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A Short Story About Paint
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Summary
Application Details
Starts: 07 Jun 2010
Project Type: Film (short)
Shooting Format: HD
Available Roles: 3

Details
We are looking for 3 talented actors to star in an upcoming short film. A professional background is not a must for actors however they must be able to relax in front of the camera and be comfortable with improvisation. The roles offered are obscure and unique therefore we are looking for actors who are capable of creating characters that have a balance of individuality and believability.
Only basic charcter information is provided in this casting call as the roles are open to interpretation.

Synopsis-
Wealthy spinster MRS. Rossini hires antiques dealer Ambrose to make her a glass eye. During this encounter Decorator who is working at MRS. Rossini’s house finds Ambroses's portfolio of cosmetic eyes. This influences Decorator to steal the glass eye when it is finally being presented to Mrs. Rossini.

Shooting Details -
To be shot over 2-3 days in June/July 2010 on location in London and/or Cambridge. This is a personal project which is privately funded by crew members who have given their time and resources to the project as a labour of love. For this reason we can only offer expenses at the moment, however successful applicants will have the opportunity of working with a professional and experienced crew on an exciting and original project.

Benefits: Copy of film supplied, Showreel material, Food provided/allowance (expenses), Travel provided/allowance (expenses), Invite to screening, Wrap party, Regular updates about film's progress

Company: Giant Squid Films
Apply to: Ben Millar
Posting date: 13 Apr 2010
Deadline: 11 May 2010
Roles
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Total: 3
Name AscendingSexEthnicityPlaying AgeDescriptionDuration - Pay
Ambrose (Actor)MaleCaucasian-White40-100Ambrose is an owner of an antiques shop. He has an interest in ‘curiosities’, obscure artefacts and little else. He wears glasses. This is a speaking role.3 days - Exp
Decorator (Actor)MaleDoesn't matter25-100Decorator is not a speaking part however he is the pivotal character in this film. It is his actions that without explanation change the fate of the other characters. He is quite bad at his current job (decorating houses) and does not have the aura of a professional man.2 days - Exp
Mrs. Rossini (Actor)FemaleCaucasian-White40-100Mrs. Rossini is late middle aged/pensioner who lives on her own. She has only one eye, where the other was is now covered by a bandage. She has spent a too much time on her own. This is a speaking role.2 days - Exp
 
 
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