
TIA
– Female, early 20s
– Open to all ethnicities
– Quiet intensity
– Must convey fear, conflict, and care with minimal dialogue
– Deeply personable with underlying curiosity
The emotional focus of the journey and key connection with Turbo.
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Role requirements:
– Male
– Early 20s age range
– Medium-tall, slim to medium build
– Dark blonde hair, longer on top
– Ideally has a leather jacket of any colour to bring
This is a paid role.
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Shooting in London. PAID.
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Casting five actors for an upcoming student short film shooting in Sheffield.
Roles Required:
— 3 female actors aged 40–50
— 1 female actor aged 20–30
— 1 male actor aged 40–50
Availability Required:
— 9th February
— 10th February
— 16th February
Applicants must be able to travel to Sheffield on the filming dates.
This is an unpaid student production, offering a strong portfolio-building opportunity, on-set experience, and screen credit.
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1930s Period Drama Short Film
A 1930s-set period drama exploring a tragic relationship between two young lovers who fight to be together but are ultimately unsuccessful.
Role Available: Yvette Astor
Character Details:
Yvette is bright, bubbly, and naïve, from a strict aristocratic background. She is a hopeless romantic who falls deeply in love with someone disapproved of by her family.
Role Requirements:
— Convincing on-screen chemistry with a male lead
— Emotionally demanding performance
— Must be comfortable portraying crying and emotional breakdowns
Playing Age: 16–21
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Any
Location: South Yorkshire
Production Window: Weekdays, February 2025
Filming Locations: Sheffield and Rotherham
Payment:
This is an unpaid opportunity. Travel and food expenses are covered.
Footage will be shared upon request for portfolio use. Local travel will be compensated.
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Male or Female Actors - 16-20 years old - Any Ethnicity - must be able to speak fluent SCOTTISH GAELIC.
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