Casting Call for Leading Child Role in “Deliverance” Short Film
Casting Call for Leading Child Role in “Deliverance” Short Film
Role: Leading Child Role
Gender: Boy or Girl
Cultural Heritage: Nigerian Heritage
Age Requirement: Child with a playing age of 5 – 9 years
Specific Requirements:
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing
- No previous acting experience is necessary.
Compensation: This is a paid role. Compensation details will be provided to candidates who are contacted for an audition.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in rehearsals and take direction from the film director.
- Perform the role to the best of their ability, conveying emotions and actions as per the script.
- Be available during the rehearsal and filming dates without conflicting commitments.
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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
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Portray emotionally grounded family characters in a story-led feature film
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Follow direction while delivering natural, intimate performances
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Participate in character-focused scenes emphasizing imagination and family connection
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Work collaboratively with fellow cast members and the creative team
Requirements
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Child role: Any gender, any ethnicity, playing age 10–14; confident, kind, curious, and adventurous
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Father role: Male performer, playing age 30s–40s; gentle, emotionally present, sensitive, and loving
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Mother role: Female performer, playing age 30s–40s; warm, nurturing, confident, and energetic
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Irish heritage welcome for parent roles but not required
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Actors who are parents encouraged but not required
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Comfortable with calm, grounded acting styles
Compensation
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Paid independent feature film roles
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Compensation discussed individually with shortlisted talent
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Opportunity to be part of a passion-led, cinematic fantasy project