Job: London. {PAID} Casting Male Actor (20-28) for Soldier Role in an Upcoming Film
About the Project /Job:
The first POW to escape the devastating torpedo attack on the Lisbon Maru.
He evades death and capture by jumping into the sea, only to be found badly injured and adrift. Rescued by Luo Xiao and Dang, he is brought to the sanctuary of Dongji Island. Despite the language barrier, he forges a genuine bond with Dang, their youthful spirits finding understanding.
His soldier's intuition warns him that his absence fuels Japanese cruelty against the islanders. To safeguard them, burdened by guilt, he makes a courageous choice: surrendering himself to the enemy. Yet, before he could express remorse for his unintended consequences, his life is brutally cut short. Branded a deserter, he is executed by the Japanese. Newman's sacrifice shatters the veil of ignorance. His death exposed the harrowing fate of the Lisbon Maru prisoners, laying bare the enemy's brutality to the Chinese fishermen. Fuelled by this revelation, a spark of defiance ignites within them. Their daring rescue mission ultimately changing the fate of the surviving prisoners.
Role:
British Soldier
About the Character:
- Male actor of British descent.
- Age 20-28 years old.
- Height: 175cm-185cm
Location & Date:
Auditions will be held in London week beginning July 1st.
Filming Location: China
Filming Schedule: July 20, 2024
Working Period:
- Tentatively scheduled between July 20 and October 5, estimated 30 working days;
Filming the side of the ship, the A Dang family, and all the scenes on the island;
- Tentatively scheduled for 5-7 working days between October 20 and November 10th.
- Training time starts around July 10.
Job Rate:
Paid - (above equity minimum).
How to Take Part:
- Graduated from Acting school or has many years of acting experience.
- Has some film or TV projects that have been broadcast and released.
- MUST be able to swim.
Please send pics, a CV, and showreel.
If you meet the above criteria, please apply today via your personal profile. Please attach recent photos and also write your name, age, location, and contact details when you send your application. - R
