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South Wales. An imaginative eight-year-old plots to trip his cruel, drunken father with red yarn, but while waiting for the trap to spring, first love offers him a glimpse of life beyond fear.

Talu Studios is casting for the short film Special Brew, written by Andrew Vidgen and directed by Saul Sulway. Filming is expected to take place in South Wales on 26 and 27 September 2026, with exact locations to be confirmed.

Please submit suitable performers through Spotlight. We will review all suggestions and contact selected applicants with audition material and further instructions. Shortlisted performers may be invited to submit a self-tape or attend an online or in-person audition. Shortlisted child performers may also be invited to a chemistry read with the director.

For performers under 18, all communication and audition arrangements will be managed through a parent, guardian or agent. Full role-specific fees and shoot-day requirements are included in each role listing.

Dates

Potentially 26th and 27th September 2026

Roles