Content

Casting for "The Keeper," a coming-of-age film that explores self-discovery, resilience, and the search for cultural identity. It tackles the universal theme of belonging and encourages the audience to reflect on feelings of alienation and the quest to find one's place. As a cultural exploration, the film examines the concept of 'home' for communities that are dispersed, displaced, or relocated. Set in the historical town of Stevenage, this short film intertwines football, West-African spirituality, and grief.

Dates

Shoots 24-26 April in Stevenage, England.

Roles

Roles Details

Title

Fode

Content

Playing age: 16-19. Fode is outwardly confident and charming, internally he is troubled, pensive and guarded. He has a talent for arts, drawing and storytelling. Beneath his charismatic exterior is unresolved grief that he refuses to acknowledge. The performance should feel balanced, feeling internal and restrained emotions leaking through small choices rather than big moments. But can deliver a strong monologue.Strong screen presence required.

Required: Football skills. Desirable: Ability to speak Nigerian Pidgin (to an extent).

Salary

£150 / day Estimated 4 days of work Total: £600

Ethnicities

Black - African, Black - Caribbean, Black - Other

Gender

Male Only

Age

18 - 30