Submission date: 22nd September, 2024
I am pleased to introduce the latest project from the Leighton Buzzard Film Club, "The Bank Job.”
The film follows the Robinson siblings—Amanda, Mike, Philip, and June—as they embark on an daring plan to rob a bank. The film opens with a seemingly serious family meeting, where Amanda , confronts Philip about a mishap involving her paper model of their local high street which she was going to use to detail the plan. Amanda unveils the agenda: a meticulously planned bank heist. Each sibling plays a crucial role in this daring scheme, with Amanda as "The Queen" leading the charge, Mike as "The Bishop" on lookout, Philip as "The Castle" providing muscle, and June as "The Knight" driving the getaway vehicle. The plot thickens as the siblings rehearse their plan, only to be thwarted by an unexpected twist.
AUDITIONS
As there are two film scripts written, we invite you to audition for the first film through self- taped submissions. If successful, you will be cast in the second film (details of that tbc). Information on how to submit is provided below.
The scripts for the self tapes have been specially written to give everyone an equal amount of dialogue. Some are based on the main script.
Join us as we bring this story to life, and help us make "The Bank Job" a memorable addition to the Leighton Buzzard Film Club. It will also be considered for Local Festivals and beyond. We look forward to your participation and creativity in this exciting endeavour.
Good luck, and I look forward to receiving your submissions!
Wilfredo Acosta Writer/Director The Bank Job Leighton Buzzard Film Club
Landscape:
If you are using a mobile device, please shoot the video in landscape (horizontal) mode.
Framing:
Use a tight frame that goes from your chest to just over the top of your head. Keep your camera at eye level.
Make sure your reader stands close to the camera to create the correct eye line for you. If you have a reader, make sure they speak clearly, too.
If you've filmed your self-tape on your phone then the file will already be in the correct format. However, if you've downloaded the file from another camera type and it's a MOV or AVCHD file then you'll need to convert it to a video file either MP4 or M4V file.
You may audition for more than one character, but each character must have it’s own video file.Please say your contact details (or if you prefer add them as a still 5” image) BEFORE the audition film starts:THE BANK JOB CHARACTER NAME YOUR NAME YOUR CONTACT DETAILS (email and telephone number)Please also title the file(s), for example: BJ_CHARACTER_NAME_Your_Name
Use the following MEGA file upload link to submit (it’s free to use):
https://mega.nz/filerequest/3WH8OqhaeA0
Please submit your audition file(s) by end of Sunday 22nd September If you submit after this date, your audition(s) may not be considered. If you have any issues uploading your file(s) or queries, please contact me as soon as possible using the following email:TheBankJob@gmx.comWith the start of the SUBJECT line as: The Bank Job auditions
Casting:All actors who submitted auditions will receive an email by Friday 27th September at the latest.
Filming will be over a weekend, we are currently looking at either weekend of the 19th October or 26th October, 2024. Ideally you will be available over both days over the chosen weekend, although the majority of the filming will be over one day.
There will be two or three rehearsals before the filming for the cast. All cast will be expected to learn their script before the rehearsals and filming.
We are still looking for some assistants on lighting, sound, continuity etc. If interested please contact Jo on jctaylorconsultancy@gmail.com.
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