Absolute Faff Productions

09/06/2023

We are currently in the final stages of post production and we have just launched our Indiegogo page to raise money for our festival run. Please check out the page and consider donating if you are able to: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/playing-with-fire--7 #/

We have also just dropped our trailer: https://youtu.be/8e_LfNtbnDg

A first look at Absolute Faff Productions' upcoming short, 'Playing with Fire'Written by Ciana Russo and directed by Emma EarnshawStarring Pip Lang, Rosie Ow...

07/06/2023

Check out .film on Instagram! We have just announced all of our amazing cast and crew 🥰

06/05/2023

CASTING CALL – FILMING 3-5TH JUNE

C/Ws: please note that some stories in the documentary contain discussions of depression or references to suicidal thoughts.

‘Side Effects’ is a documentary exploring experiences with hormonal birth control. As a documentary, this is a somewhat unique casting call. To create a safe and inclusive space, we opened a form where people could share their stories and choose to remain anonymous. We are looking for a few actors to perform these stories on camera, like a monologue. The documentary will be a mix of actors and people sharing their own stories.

Filming is taking place between the 3-5th of June. To audition, please apply through this form: https://forms.gle/U8DiUk8LVJLNV5AL9. Please record yourself performing a monologue (30 seconds - 2 minutes). You may choose any monologue, although we recommend something contemporary that explores themes of gender, identity, and/or mental health. We have selected a few options which you could choose from: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15cNX84KBPJGp6k1-UJ2cEDgE1pPvCyictFoOFygEqzo/edit?usp=sharing.

Deadline for tapes: 11.59pm 14 May

As the project is a documentary, we will want actors to take the story they are given and place themselves in the person's shoes, thinking about emotions and context, and how they would present the narrative to camera in a professional setting.

If you have any questions, please message Emma Earnshaw (email: [email protected]). We look forward to watching your tapes!

29/03/2023

COMPOSER CALL OUT - PLAYING WITH FIRE

Playing with Fire follows female filmmaker Sam, on the set of a production of Antony and Cleopatra in 1982 and the sexism she experiences, and an all-female crew in 2022, led by Fallon, that seeks to retell her story. The short examines sexism, feminism, justice, and morality. It is inspired by Inglorious Bastards, Cléo from 5 to 7, and real conversations.

We are looking for a composer to work from a rough cut of the film! There is no set timeline to finish the film, but we are hoping to have it completed at some point in Trinity Term. If you are interested, please apply through this Google Form: https://forms.gle/89PhWa7qoEFFmH7D9 !

Deadline: 11.59pm Friday 7th April

28/02/2023

URGENT CASTING CALL

We are looking for someone to play an actress playing Cleopatra in the 80s (female, white, 20s) TODAY. The role is logistically simple in terms of lines and blocking and there will be lots of support on set. We would need you from 1.30/2pm to midnight. Please dm Emma Earnshaw if available and interested!!

22/01/2023

CREW CALL – UNTITLED FILM

We’re putting together a crew for a short film to be shot in 7th week! Ciana Russo is writing the script, which is still in development. It centres on sexism and feminism with split narratives in the 80s and present day. We are looking for:

Producer: Ideally someone with experience sourcing funding for film and theatre productions, as that will be their primary focus.

Production Designer: Someone who is excited about the prospect of sourcing props and costumes for both an 80s aesthetic and the present day. If you also have experience with hair / MUA, let us know!

Hair / MUA: Like the Production Designer role, someone who is interested in creating distinct aesthetics between the 80s and present day.

Sound Recordist: No experience required

To apply, please fill in this google form by the end of next Friday (27 Jan): https://forms.gle/wCEZzqxdMA3Mf3wM9. If you have any questions, please message me or Ciana Russo. We look forward to hearing from you!

29/04/2022

NELL GWYNN UPDATE: PRODUCER CHANGE

Hi everyone, this is Emma Earnshaw, the creator of Absolute Faff Productions. I have made the decision to focus on films and OUFF for the moment, and I am no longer producing Nell Gwynn. I wish the best of luck to Deborah Acheampong, who is taking over, and Turn Off Your Phone Productions!

If you have any questions about the production or auditions, please email [email protected]

-Emma 🧡