Great casting can transform a film, both creatively and commercially. But it often starts long before the casting director gets involved. It starts on the page.
Date: Sunday, April 12th
Time: 12:40 to 13:30
Room: Tuke Hall
Filmed: YES
This session explores how writers can craft characters that actors want to play and financiers want to back, without compromising the integrity of the story. What makes a role irresistible? How can a script attract talent? And how much should writers think about casting while they’re developing their concept?
Joining us are Catherine Hardwicke, who cast Bella and Edward in in the billion dollar franchise ‘Twilight’, and renowned casting director Dan Hubbard. Together they’ll share practical insights into the relationship between writing, casting, and financing, and reveal how great roles help bring great actors to your project.
Actors Angela Dixon and Donal Finn will also be joining us to share their experiences and opinions on what screenwriters should think about when writing for actors.
Speakers In This Session
Catherine Hardwicke // Writer and Director
Catherine Hardwicke is the visionary director of Thirteen and Twilight, whose work spans Sundance-winning indies to billion-dollar global franchises that launched the careers of a generation’s biggest stars.
Dan Hubbard // Casting Director
Dan is an award-winning casting director trusted by top filmmakers to discover and elevate exceptional talent across internationally acclaimed film and television projects.
Mary Jane Lowe // Actor, Writer & Jazz Singer
Mary Jane Lowe blends acting, screenwriting, and jazz performance to create multifaceted storytelling that spans stage, screen, and music venues.
