We are a production company called The Truck Productions. Currently, we are in pre-production of a super-short film on the topic of how war impacts civilians and their life ambitions. The filming involves scenes related to the topic of suicide. The filming process is supported with professional equipment and is absolutely safe. All questions regarding that topic can be addressed in the email/DM

SYNOPSIS: A young boy is growing up in a comfortable and loving environment in the 2000s. He's a fan of the sea, sailing and is eager to explore the world. One day, he watches the cartoonish TV program for kids hosted by the “Captain Teddy Bear”. The “captain” teaches “young sailors” how to make a nautical knot. After learning the key sailor's skill, the story moves in time to the future. The kid we saw earlier has grown up. He has become a soldier. He is found by us standing on the military bag next to the tree in the field. Soon, it becomes clear that he is about to hang himself. The boy uses the skill or knot tying he learned earlier, but for a different purpose. As the main character makes the final decision, the “captain” makes the final remarks and farewells through voice-over. In the final shot, the man is found to be hanging on the lonely tree in the middle of the empty field.

What we offer
We offer food on set, shared experience of making a film. We highly appreciate help, as the topic of the film is very personal and important to us. We always credit cast and crew members as well, obviously 🙂

Type
Professional production / lowbudget

Location
Leiden

Description
Looking for an actor. MALE – 18-25 years old. Short hair. Slavic look. Looks young. No facial hair
(Image reference attached).

Period
August 1, 2026. One filming day

Spoken / language requirements
English or Russian

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