Casting Call for Leading Child Role in “Deliverance” Short Film
Casting Call for Leading Child Role in “Deliverance” Short Film
Role: Leading Child Role
Gender: Boy or Girl
Cultural Heritage: Nigerian Heritage
Age Requirement: Child with a playing age of 5 – 9 years
Specific Requirements:
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing
- No previous acting experience is necessary.
Compensation: This is a paid role. Compensation details will be provided to candidates who are contacted for an audition.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in rehearsals and take direction from the film director.
- Perform the role to the best of their ability, conveying emotions and actions as per the script.
- Be available during the rehearsal and filming dates without conflicting commitments.
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Lead Male Actor for Upcoming Feature Film
Job Description
An upcoming feature film is seeking an outstanding male lead actor for a character-driven role filming in the UK. Casting is specifically looking for a gay LGBTQ+ actor who is Irish or can deliver an authentic Irish accent, ideally with ties to the Irish Traveller community. Real boxing skills are required for the role, so performers with genuine fight training and ring experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform as the lead character in a feature film with emotional range and strong screen presence
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Deliver an authentic Irish accent consistently across scenes
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Perform boxing action safely and believably using real boxing technique
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Collaborate with directors and scene partners, taking adjustments quickly
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Maintain continuity in performance, physicality, and character choices throughout production
Requirements
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Male actor, ages 25–30
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White
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Gay LGBTQ+ actor
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Irish or able to perform an authentic Irish accent
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From the Irish Traveller community strongly preferred
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Real boxing skills and experience required
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Must be able to work in the UK
Compensation
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Paid lead role (rate shared upon selection)