Casting "Moishe," a short film. The film is currently in the final stages of production after a week shooting in Ireland with only a few scenes left to film. We're looking for actors to join the current amazing cast. We actively encourage actors from Jewish heritage to apply but it is not essential.

This film follows the true story of Moishe Gralnick as he is kidnapped from his family and taken from rural Ukraine to a Russian Cantonist institution. He, along with his friends, are tortured in an attempt to force them to convert to Christianity. Despite this, Moishe manages to keep his faith and stay true to his Jewish beliefs. The film explores themes of perseverance, faith and resistance in the face of immense hardship.

Priest: Supporting, Male, 30-80

Stern and cold character, the Priest represents the harsh reality of the position that the boys have found themselves in. He's a devout Christian, spent his life with the church and believes that without converting to Christianity, the young boys he's preaching to, will be damned. While not as violent as the soldiers that surround the boys the Priest comes across as a scary figure. A contrast to our introduction to the Rabbi in early scenes of the film, who presents as dedicated but with a warm smile. Historically, these religious leaders had the highest status in the institutions that the boys were sent to. One day will be spent at a lake, the actor will have to wade into the lake so please only apply if you are a confident swimmer, no swimming required but for health and safety reasons we need someone who is comfortable in water. Second day will be in a church.

Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Required Media: Headshot/Photo

Soldier: Background / Extra, Male, 18-40

The soldier roles in our film are incredibly important. Though they are non-speaking roles there is a lot of screen-time. The soldiers are young men of the Russian Empire tasked with training these young Jewish boys for the military. Historically, in the 19th Century, Jews were seen as the lowest rank in society and were constant targets of violence. This shows with our soldiers in silent contempt and hatred. The scenes we are shooting are very intense, they are heavily emotional as the climax of the film. You will be working with child actors so health, safety and mental wellbeing are the foremost concerns. The scene includes some wading into water so please only apply if you are comfortable and able to swim. Equity pay for 'supporting artist' wages.

Ethnicity: White / European Descent
Required Media: Headshot/Photo

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