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Georgie McGuigan
as Heather
Georgie recently earned her Master of Arts degree from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and was thrilled to join the Matrescence team upon her return to London.
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Exploring Heather’s real and raw experience of postnatal depression has been a profound and moving experience, and she hopes that the care and dedication the team have poured into telling this story will have a far-reaching impact, helping more women feel truly seen, heard, and understood.
Elliott Pugh
as George
At just three weeks old, Elliott made his acting debut in Matrescence as newborn George. He handled his first on-set experience like a true professional. Sleeping on cue, charming the crew, and bringing authenticity and emotional depth to the film in a way no prop baby ever could.
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Elliott is the cousin of producer Erin Sian Thomas, and his appearance made the film all the more personal and meaningful.
Claire de Boer
as Nina
Claire de Boer is a Dutch actress with credits spanning television, film, and stage. She has appeared in popular series such as Brassic, Fifteen-Love, and Emmerdale, and has performed in a variety of acclaimed films and short productions.
Nicola Fishwick
as Sasha
Nicola Fishwick is a British actress and voiceover artist, known for her roles in films such as Rise of the Footsoldier, False Front, and Spiders on a Plane. She has also appeared in numerous short films, including The Man From Before and the chilling horror short Versipellis.
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Her voiceover career progressed in 2023, during which she lent her voice to a video game, several commercial campaigns, and a lead role in an animated feature film.
