McLeod Casting

So excited to share this incredible review from Variety for A. Rimbaud.

I absolutely loved casting this beautiful and deeply original production and honestly could not be prouder watching what is happening with this film. Seeing the sold out screenings, the extended New York run at the Roxy and the extraordinary audience response has been so wonderful to watch unfold.

Australian actor Blake Draper is extraordinary in the film, carrying this ambitious and remarkable piece under the brilliant direction of Patrick Wang. It was such a privilege to be part of a film that is creating such genuine conversation with audiences around the world.

Independent films like this are so special and so rare, and I’m just incredibly proud of the entire team behind it.

✨ Variety Review
https://variety.com/2026/film/reviews/a-rimbaud-review-1236762595/

Exciting news… ✨

I’m so incredibly excited to be joining the team at Lonely Hill Films, casting and producing the Australian feature film Kennedy. 🎬❤️

Inspired by the remarkable true story of Bridget Tobin, this powerful woman’s story instantly connected with me through its heart, strength and resilience. It is such a beautiful, emotional and inspiring piece and I truly feel so grateful and proud to now be part of bringing it to the screen.

Really looking forward to this creative journey and everything ahead with this wonderful team 💕

Beautiful article from FilmInk. ✨

Beautiful words from Keith Uhlich on feature film A. Rimbaud and the extraordinary collaboration between Patrick Wang and Blake Draper ✨ Currently screening in New York 🍿❤️

“A performance that at first blush feels vaguely raw and ragged… and by the end so precise in its every choice and effect that the full scope of Wang and Draper’s collaborative effort becomes awe-strikingly evident.”

Could not be prouder of Blake carrying this entire film onscreen in such a fearless, vulnerable and deeply moving performance. Such an extraordinary achievement for any actor and so exciting seeing his work recognised internationally. 💫

And huge congratulations to Patrick Wang whose vision, writing and direction are so unique, intimate and deeply human. Patrick is such a thoughtful filmmaker and storyteller and I absolutely loved collaborating with him on this project. The way he creates cinema feels incredibly uncompromising, honest and original, and A. Rimbaud is such a beautiful example of that. 💙

I absolutely loved casting this beautiful and completely original piece of cinema and it’s so exciting seeing audiences connect with the film in such a profound way.

Read the full review here:
Keith Uhlich’s review of A. Rimbaud https://keithuhlich.substack.com/p/a-rimbaud

Loved casting A. Rimbaud 💙✨ So excited this beautiful film is screening in New York on May 12, 18 & 26 at the gorgeous Roxy Cinema.

Massive congratulations to the brilliant who is just extraordinary in this, carrying the entire film as the sole actor… truly something so special 💫

Written and directed by the incredible Patrick Wang, who I absolutely loved collaborating with on this. Such a beautiful filmmaker and storyteller and this film really stays with you… a real labour of love filmed in Canada and such a unique piece of cinema.

Also love this beautiful article and conversation with Patrick about the film and the creative process behind it ✨

Huge congratulations to the amazing cast, crew, producers and everyone involved 🤍✨

If you’re in NYC or passing through please go and see it… this one is really special ❤️

So lovely being part of this brilliant Screen Forever panel on the Gold Coast ✨💕

Such a great conversation around bringing international talent into Australia and the realities of navigating the industry globally. Loved sharing stories, experiences and a few laughs with this incredible group of people.

Huge thanks to Sophia Zachariou from , Jason Burrows from , Kylie du Fresne from , Anne Kemp from and Liana Dubois from 🤍✨

Feeling very grateful to still come up and embrace it all this year… I know my beautiful dad Jamie would have been proud ❤️ xx

So lovely to be part of the panel at Screen Forever and attend the SPA Awards ✨💚
They were fantastic, massive congratulations to all the winners and nominees.

A quick trip this year… after losing my beautiful dad, I know he would have been proud I was there, embracing it all 🤍

So special to connect and see friends and colleagues Xx

The most incredible celebration of my beautiful dad Jamie’s life on Saturday… he would have loved every minute of it.
So much love, laughter and all his people ❤️ just him all over.

Today we said our final goodbye.

I honestly can’t imagine life without you… my heart is broken. But I feel so lucky to have had you as my dad always there, ❤️
I know you’d want me to keep smiling and living life fully.

Fly high my beautiful dad Jamie 🤍 you will live in my heart forever ❤️ and I know you are shining bright up there, ✨⭐️still looking after us all Xx ❤️

So grateful to be stepping into my fifth year as President of the Casting Guild of Australia, thank you to our wonderful members for your trust and support ❤️

It’s the people that make this so special… such a passionate, generous and talented community, and I feel very lucky to be part of it.

Anousha Zarkesh, you have been an absolute force. Your integrity, passion and commitment to inclusion have shaped the Guild in such a powerful way. I’m so grateful for you and so happy you’ll continue across the Executive, TV & Film and Inclusion Committees.

Excited to be working alongside Lisa Campbell as she steps into the Vice President role, such a brilliant addition.

Kathryn Courtney Prior thank you for everything you’ve given, with so much care and heart. So glad you’ll continue with the Awards Committee.

And welcome Kelsey Martin as Secretary, lovely to have you on board ✨

Grateful, proud and excited for what’s ahead…
Thea Xx