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Title: The Relative Stranger
Storyline: This open casting call short film centres on a character driven family drama exploring strained relationships between siblings after discovering a half sibling named Alfie.
The film follows Hayley, Donal and Caoimhe who have allowed distance resentment and misunderstanding to grow between them.
They finally agree to meet Alfie for the first time hoping to ease the tension and rebuild bonds but the reunion quickly unravels.
Honest conversations clash with buried emotion and the encounter becomes far more difficult than any of them expected.
The story focuses on vulnerability awkward tension and the challenge of reconnecting with people you love but no longer fully understand.
This intimate drama offers rich emotional moments and grounded performances across all roles.
Where did this casting call come from?
No experience is required although commitment to filming with a good attitude is essential
Female 18 to 42
Hayley. Independent and assertive
Male 18 to 42
Donal. Casual and easy going
Female 18 to 42
Caoimhe. Business attire and type A
Male 18 to 42
Alfie. Quiet and withdrawn