Type

Film (Short / Student)

Location

Greater London

Content

Casting call for four actors proficient in both English and isiXhosa for the short film "And So I Am."
Fluency in isiXhosa is not required.

Synopsis: The story centers on Xholani, a teenager from London who escapes from his Ulwaluko initiation rite out of fear, as he has never truly embraced the tradition. His estranged father, Phila, embarks on a search for him in the South African bush, leading to an emotional confrontation where they explore themes of identity, masculinity, and cultural belonging. As they make their way back, father and son start to bridge the gap between their heritage and personal identity.

Dates

Shoots 17-19 July (TBC) in London and Sussex, England.

Apply By

17:00 - 17th June 2026

Roles

Father

Male Only 45 - 60

Grandfather

Male Only 65 - 80

Sister

Female Only 21 - 27

Surgeon

Male Only 35 - 65

Roles Details

Title

Father

Content

Phila is charming, self-assured and radiates an aura that makes people around him feel comfortable. But, when he’s back home and around his father, especially, he is the opposite, self-conscious, reserved and tense.

Height: 5’11 - 6’2
Race: Black - Dark Skin
Weight / Build: Stocky with a bit of a gut (think Tony Soprano), he looks like he’s no stranger to the gym but he won’t say no to a good dessert.
Hair: Short / Bald
Facial Hair: Clean-shaven

Salary

£200 / day Estimated 2 days of work Total: £400

Ethnicities

Black - African, Black - Caribbean, Black - Other

Gender

Male Only

Age

45 - 60