‘We Were The Lucky Ones’ Lead Roles Casting Call
FIONA WEIR CASTING LTD is looking for one girl aged between 2 and 4 years to play a leading role in “We Were the Lucky Ones”. This will be an eight part limited Series based on the new York Times best-selling novel by Georgia Hunter of the same title.
The show is being produced by Hulu and 20th Television.
“We Were the Lucky Ones” is the true story of a family of Polish Jews who are separated at the start of the Second World War And are determined to survive and to reunite.
Felicia is the daughter of one of our lead characters, Mila Felicia is part of a Polish, Jewish family during the Second World War. We are particularly interested in applications from the Jewish community.
No previous acting experience required.
This is a jewish role and we are interested in children of jewish heritage.
Overall filming dates are from the end of November 2022 to June 2023. The role would require a period of commitment spread between the beginning of February 2023 and mid-June 2023 but would not be for the entire period. Filming will take place in Romania.
We will be in touch if we would like to invite your child to audition.
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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