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Casting Call: Male Farmers for Feature Film “Hamnet”

Job Description:

Nina Gold Casting is seeking male farmers aged 20s to early 30s to play important roles in the screen adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s novel “Hamnet.” This feature film, directed by the acclaimed Chloé Zhao, focuses on the fictional story of Shakespeare’s family life, particularly the relationship between Agnes and her husband William Shakespeare and their family.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Character Portrayal: Play a farmer with scripted dialogue in various scenes.

  • Authenticity: Use farming experience to bring authenticity to the role.

  • Collaboration: Work closely with the director and production team to achieve the desired portrayal.

  • Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude throughout the filming process.

Requirements:

  • Age: Males in their 20s to early 30s

  • Experience: Farming experience is required

  • Interest in Acting: No prior acting experience required, but an interest in acting is necessary due to the scripted dialogue

  • Location: Must be UK-based

  • Availability: Must be fully available for the shoot period from July until the end of September 2024

Compensation:

  • Details: Compensation will be discussed upon selection and will be in line with industry standards.

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A paid casting opportunity is now open for STEM and general university students based in London. The production is seeking young adults aged 18–21 to appear in an upcoming project that highlights student life and academia. Participants must be local to London.

Job Responsibilities

  • Take part in an on-camera shoot, potentially involving lifestyle or educational-themed footage

  • Represent the student experience authentically

  • Follow direction from production staff on set

  • Be available for shoot dates as determined by the production team

Requirements

  • Ages: 18–21

  • Current or recent university students

  • Must be based in London

  • All genders and ethnicities welcome

  • STEM students strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate to be disclosed upon selection)

Job Description
A feature-length psychological thriller is seeking a dynamic lead actress for the role of Silvia, a central figure in a gripping, character-driven plot surrounding ten women and a chilling kidnapping conspiracy. The film will explore emotional depth, unresolved trauma, and layered personalities, with Silvia portrayed as a composed, empathetic character with hidden complexities. This is a critical recast opportunity to ensure narrative continuity and on-screen chemistry with an already established sister character.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the role of Silvia with nuance, emotional authenticity, and psychological depth

  • Maintain character consistency across all shoot days

  • Collaborate with the director to bring out the film’s suspense and character development

  • Work professionally on set across the entire production schedule

Requirements

  • Female, aged late 20s to mid 30s

  • Must be Black British, British Jamaican, or British African (to maintain continuity)

  • Must be available for all three scheduled shoot days

  • Accent: Neutral or British preferred

  • Experience with psychological thrillers or emotionally complex roles preferred

  • Must be able to embody the traits of a calm, composed character with subtle emotional tension

Compensation

  • This is an unpaid role

  • Meals provided on all shoot days

  • Accommodation support available if traveling from outside Wolverhampton

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Two Black Boys Who Are Strong Swimmers for Feature Film

Job Description
A magical feature film is seeking two confident boys of Black heritage for an exciting opportunity to appear in a professionally produced movie. This is a paid role requiring strong swimming ability and the ability to take direction well. No acting experience is needed—just a love for the water and a willingness to learn on set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform swimming scenes under professional supervision

  • Follow on-set direction in a safe and focused environment

  • Participate in production activities over a multi-day shoot

Requirements

  • Boys aged 10–15, Black ethnicity

  • Must be strong swimmers

  • No prior acting experience required

  • Must live near or around Manchester

  • Must be available for the full filming schedule

Compensation

  • Paid role for a professional film production

  • Experience working on a feature film set

Male Actor for Lead Role in Psychological Thriller

Job Description:
A gripping student-produced psychological thriller is casting a lead male role in an upcoming feature film. This character-driven project offers a high-impact opportunity to portray a quiet yet commanding presence in a dark, festival-targeted story. The film centers around a masked figure who orchestrates a tense psychological game with devastating stakes. Perfect for an experienced actor seeking a mature, intense role in an independent production.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray a calculated and emotionally detached character with minimal dialogue

  • Convey tension and authority through subtle physicality and on-screen presence

  • Collaborate with a professional production team to deliver a cinematic performance

  • Be available and fully engaged throughout all scheduled shoot days

Requirements:

  • Male actor, age 50s to early 60s

  • White ethnicity with a “dad look” – understated yet authoritative

  • Must have a neutral or British accent (British preferred)

  • Emotionally composed and comfortable performing with limited dialogue

  • Available for all 3 shoot days

  • Acting experience with character-driven material preferred

Compensation:

  • Unpaid opportunity

  • Meals provided during shoot

  • Accommodation available for out-of-town talent

  • Festival-standard production offering valuable exposure

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Skills:
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Child Actors – Horror Feature Film

Job Description
A spine-chilling horror feature is now casting for multiple child roles in an upcoming UK-based production. The film seeks young talent with unique, haunting looks to embody eerie and unforgettable characters. This is a rare opportunity for children to be part of a visually striking and atmospheric cinematic project. No prior acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray eerie and expressive characters in a horror setting

  • Take direction on set and remain focused during filming

  • Collaborate with the production team to deliver natural, emotional performances

  • Be prepared to engage in atmospheric, suspense-driven scenes

Requirements

  • Children of any gender, ages 6–16

  • Must be of white ethnicity

  • Should have a unique, gaunt, or haunting look

  • Must be based in the UK

  • No acting experience required

  • All applications must be submitted by a parent or guardian

Compensation

  • Paid role (rates to be disclosed upon selection)

  • Professional filming experience

  • Production support provided

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Casting Child Body Double for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is urgently seeking a Caucasian boy to serve as a body double for a lead role in an upcoming production. Filming is scheduled from August through December, and the selected child actor must meet specific size requirements. This is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional set and be part of a high-profile project shooting in West London.

Job Responsibilities
• Serve as a body double during scheduled filming days
• Work closely with the crew to match physical movement and camera setups
• Be punctual, focused, and take direction well
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality on set

Requirements
• Caucasian boy within height range of 142cm–152cm
• Must have a waist size of 33” and chest size of 32”
• Must be based in or have easy access to West London
• Must be available between August and December

Compensation
• Paid body double opportunity
• On-set experience with a professional film team
• Credit and networking within a major film production

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07-12-2024

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