All of the scenes in this movie will be filmed in Kent, UK.
Ideally we would like talent to live in or near Kent due to the remoteness of the trench location.
Please note that Somme16 is a low-budget independent project and any profits made from the sales will go to the Royal British Legion and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Therefore all advertised roles (cast and crew) will be unpaid. We will however cover all associated talent costs including travel, food and accomodation (basic accomodation will be provided on-site).
We abide by all local ‘working with children’ regulations. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
British Army Soldiers
Harry
Male. Age 18-40.
Harry is a typical British private of the time. Applicants should be of slim build, well-groomed and clean-shaven (moustaches are ok), and smart in appearance. Harry speaks with a Yorkshire or Northern accent.
Arthur
Male. Age 18-40.
Arthur is a typical British private of the time. Applicants should be of slim build, well groomed and clean shaven (moustaches are ok), and smart in appearance. Arthur speaks with a Yorkshire or Northern accent.
Henry
Male. Age 18-40.
Henry is a typical British private of the time. Applicants should be of slim build, well groomed and clean shaven (moustaches are ok), and smart in appearance. Henry speaks with a Yorkshire or Northern accent.
William
Male. Age 18-40.
William is a typical British private of the time. Applicants should be of slim build, well groomed and clean shaven (moustaches are ok), and smart in appearance. William speaks with a Yorkshire or Northern accent.
James
Male. Age 18-40.
James is a typical British private of the time. Applicants should be of slim build, well groomed and clean shaven (moustaches are ok), and smart in appearance. James speaks with a Yorkshire or Northern accent.
Charlie
Male. Age 18-40.
Charlie is a typical British private of the time. Applicants should be of slim build, well groomed and clean shaven (moustaches are ok), and smart in appearance. Charlie speaks with a Yorkshire or Northern accent.
Wilfrid
Male. Age 16-24.
Wilfrid is a young soldier that lied about his age to join the army. For this role we are looking for an actor with a younger look in appearance of around 16. Applicants should be of slim build, well groomed and clean shaven, and smart in appearance. Wilfrid speaks with a Yorkshire or Northern accent. We would prefer an actor aged 18+ with a much younger appearance if possible.
Apply now by emailing:
info@somme16.com
British Army Officers
Colonel Saunders
Male. Age 30-50.
This a typical British stiff lipped Officer of the time. Applicants should be of slim build, well groomed and clean shaven (moustaches are ok), and smart in appearance speaking with a posh well spoken accent.
Civilians
Mrs Wilkinson
Female. Age 50+
Mrs Wilkinson is the local village gossip. For this we are looking for a bubbly full of energy actress able to portray a Yorkshire or Northern accent.
Constance Peeke
(Child Actor)
Female. Age 5-10.
Constance Peeke is the 6 year old daughter of Albert and Emma Peeke. The role requires a small amount of dialogue and VO.
Thomas Peeke
(Child Actor)
Male. Age 8-14.
Thomas Peeke is the 11 year old son of Albert and Emma Peeke, the role requires a very small amount of dialogue.
Ernest Peeke
(Child Actor)
Male. Age 8-14.
Ernest Peeke is the 9 year old son of Albert and Emma Peeke. This is a non-speaking role.
Percy Peeke
(Child Actor)
Male. Age 7-10.
Percy Peeke is the seven year old son of Albert and Emma Peeke. This is a non-speaking role.
Edward Peeke
(Child Actor)
Male. Age 3-6.
Edward Peeke is the 4 year old son of Albert and Emma Peeke. This is a non-speaking role.
Emma Peeke
(Child Actor)
Female. Age 2-4.
Emma Peeke is the 2 year old daughter of Albert and Emma Peeke. This is a non-speaking role.
Apply now by emailing:
info@somme16.com
Extras
20-30 x British and German Soldiers.
Male. Age 18-35.
Slim build. Well groomed, smart appearance. Physically agile as a lot of running will be required. We are looking for both British (preferably able to speak with a Yorkshire or Lincolnshire accent) and German soldiers (can be British as long as you can speak fluent German)
Tea Room Extras
Anyone. 18+
Several background artists of any age but preferably older are required for our tea room scene.
French Woman
Anyone. 18+
