by

Student Film Casting | Her Bounded Souls (Closed)

Producer: Clinealle Lett & UWI St. Augustine: Film Programme

Seeking: M/F Actors, 15 – 65 y/o (See Character Breakdown)

For: Student Production 

Institution: The University of the West Indies, St Augustine

Course: FILM 3299 | Capstone

Title: Her Bounded Souls (Working Title)

Genre: Historical/Epic, Thriller

Synopsis: Two women share a supernatural bond across time and space as RENEE, a modern day nun-in-training, has vivid dreams about the life of IRENE, an escaped slave who resisted her French masters in early 1800s Trinidad. As their shared grief connects them, the institutions of their eras bear down on them until their realities start blending together.

Character Breakdown:

FEMALE ROLES

Reneè Chambeau [PROTAGONIST]: Female, 15 – early 20s y/o, slim built. Humble, soft-spoken and passive in life. A young woman of Catholic faith who is unsure of her decision to become a nun, but is driven by her grief and her anxiety. While her mental health declines and she becomes more unstable, there is a spark of independence within her, one that can be lit ablaze.

Irene: Female, early – late 30s. Dark complexion, sturdy build and taller than you would expect. Brave and compassionate with an iron will, her grief is matched only by her rage. Active in her decision-making and incredibly stubborn, but has a charismatic energy that draws people and makes even men listen to what she says. *The ability to speak French fluently is a bonus.*

Sister Selene – Female, a mature woman (30s and over).  A kind, compassionate soul with motherly instincts. Has an innate sense of peace that makes her a warm, comfortable presence in any room she enters. Cares deeply for the plight of women and has a strong sense of right and wrong rooted in her unshakeable faith.

MALE ROLES

Father Pierre/ Father DeFou [Antagonist/Lead Support]: Male, 50s – 65+ y/o. Devout, proud and controlling. Has an overwhelming presence and carries himself with the utmost pride. Holds his faith in God and position of the church above others. Has a predatory energy towards those beneath him. An older man with a dry, off putting smile.

Mr. Chambeaú – Male, Mid 40s. Tired and grieving. Desperate to re-establish a relationship with his daughter. Has an exhausted look in his eyes and a constant hunch/poor posture.

Thomas – Male, Late 20s to Early 40s. (Flexible age range). An Uncle Tom. Cowardly, selfish and conniving. Has a fake arrogance he wears to mask his incompetence. More than happy to bend a knee to those who have more power than him. *The ability to speak French fluently is a bonus*.

George – Male, early 30s; strong build. Decisive, yet overly cautious. A logical thinker who believes in survival above all else. Values Irene and his family’s freedom more than his own life, but lacks the faith to make a true stand. *The ability to speak French fluently is a bonus. 

Application Format: Live Audition (Online Submission required)

Date | Time: Wednesday 30th October, 2024 | 8:00AM – 3:00PM

Location: Lecture Room 2, Cheeseman Building| Department of Festival and Creative Arts, UWI, Open Campus [View Map]

Preparation: Interested persons are asked to prepare a brief monologue of their choosing, that demonstrates their acting ability and range. This monologue will be performed at the live audition.

For the online submission, please submit ONE (1) CLOSE UP and ONE (1) FULL-LENGTH photo of your (No hats. No sunglasses. No filters. You face must be clearly visible),  along with the following:

  • Name
  • Height
  • Contact number
  • Email Address
  • Talent Resume (if you have one)
  • Demo Reel (if you have one)

Production Credits: 

  • Director: Anya Aching
  • Assistant Director: Cherisee Greene
  • Co-Writers: Richelle Sambrano & Jhonathan Blackmann
  • Director of Photography & Colour Gradist: Angelo Berkley
  • Cinematographer: Sandeera Lewis
  • Gaffer: Clinealle Lett
  • Editor & Sound Designer: Jamie-Lee Smith

Shooting Begins: Jan/Feb, 2025

Compensation: $100TTD – $150 TTD per day (depending on role)

This casting notice was submitted by: Clinealle Lett