Casting for Young People in BBC Film Short (Northern Ireland)
Job Description: We are seeking young actors based in Northern Ireland for roles in an upcoming BBC Film short set in 1950s Northern Ireland. This short film will be shot near Belfast and focuses on two siblings. This is a fantastic opportunity for young talent to participate in a professional production. No acting experience is required, and we welcome real-life siblings to apply.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray one of two sibling characters in a short film set in 1950s Northern Ireland.
- Work closely with the director and production team to bring authenticity and depth to your role.
- Participate in rehearsals and filming while taking direction and contributing to a collaborative atmosphere on set.
- Remain professional, focused, and flexible during the filming process.
Requirements:
- Must be based in Northern Ireland.
- Seeking:
- Girls aged 8-10 years old
- Boys aged 10-12 years old
- No acting experience required, but an interest in performance is a plus.
- Sibling pairs are encouraged to apply.
- Comfortable working on set and able to follow directions.
Compensation:
- Paid roles for the young actors cast in the film.
- A chance to be part of a professional BBC production with exposure to the film industry.
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Job Description
The IADT short film Lapse in Consciousness is seeking two talented male actors for key roles in a surreal psychological drama exploring the fragile boundary between dreams and reality. The film follows Peter, a young man drifting through life in a haze, as his perception of reality begins to distort after a mysterious television broadcast mirrors his thoughts.
This is an unpaid student production, but food and transport will be provided for all participants.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray characters with emotional nuance and authenticity in a surreal, introspective narrative.
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Collaborate closely with the director and cinematography team to bring out the film’s dreamlike tone.
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Participate fully during filming days and rehearsals.
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Take direction effectively to capture both realism and abstract emotion.
Character Breakdown
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John: Male, mid to late 50s. A grounded yet distant figure representing the faded connection between reality and illusion.
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Peter: Male, early 20s. Drifts through life as if in a dream, his sense of reality slowly unraveling as strange events begin to mirror his inner turmoil.
Requirements
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Male actors within specified age ranges.
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Comfortable performing in an emotionally complex and atmospheric short film.
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Must be available for filming on November 13th, 14th, and 15th.
Compensation
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Unpaid
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Food and transport covered during filming.