Casting Call: Short Film/Music Video for Charley Palmer Rothwell
Casting Roles:
1. Mr. Wrath (Central Character)
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Role Description: Mr. Wrath is the central character of the film. He is an old man who is stuck in his ways, with a gritty and characterful face.
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Responsibilities: The actor chosen for this role will be needed for both days of filming. They will be the focal point of the story.
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Requirements: We are looking for a white male aged 50-60 years old with a distinct and characterful face.
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Compensation: £75-£100 per day + reasonable expenses covered.
2. Dr. Singh (Secondary Character)
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Role Description: Dr. Singh is a secondary character who plays the role of a doctor in a surrealist version of a hospital. This character is a combination of Sikh god and bohemian hipster.
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Responsibilities: The actor for Dr. Singh will have a few lines to deliver to the camera, primarily lip-synced to the track. They will add a unique and surreal element to the story.
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Requirements: We are looking for an actor who can embody the essence of a Sikh god and a bohemian hipster. While a long beard and characteristic face are preferred, they are not essential.
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Compensation: £50 for half a day + reasonable expenses covered.
3. Hey Zeus (Secondary Character)
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Role Description: Hey Zeus is another secondary character who plays the role of a taxi driver. This character should have visible facial differences such as birthmarks, scars, etc.
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Responsibilities: The actor for Hey Zeus will need to showcase their driving skills as this character is a taxi driver. A clean and valid driver’s license is required for this role.
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Requirements: We are looking for an actor with visible facial differences to add uniqueness to the character. Driving skills and a valid driver’s license are a must.
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Compensation: £50 for half a day + reasonable expenses covered.
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Appear as featured talent in a professional music video
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Perform in intimate, stylized scenes as part of a cinematic narrative
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Male-identifying talent, ages 18–30
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Comfortable with emotionally intimate on-camera scenes
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