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Title: A Race with Ian Hitchworth
Storyline: Ian Hitchworth was once a rising sprint star and the son of a respected track runner. Years later he resurfaces in a humiliating viral TikTok and a small documentary crew follows his determined push to matter again.
The film builds to a shambolic charity race, blending awkward comedy with moments of honest vulnerability as Ian’s swagger collides with his insecurity and the camera catches every misstep
Apply if you want a playful mockumentary with sharp comedy beats physical performance and room for improvisation plus the chance to build festival ready material with a focused student crew
Where did this casting call come from?
Male 24 to 40
Ian Hitchworth. Wannabe track star with inflated self belief and fragile confidence. On camera he is arrogant and insists on being taken seriously yet cracks show through awkward silences and moments of panic. Requires strong comedic timing improvisational instincts and comfort with physical comedy including running awkward costume and frustrated energy while balancing deadpan humour with real vulnerability
Male or female 18 to 60
Interviewer. Calm inquisitive presence behind the camera provoking Ian with offhand questions and blunt corrections. Slightly awkward matter of fact delivery that becomes funny through honesty. Primarily voice only with possible brief on camera appearance
Male or female 18 to 40
Race official and athletes. Includes a race official who ushers Ian onto the track small speaking role plus authentic looking athletes for the race sequence. Non speaking athletes must look natural on a track
