Casting Descisions and why
When casting a movie or a trailer it is key that the right people are chosen for the right job, it happens alot where a role in a movie is given to the wrong actor who cannot forfill it in the best way possible. With this in mind we decided to cast the three main characters as the three members of our group, this meant that we had a full insight on how the role would be played and we convey the characters in the best way possible. The three main characters of the trailer were teenage survivouirs who were each around the age of 18, this means that each character had an adult understanding to the situation they were in but with a slgiht amounth of nievaty, for example they walk into a trap surrounded by cannibles.
Some of our favourite characters within horror genres came from all sorts of different series and movies
Some of our favourite characters within horror genres came from all sorts of different series and movies
RICK GRIMES (THE WALKING DEAD)
We patriculalry liked the character of Rick grimes in the walking dead. Rick is the main and original character in the comic books and series who guieds a group of surviours through the apocalyspe. The big role gives the actor 'Andrew licoln' alot of pressure to play up to the perfect representation of a powerful and confident leader. As well as many other people we believe Licoln fits the role perfectly as he has a very masculine appeal to him with the bushy beard and the piercing eyes. Rick as a character on the walking dead is also viewed as a powerful character as his speech and actions often get him out of danger and helps him win over a worried and panicked group of survivours. The characters deep and powerful voice also adds more power to the his persona and alows him to be seen as a good man and a great leader. Within our trailer we would like to have a character like Rick who takes charge of situations and gets things done, Although it may not be evident through the trailer the closest person to a leader is played by 'Stephen Rust' as he is the character who holds the iconic weapon throughout. |
GERRY LANE (WORLD WAR Z)
Gerry lane the character played by the famous 'Brad pitt' conveys the ideal male surviour within a zombie apocalypse. Within the film Gerry takes on the role of saving the world as well as his family, this means he must go out into the zombie action and horror which goes on outside closed doors. Whilst doing so Gerry potrays a high amount of confidence and self astime within his actions. The character helps his family to safety on a roof top running away and shutting out zombies, this gives him not only the typical heoric look but shows he will go to extra lengths to keep his loved ones safe. Similar to Rick grimes Gerry has a rough and deep voice within the trailer allowing him to sound even more masculine and powerful when he speaks. He also has the will to attempt things which will possibly put him in danger for example letting of a granade in a plane to prevent the undead eating him and his injured friend. In our trailer the charcater that conveys Gerry the most is the character who is played by 'Nathan Evans' In the trailer Nathan displays a will to help others when they are in need, he does this when Stephen Rusts character is taken down by a zombie. |
JIM (28 DAYS LATER)
Jim the main character from the 2002 zombie film '28 days later' was another character we thought who suited their role. His role as the main character is to survive a zombie apocalypse with a lady who previously saved his life. After the character drives across the country with some new found companions he is put to the test against blood thirsty zombies. although he is the main character Jim does not seem to be the strongest, he has a certain amount of will and heroism about him but he has the issue of panicking in tense situations. However we particularly like how the character is conveyed at the end of the film, like our other Favorited castings such as Rick Grimes and Gerry Lane we like Jim's revelation of power. Jim played by Cillian Murphy strikes out on an entire group of soldiers saving his friends for the strange happenings going on, In particular we like the characters almost heroic appeal and throughout the panic and desperation he can show a powerful persona. Jim as a character conveys The actor in our plot 'Tom Booth' who although seems to panic in situations with zombies will prove to have a different side to him when put to the test. |
Our Cast
Within our trailer their are three main characters who represent the way a younger group of survivors would live in a zombie apocalypse.
TOM BOOTH (Character name: John Stones)
Tom is one of the main three survivors within the trailer, he is the character in the red checkered jacket with dark baggy trousers covered in dirt and grime. Toms clothes are meant to look rough and ragged like the rest of the group to convey the long journey he has been on. The character carries the iconic rucksack which although nothing is seen inside, it contains all the vital things they need to survive such as food, water and medical gear (the only thing he could pick up in a rush). Toms characteristic are similar to those of Jim's from 28 days later, although he tries his best to help he can sometimes panic in situations which need composure such as his attempt to run of when one of the characters is tackled by a zombie. |
NATHAN EVANS (Character name: Dyson Roller)
Nathan another one of the main characters had a very careful casting within his role. Nathan played the killer in our previous Opening Title Sequence caretaker, after already having practice in acting his character was created to have a very bold and powerful figure within the trailer. Nathan is the character in the grey hat and the big dark jacket, who similar to Tom and the other characters has dirty and ragged clothes to represent what his travels has done to his appearance. The character represents the character played by Brad Pitt in the film world war Z as he has the ability to look out for his friends and help when they are in danger. Nathans portrays this by helping the character played by Stephen rust when he is tackled by a zombie. |
STEPHEN RUST (Character name: Sammy Lee)
Stephen is the third and final main character who is surviving in the small group. Stephen wears the iconic camo jacket and carries a baseball bat over his shoulder with a very confident swagger in his walk. His character is almost seen as the leader of the group as he is often ahead and guiding the way. Stephen along with Nathan was the main actor in our previous horror Opening Title sequence Caretaker. Similar to his character in that Stephen portrays the confident and powerful character within the group by showing his ability and willingness to take down zombies and go to extra levels. Stephen is a character who relates most to the 'Walking Dead's' Rick Grimes. Rick conveys a violent and powerful leader who is willing to use force to protect his group, In the trailer Stephen is seen hitting a zombie with a baseball bat and in another shot he is being tackled by a zombie. As evidently seen Stephen is the most physically active character in the group which makes him ideal to be seen as a leader. |
These are the Zombies of the trailer, although it seems there are many there are in fact only two who are portrayed through the following actors:
The cannibals, There were 5 cannibals shown in total who were all wearing dark and mysterious looking clothing giving each a creepy appeal.
CANNIBAL ONE: BRANDON BATTYE
As Brandon conveyed a great zombie and was shown to be a good actor we used his as a side member of the cannibals. Brandon's appearances come from standing with the group in formation. |
CANNIBAL TWO: MACAULEY MEDCROFT
Macauley is another media student studying horror making him a good individual to fit the role. His role is to follow the group out after standing confidently beside them. |
CANNIBAL THREE: GEORGE HALL
George is dressed all in black with a hood and a dark face mask which creates a very creepy and mysterious persona for the character. Georges appearances come when he is locking the crate, dragging away a character and stood menacingly with the rest of the group. |
CANNIBAL FOUR: DAN STAFFORD
Dan is again another media student studying horror allowing him to have an insight on what makes a good actor. Dan's appearances are when he is stood with the group and when he is dragging a character away with another cannibal member. |
(TB)