Extras (+45) and Actors for feature film about sex trafficking
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Extras (Eastern European, Mediterranean)Any gender, aged 45 to 86 from the United Kingdom
Involved in mansion party scenes and background roles throughout film. Includes Rock Stars, Big shot Barristers, "Criminals" and party goers. Must be over 45 and of Eastern European or Mediterranean origin.
Muriel
Females, aged 65 to 99 from the United Kingdom
Muriel is a trader of women and is English. She has been in the business for over 40 years.
Fats (Main support)
Males, aged 33 to 46 from the United Kingdom
Playful, cool, obedient, impulsive and musically talented, Fats is from the Balkans and was brought up in the US. His father is from Louisiana and his mother is from Kosovo . He is seen playing the piano at underworld bars from time to time and plays at Sammy Cigar's nightclub. He is driven by wealth and women although he has little luck with the ladies. He is Aleksander's driver and is involved in various criminal operations connected with trafficking and theft. He is Caucasian and is fat.
Bruce (Main support)
Males, aged 40 to 50 from the United Kingdom
From Canada, preferably native Canadian. Renowned international Canadian A&R mogul, Bruce loves women and music. He is ruthless in business and has been known to stab people in the back. He is a millionaire and travels around the world to find talent. He has signed up or played an early part in over 20 worldwide number 1 hits and albums totaling sales of over $300 million.
Leo (main support)
Males, aged 44 to 55 from the United Kingdom
From the US, preferably native American. Smooth, good with people, tenacious and charming Leo excels in the music business. For some the music business is harsh but for Leo it is a way of life. Leo was born into music, he managed to make the right connections, is American. His break came when he graduated from Harvard in Art History and dated the daughter of the Chairman of Warner Music. He has managed huge acts, is a millionaire, loves young women (18 )and sometimes dabbles in cocaine.
Sammy Cigar (Main Support)
Males, aged 44 to 59 from the United Kingdom
From the Sicily, preferably native Italian. Tough, small (not necessary), stocky and well built, dynamic is the boss of the Italian Mafia in London. He has very good connections including police connections. He likes family values, is a Catholic and married and owns a nightclub in a forest outside London where stars, criminals and entertainment professionals frequent. He is also a fan of jazz, rock and dance music. Sammy sometimes wears a blue hat and nearly always smokes a cigar.
Tall Thin Man
Males, aged 30 to 75 from the United Kingdom
Tall Thin Man dressed in a black suit and tie. Must be over 6 foot, the taller the better.
Small Man
Males, aged 18 to 99 from the United Kingdom
Must be under 1.45m, preferably smaller. Small Man embodies mystery in between scenes.
Anna
Females, aged 18 to 28 from the United Kingdom (nudity may be required)
Anna Pablov came from a poor family from Newcastle. When she was 18 her boyfriend suggested she become a dancer. She refused until one day she went to a strip nightclub with friends and got on with the manager who eventually introduced to some strip club o
Gwen
Females, aged 18 to 28 from the United Kingdom (nudity may be required)
Gwen followed the path of her mother who made a good living as a stripper. Through her mother's contacts Gwen has her foot in the door. She makes about £2000 a week. In all scenes Sunset is topless and dancing. Topless nudity required for this role.
Tarot Reader
Females, aged 45 to 55 from the United Kingdom
Born in Russia Kanita is revolutionary, breaking all the rules regarding methods of learning and using tarot cards. She has forty years tarot experience and emphasizes personal insight and creativity. As a tarot reader, she works as a 'midwife of the soul,
Additional Casting Information
itle: Balkans (working title)Genre: Thriller
Log Line: In the heart of London's prostitution industry one man dares to get inside, one woman dares to fulfill her dreams.
Synopsis
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A journalist infiltrates the Balkan Mafia in London and meets a young prostitute who desires to escape and become a singer. The themes of the film include the Balkan, British and international Mafia, prostitution, sexism, the music industry, parties, undercover police investigations and journalistic malpractice.
Details
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The film is essentially plot driven. The characters in the film portray hope, courage and despair with an emphasis on the driven, wicked and eccentric. The script is complete, registered with the WGA, although it may be subject to change.
Budget: Low budget
Payment: Expenses, a copy of the film, food will be available and a profit share upon completion of the film. Seeking additional funding. Will apply to Film London's Microwave scheme amongst others.
Shooting Schedule: Estimated shooting date is late 2009 / early 2010.
Shooting Format: HDCAM, S16mm or RED
Benefits: You will have the chance to display your talent and be part of a committed team with the goal of making this film a success. You will receive a copy of the film, a credit, expenses and food and drink.
The completed feature will be sent to sales agents, distributors, industry contacts and festivals worldwide.
About Richard
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Graduated in European Studies with French and reached middle management marketing. Then Richard decided to change career direction and pursue a career in films and media. Worked on films, commercials and TV and made a short film "Metrosexual" (featuring upcoming talent from "Harry Potter", "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and top acting schools) which was distributed worldwide via the Mini Movie Channel (USA), Ouat Media (Canada) and Movieola (Canada) in partnership with Joost and Hulu, a division of NBC/Twentieth Century Fox.
If interested, suitable and committed, please apply now for auditions or more information.
This production company has signed up to the Protecting Actors Casting
Agreement, helping to ensure all actors involved receive a copy of the final footage in a timely fashion. Payment details: Food and drink included. Expenses where possible. Seeking additional funding.
Location: London, United Kingdom
Payment details: Expenses, food and drink provided
THIS LISTING HAS EXPIRED - YOU CAN NO LONGER APPLY!
Requirement: Individual
Gender: N/A
Age Range: From 45 to 90
Payment: Unpaid
Casting Location: London
Deadline: Tue 30th November 1999
Gender: N/A
Age Range: From 45 to 90
Payment: Unpaid
Casting Location: London
Deadline: Tue 30th November 1999
