Casting, Interviews & rehearsals

• Film
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

Tips for Casting a Fiction Film 

Interviews/ casting

• Casting is a big part of the production. 
• You need to make a character profile (class, background, gait, age etc).
• Use Media Therapy (@Facebook) for casting calls & see current practice.
• Pick Key scenes that explore the characters behaviour and mental state. 

Running Auditions

• Select 'Sides' Carefully & let them prepare.
• 'Cold readings' are unfair
• Ask yourself: 
• Is the Actor right for the part? 
• The actor's attention to simple reality? 
• Can you work with the actor? 

Anticipation is a key factor in simple reality. 

First Read Through

• A Great Ice breaker
• Actors and team can see characters in the flesh
• Iron out questions (lines, meaning, relationships etc)
• Be open to questions & don't shoot ideas down
• You might realise that some things need tweaked

Directing During Rehearsals 

• Give them the time that they need within the constraints of the rehearsal period. 
• Talk about circumstances and wants: This helps an actor understand the actions that are akin to the ones you have imagined. 
• Be honest with them about what works or does not. 
• Create a good atmosphere for taking risks.
• Ask yourself- Do you believe them? 
• Speak to the character not the actor. 

Interviews/ Casting Task

• Plan your Interview date and who will be There. 
• Create a Character description/ gather research.

• Look at Media Therapy for casting Calls and make one based on Good Practice.