Casting Call for Dark Horror Feature Film “CARA”
Job Description: Black Octopus Productions is casting for a dark horror feature film titled “CARA.” Several key roles are available, with a focus on strong character portrayals in a chilling and suspenseful story. The film involves physical roles, combat scenes, and the use of makeup effects to bring the horror elements to life. Filming will take place in Manchester.
Available Roles:
- Bernadette
- Description: Female, aged 50-60, with darker hair and a Scottish (or capable Scottish accent). Bernadette is Cara’s mother and holds the key to dark secrets she’d prefer to remain buried.
- Responsibilities: Portray a character with deep emotional layers, potentially involved in dramatic or unsettling scenes.
- Requirements: Scottish accent proficiency preferred.
- Sam
- Description: Male, aged 19-25. Sam is a low-level drug dealer involved with Cara.
- Responsibilities: This is a physical role that involves combat and periods of restraint (safely).
- Requirements: Must be comfortable with physically demanding scenes.
- Michael
- Description: Male, aged 50-60. Michael is Cara’s father, incapacitated after a stroke.
- Responsibilities: This role requires significant makeup effects and involves challenging scenes, including portraying a character who is physically limited but emotionally complex.
- Requirements: Must be comfortable with makeup and acting in a physically restrained manner.
- Benny
- Description: Male, aged mid 20s to mid 30s. Benny is a tall, well-built dangerous dealer.
- Responsibilities: Combat scenes and makeup effects are involved in this role.
- Requirements: Physically fit, must be comfortable with action sequences.
Compensation:
- Pay ranges from £100–£150 per day.
- Includes food, travel, and reasonable expenses.
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