The Weight of Us – Casting Call

Film:
British Sport Dramedy – 11-minute proof of concept short film

Synopsis:
A rising North London boxer’s career-defining fight is thrown into chaos when her estranged father, a former champion battling addiction, unexpectedly returns, forcing her to confront the legacy she has spent years trying to escape.

Roles:

• 1 Black Male Actor (45–55)
• 1 Male Actor (35–50)

Audition Info:

• Email: [email protected] for audition pack
• Dates: 18–20 July 2026
• Location: Selby Centre Boxing Club, North London

Compensation:

• Expenses only
• Travel covered
• Catering covered

Character Profile – Raymond Cole

• Playing Age: 45–55
• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Black British
• Description: Once a boxing icon, now a father fighting for a second chance

Character Profile – Coach Malik

• Playing Age: 35–50
• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Any
• Description: A steady, no-nonsense boxing coach dedicated to his fighters’ success