Boy Swallows Universe’ Open Casting Call

Casting Elderly Talent with Unique Facial Features for Horror Franchise

Job Description
A major horror franchise is seeking men and women aged 60 and over with uniquely expressive faces—weathered, scarred, missing teeth, or naturally distinctive—to play lead roles in a new film project. This is a rare chance for older talent to step into the spotlight and portray unforgettable horror characters. The production embraces individuality and welcomes fresh, unusual looks that leave a lasting impression on screen.

Job Responsibilities
• Perform as a lead character in a high-profile horror production
• Take part in rehearsals and filming days with professionalism
• Collaborate with the creative team to bring an eerie and memorable character to life
• Travel to the filming location and engage in any necessary prep work

Requirements
• Men and women aged 60+
• Must have distinctive facial features (e.g., weathered skin, missing teeth, scars)
• No acting experience required—just personality and presence
• Open to talent across Australia and New Zealand

Compensation
• Paid acting opportunity
• Travel and accommodation expenses covered
• On-screen credit and experience in a major horror production

Job Description
An upcoming narrative short film is casting a male lead for the role of Lino, a gently awkward yet quietly charming character. Flavour of Fate is a visually intimate and poetic story about a chance connection between two neighbors, told through rich imagery and minimal dialogue. This opportunity is ideal for actors looking to expand their reel with emotionally grounded, character-driven material.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lino with subtle charm and authentic emotion

• Perform in a story-centered shoot with limited dialogue

• Collaborate creatively in a small production team

• Participate in all scheduled shoot days in Sydney

• Express emotional depth through movement and presence

Requirements

• Male, age range 28–40

• Must be Sydney-based or able to travel to location

• Gentle, slightly awkward, quietly charismatic performance style

• Comfortable with minimal dialogue and visual storytelling

• Must submit headshot, acting resume, and/or performance reel

Compensation

• Unpaid passion project

• Credit, meals, and footage for reel provided

• Unique opportunity to work on an expressive, artistic film

• Full script provided upon shortlisting

Job Description
A visually poetic short film is seeking a female lead to portray Giulia, a deeply introspective and artistic character caught in a story of romantic fate. Flavour of Fate is a cinematic exploration of two neighbors who unknowingly live side by side, only to share a chance emotional connection. This intimate, low-dialogue production is ideal for actors looking to deepen their reel with character-driven, expressive work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Giulia with emotional nuance and visual storytelling

• Collaborate with a small creative team on a narrative-driven shoot

• Convey subtle romantic energy through quiet performance

• Participate in scheduled shoot dates in Sydney

• Embrace the minimal-dialogue format with strong screen presence

Requirements

• Female, age range 28–40

• Must be based in or able to work in Sydney

• Introspective, artistic, emotionally expressive performance style

• Comfortable with a visually expressive, non-verbal role

• Submit headshot, acting resume, and/or reel for consideration

Compensation

• Unpaid passion project

• Copy, credit, and meals provided

• Strong portfolio and reel content from a stylized short film

• Full script shared with shortlisted applicants

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