Declan Hood Audition for Dan Boren

Declan Hood, aged 17 auditioned for the role of Dan Boren the lead male character. I felt Declan struggled to read the lines in the portrayal I would have liked. Declan although a happy character off set lacked intonation on screen. Also, Declan did not have the physical stature that I am looking for. I only needed one take to know that he is not suitable.

Auditions for Dan Boren will continue.

Script Extract for Dan Boren Auditions

Dan, voice-over for opening of film: How do we know we’re living? We are all searching for something but do we ever really know what that something is until we've found it. Only the strong survive and find their meaning. Is this all a dream? A dream which has gone on for too long? Someone’s forgotten to wake us up and we’re stuck here waiting.

Actor Comments for Jodie Elliott

Jodie Elliott Audition for Kate Steyner

Jodie Elliott, aged 19 auditioned for the lead female character, Kate Steyner. Jodie expressed a happy personality and was ready and prepared on set. Jodie followed direction well and since meeting her before at the Insaniy auditions I've noticed a great change in character. Jodie was professional and relaxed into the role. I only needed two takes for Jodie. For these reasons, I have decided to give her the role of Kate Steyner.

Auditions will be discontinued.

Thea Miller Audition for Kate Steyner

Thea Miller, aged 17 auditioned for one of the main characters, Kate Steyner. Thea appeared extremely nervous and slightly agitated throughout the audition process. Also, Thea was chewing gum throughout the audition, not only was this very unprofessional but there is a strict policy of no gum on set. Only two takes were needed for me to know she is not what I am looking for. She also was shorter than the wanted 5'7".

Thea was not chosen. Auditions to continue.

Ella Kennedy Audition for Kate Steyner

 

Ella Kennedy, aged 18 auditioned for the lead Kate Steyner. Kate Steyner is the main character alongside Dan Boren. The majority of the time Ella was very focused on set. A slight hiccup when she forgot her line and started laughing during a new take. She apologised after stating this was her first audition. The audition process can be very nerve-racking. Although her lines were delivered well, I am looking for someone with a different appearance. I would like someone who stands out against the others and has a certain ora about them which draws you in.

I will consider Ella but other auditions are coming up.

Script Extract for Kate Steyner Auditions

Dan:   Is this it?

Kate: What?

Dan:   This? Life? Is this all there is?

Kate:  Maybe. But I reckon if you look for more you’ll find it.

Dan:   Don’t you get bored?

Kate:  Not bored. Maybe it feels like things are slowing down a bit but I'm not bored, we share something that couldn't be boring. Are you bored?

Dan:   Curious. Curious to see what’s out there.