
'Comic' tells the story of Jake, a young boy who suffers at the hands of his mothers abusive boyfriend, and how a chance encounter with a hitman changes his life forever.
This will be my first film, and apart from some previous acting experience, this will be my first time in the director/producer chair.
We are looking for a mixture of actors between the ages of 18 and 40. No major stunt work will be involved and no previous stunt work is require, although handy.
As this is my first short film I am looking to actors from all backgrounds. While previous acting experience is preferred we are also looking to fresh new talent on the scene. So if you have no previous experience as an actor, but feel you may want to apply then please do; you maybe what we are looking for.
The film will be shot in the North East of England. Actors will be expected to make their own traveling arrangements to and from shooting locations.
Once completed we aim to place the film into suitable festivals. All actors will receive a copy of the completed film either on DVD or Blu-Ray.
StarNow note for talent: Please note the Advertiser has indicated this production contains strong themes including violence and drugs. Applicants may wish to clarify details regarding these themes with the advertiser before attending an audition.
Audition / Rehearsal / Production dates
TBAJob payment
Unpaid – this is a collaboration opportunity
Expenses paid - Traveling costs will be reimbursed.
Collaborations should create mutual benefit and are usually amateur, student or 'Time for Print' projects.
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Rachel Young - Female lead
Rachel is strong willed despite dealing with the loss of her husband. She cares deeply for her young son, Jake. She hates the man she is with, but due to financial and emotional manipulation, she remains in the abusive relationship.
Female, aged 18 to 36
- Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
Applications closed 9 December 2020.
Nick Harland - Rachel Young's boyfriend
Nick Harland is a sly, manipulating character with a tendency for aggressive behaviour. Believing himself to be the next drug king pin, Harland spends most of his time tweaked.
Male, aged 26 to 33
Applications closed 9 December 2020.
Adam Murray - Hitman
Adam Murray is a hitman with an underlying obsessive passion for comics. Comics are more important to him than any human life, apart from that of his sister. He is quietly confident and spoken.
Male, aged 25 to 35
- Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
Applications closed 9 December 2020.
Scott Franks - Nick Harland's right hand man
Scott Franks is Nick Harland's best friend and right hand man. He is the hands that get dirty on behalf of Nick. He again is aggressive in nature and fancies himself as a bit of a ladies man.
Male, aged 18 to 35
Applications closed 9 December 2020.
Young Man - Nick Harland's worker
Tries to please Nick, but ultimately fails at every hurdle. Has no problem blaming others for his mistakes.
Male, aged 18 to 24
Applications closed 9 December 2020.
Young Woman - Nick Harland's worker
A young girl who gets mixed up with the wrong crowd. Nervous.
Female, aged 18 to 25
Applications closed 9 December 2020.