Directions: Casting, Location And Set Design

For my Directions Unit Production I have a clear idea of the location space I need for my scenes.

For the first part of my script I will naeed an office space, this would preferably have a window so that I could emphasise the common theme of hight that is present inthe film. I would also lay a few key props such as papers photos etc. Also a steps or chairs/desks would be great for symbolising characters power and working on multiple levles.

I would also need the use of an art gallary for the next scene. I would preferably like one with connecting rooms so that i could have characters positioned carefully so that one could be hidden in shadow to emphasise the voyerism present within the film. 

In relation to set design I would need at least one large portrait so that my actrss could model herself after it in order to create forshadowing of future plot points. I wiould also ideally like a long corydoor with multile paintings on both walls, or a table to sit at in order for my character to be followed subtly through a series of long/mid shots.

Bellow are a few reference images.

  

 

Adjacent is one possible location that features both a gallery and an office space. It is Sun Pier house in Chatham which \i have contacted, and have recieved confirmation. i went to scout the location recwntly yo see how I can make most use of the space. I have also contacted several other similar locations across the area as a back up.

Casting

For my cast I will need three characters. Jhon (the main protagonist) and Gavin (the old friend that hires Jhon). Both are white male and middle aged in their late 20's/30's. Often refered to as male pale and stale. I will also need a woman of a similar age (perhaps slightly younger since Hitchcock often used young beautiful women in his films) to play the part of Judy/Madaline. I have sent out multiple adds on casting call pro and contacted local actors directly but have yet to receive confirmation. Bellow are a few reference images of the characters I am to cast.

 

Bellow is a screenshot of when my add was set up and who has applied for my film.