The sailor, Eamonn Cooper, brings the three main characters to the island because they are significant in the sacrifice that the pagans require, like in the Wicker Man. These characters represent:
- The Fool
- The Virgin
- The Seed Bearer
Casting for the movie is also outlined for each character. We couldn't
Angus - The Fool
We chose the name Angus for the Fool, which is the Anglicized version of Aonghus, a name associated with Irish mythology. Aonghus (sometimes surnamed Mac Og meaning "young son") was the Irish god of love and youth. We decided that the name Angus was the most suitable because it relates to youth or younger years, and this foolish character is to be presented as childish and young-minded.
Angus is going to be wearing a bear costume throughout the movie, to present him as a fool. This costume is actually supposed to be scary as in the movie, he is planning to play as a monster, but instead wore a furry lion suit.
I am going to be playing the character of Angus, and will be wearing a lion suit for the day of filming at Donaghadee Pier.
Sean - The Virgin
We chose the name Sean for the Virgin, which is the Irish version of John, a biblical used name. We decided that this name was the most suitable because it has connection to the bible, and this character is to be presented as a virgin and devout Christian, with a holy necklace that his mother has given him to be safe whilst on the boat filming his project.
The character of Sean is going to be played by Kevin Pourmostofi, a student in my Media Studies class.
Fergus - The Seed Bearer
We chose the name Fergus for the Seed Bearer, which is also associated with Irish mythology, meaning 'man of vigour'. This character is to be presented as the 'cool guy' of the group who has had sex with a girl the night before. We drew inspiration from the Ulster hero Fearghas mac Róich, as our character sees himself as a hero, appearing cocky and confident in his establishing scene in the park.
The character of Fergus is going to be played by another member of my group for the short film, Rudi Magill. We think that me and Rudi look more alike than me and Kevin / Rudi and Kevin, so the audience will see these two characters as close friends with the similar names and appearance.
Eamonn Cooper
We chose the name Eamonn, which is the Irish version of Edmund, meaning 'protection'. This character's name is to be ironic, as he is not protecting the three main characters, he is actually directing them to their deaths at the hands of the Irish pagans that he has been in communication with.
