The Dreary Orphanage: Fairytale Puppet Film (Chapter One)
MostlyFrowns for Henry
Voice: Boy, twelve-year-old, soft childlike voice. I'm looking for young sounding voices by women and men! I am NOT looking for deep adult voices, and while I love anime, Henry should not sound like a dubbed anime boy.
Description: A scrawny, pale, 12-year-old orphan boy with a quiet demeanor. Henry Button has dark greasy hair, a gaunt grungy face, and shabby, torn clothes that barely fit, threatening to fall off his bony frame. Despite his timid nature, there’s a simmering defiance buried beneath his fear and loneliness, waiting to unleash.
Personality: Henry is gentle-hearted and thoughtful — and sarcastic at points. Introverted and sensitive, he finds courage and humor amidst weary situations and has a childlike view of the world. He enjoys fairytale stories, writing, and looks to his stuffed bunny for comfort.
- english
- male child
- all english accents
- animation
- film
- british
- female child
(Speaking softly as he writes his thoughts.) I wish... I wish I could run away — somewhere joyful. Somewhere where wishes do come true. (To his bunny.) Hopeful, you’ve always helped to find hope — to see Daisy.
He’s lying. He pushed me!
I’m not some charity Ms. Hag. Make Dominic apologize.
I applaud your attempt! I think the voice was getting a little into Elmo territory which would make Henry more of a caricature of a child. I'm looking for more of a naturally youthful voice because amidst all the other crazy exaggerated characters, (Dom, Mag, Narrator) Henry needs to be more of a natural subtle performance to have the audience fully root for him. It was a great audition; I just don't think your voice is right for this character.
Yeah I knew I was pushing it into Muppet territory, but I decided to go for it anyways. You never know what people might want when casting anyways hahaThanks for the feedback!