Shoot Or Run Casting Call for Supporting Roles

Job Description
Fire in the Hole Productions is casting for the supporting role of Lucy Harding in the independent British crime drama Improper Bastards. The character is the former partner of the lead, a mother carrying profound guilt and inner conflict with immense restraint. This paid role requires a performance of subtle, psychological depth from an experienced professional actress.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lucy Harding with emotional restraint, moral complexity, and layered subtext.

• Collaborate with the director and lead cast to build authentic on-screen history and tension.

• Be available for the filming schedule in East Sussex from mid-April to early June.

• Deliver a performance rooted in silence and contained emotion rather than overt drama.

Requirements

• Female, White British actress, playing age early 30s to early 40s.

• Must have a London or Southern British accent.

• Professional actress with proven feature film experience (not a role for short-film-only or student performers).

• Must have a Spotlight listing and a strong, naturalistic showreel.

• Ability to convey deep emotion through subtlety and restraint is essential.

Compensation

• This is a paid supporting role in a feature film.

• Compensation includes payment, covered expenses, and an IMDb credit.

Job Description
An independent narrative film titled Shoot Or Run is seeking experienced actors for paid supporting roles. The project follows a character-driven story and is looking for performers who can bring emotional depth and realism to complex supporting characters. This opportunity is ideal for actors comfortable working in an independent film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in a scripted independent film

• Deliver nuanced, emotionally grounded performances

• Take direction from the director and collaborate with the cast

• Participate professionally in rehearsals and filming

Requirements

• Open to actors within the specified age ranges for each role

• Strong acting ability and comfort with character-driven material

• Ability to portray mature and complex personalities

• Must be based in or able to work in London

Compensation Details

• Paid supporting roles

• Compensation details provided upon booking

West African Women for Feature Film (Supporting Lead Role)

Job Description
A feature film is casting West African women for a prominent supporting role in an upcoming production. This paid opportunity is open to women worldwide and is ideal for performers interested in feature film work, powerful storytelling, and meaningful on-screen representation. No prior acting experience is required, making this an accessible opportunity for both new and emerging talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead supporting role in a narrative feature film

• Act opposite a principal character in emotionally driven scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Bring authenticity, presence, and natural performance on camera

Requirements

• Women ages 25–35

• West African background

• Can be based anywhere in the world

• No acting experience required

• Strong screen presence and willingness to perform on camera

• Ideally born in West Africa or having spent significant time there

Compensation

• Paid feature film role

• Professional on-screen credit

• Opportunity to appear in a major narrative film production

Independent Fantasy Feature Film – Child, Mother, and Father Roles

Job Description
An independent, artistic children’s fantasy feature film is now casting a child and two parent roles for a story rooted in imagination, warmth, and adventure. This character-driven project explores family bonds, curiosity, and the quiet magic of childhood through grounded, cinematic storytelling. The production is seeking expressive performers who are comfortable with subtle, emotionally present performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally grounded family characters in a story-led feature film

• Follow direction while delivering natural, intimate performances

• Participate in character-focused scenes emphasizing imagination and family connection

• Work collaboratively with fellow cast members and the creative team

Requirements

• Child role: Any gender, any ethnicity, playing age 10–14; confident, kind, curious, and adventurous

• Father role: Male performer, playing age 30s–40s; gentle, emotionally present, sensitive, and loving

• Mother role: Female performer, playing age 30s–40s; warm, nurturing, confident, and energetic

• Irish heritage welcome for parent roles but not required

• Actors who are parents encouraged but not required

• Comfortable with calm, grounded acting styles

Compensation

• Paid independent feature film roles

• Compensation discussed individually with shortlisted talent

• Opportunity to be part of a passion-led, cinematic fantasy project