CASTING CALL FOR THE ROLE OF LEO
von: azzurra; aufgeschaltet am 24.02.2025 10:27
Hi everyone!
We are Azzurra and Livio, students at SAE Institute in Zurich, Switzerland. We are currently working on our diploma project, a short film titled For Your Own Good – You Are Worth It. The shooting is scheduled to take place in April and/or May 2025 (exact dates to be confirmed) in the Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, and will not exceed a total of 5 days (barring unforeseen circumstances).
We are seeking a talented actor to play Leo. This compelling story follows Amalia, a young woman trapped in a toxic relationship with her manipulative boyfriend, Leo. As Amalia struggles between her love for Leo and the growing emotional pain, she finds a safe harbour in her friend Martin, who encourages her to put her well-being first.
Role Description:
- Character: Leo
- Age of the character: 25 years old
- Background: Martin’s roommate and Amalia’s manipulative boyfriend.
Plot Summary: Amalia finds solace in her friend Martin, whose compassion and encouragement help her realize that true love should not entail suffering. With Martin's support, Amalia reaches a breaking point and makes the difficult decision to break free from Leo's grip, symbolized by a metaphorical leap from the diving board. The film explores themes of self-love, emotional abuse, and personal growth, showcasing Amalia's journey towards healing and freedom.
Essential Requirements:
1. Emotional Range: Ability to convey a wide range of emotions, from vulnerability to strength.
2. Language Skills: Comfortable working in an English-speaking environment, with good to excellent English pronunciation.
Preferred Requirements:
1. Experience: Proven experience in portraying complex characters in emotionally charged scenes.
What We Offer:
As a student film project, we are unable to offer monetary compensation but we do provide the following benefits:
1. Cost Coverage: Meals and Accommodation (you will be invited to stay at our home, no hotel or other lodging).
2. Professional and Creative Experience: Gain valuable experience working on a film set, collaborating with passionate and dedicated students.
To Apply, please send to [email protected] following things:
1. Your headshot
2. Your resume
3. A short video (let yourself be carried away by creativity and perform a monologue in which you embody the character of Leo, max 3 min.)
We are excited to see your application and can't wait to discover your talent????
We are Azzurra and Livio, students at SAE Institute in Zurich, Switzerland. We are currently working on our diploma project, a short film titled For Your Own Good – You Are Worth It. The shooting is scheduled to take place in April and/or May 2025 (exact dates to be confirmed) in the Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, and will not exceed a total of 5 days (barring unforeseen circumstances).
We are seeking a talented actor to play Leo. This compelling story follows Amalia, a young woman trapped in a toxic relationship with her manipulative boyfriend, Leo. As Amalia struggles between her love for Leo and the growing emotional pain, she finds a safe harbour in her friend Martin, who encourages her to put her well-being first.
Role Description:
- Character: Leo
- Age of the character: 25 years old
- Background: Martin’s roommate and Amalia’s manipulative boyfriend.
Plot Summary: Amalia finds solace in her friend Martin, whose compassion and encouragement help her realize that true love should not entail suffering. With Martin's support, Amalia reaches a breaking point and makes the difficult decision to break free from Leo's grip, symbolized by a metaphorical leap from the diving board. The film explores themes of self-love, emotional abuse, and personal growth, showcasing Amalia's journey towards healing and freedom.
Essential Requirements:
1. Emotional Range: Ability to convey a wide range of emotions, from vulnerability to strength.
2. Language Skills: Comfortable working in an English-speaking environment, with good to excellent English pronunciation.
Preferred Requirements:
1. Experience: Proven experience in portraying complex characters in emotionally charged scenes.
What We Offer:
As a student film project, we are unable to offer monetary compensation but we do provide the following benefits:
1. Cost Coverage: Meals and Accommodation (you will be invited to stay at our home, no hotel or other lodging).
2. Professional and Creative Experience: Gain valuable experience working on a film set, collaborating with passionate and dedicated students.
To Apply, please send to [email protected] following things:
1. Your headshot
2. Your resume
3. A short video (let yourself be carried away by creativity and perform a monologue in which you embody the character of Leo, max 3 min.)
We are excited to see your application and can't wait to discover your talent????
