Sally Potter & Lily Cole on the set of 'Rage'

Sally Potter Seeks Aspiring Actresses for 60s Period Film

This may not be related to comic books in any way, but is a shout to the million and one aspiring actresses out there. Director Sally Potter is looking for two young actresses, aged 15-16, to play parts in her latest film, a 60s-set period piece.

Oh to be 16 again. And also a girl…

So how might one apply? Via the modern wonders of Facebook and by following the instructions on Sally’s website (www.sallypotter.com/casting). Isn’t the internet marvellous?

From the press release:

Film production company Adventure Pictures is searching for two teenage girls to play the lead roles in a new feature film.  Director Sally Potter is looking for two aspiring actresses, with a playing age of 15 – 16, for her 60’s period film. Potter has worked with stars including Johnny Depp, Tilda Swinton, Judi Dench and Jude Law on her previous films, including the Oscar-nominated Orlando. Adventure is inviting those interested to post a short video of themselves performing part of a scene from the film, and the best ones will be invited to an audition in London.

Sally Potter & Lily Cole on the set of 'Rage'

Sally Potter & Lily Cole on the set of ‘Rage’

Carl Doherty has written about movies, video games, comic books and literature for almost a decade, forging ill-informed critiques for numerous websites, blogs and publications that no one has ever heard of. His debut novel, the epic fantasy comedy Welcome to The Fold, is available now on Kindle here (UK) and here (US).

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