Joss was instrumental in my preparation for Primate. From the early stages of training, he helped bring my physicality up to the level the character demanded, developing a wide variety of skills and physical intensity that we could then use as raw material to build Ben alongside Alex Reynolds and director Johannes Roberts.
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What made Joss particularly valuable was his understanding of what a performer needs when working in a suit, with animatronics, in creature conditions. He could communicate across departments, pass on his knowledge to different teams, and find ways to cater for my specific needs while also serving what the production required. That balance is rare.
It started from the audition process. The physical tasks he set were genuinely indicative of the work ahead, which meant I arrived at prep already oriented and supported. That support came both from his knowledge of creature performance and from the fact that he’s a performer himself, and that comes through in how he works and how he communicates with everyone around him.
Miguel Torres Umba
'Ben' - 'PRIMATE
Alexandra Reynolds
Choteographer & Movement Director
“Joss has been an invaluable core member of a group of movement specialists who continues to inspire, create and shape new frontiers in movement led character work.
I worked closely with Joss Carter on the film Primate, where his contribution was quite simply indispensable. Joss brought a rare and specialist expertise in primate movement that is almost impossible to find at this level.
He trained the stunt double with precision and care, and worked directly and sensitively with Miguel Torres, who played the killer chimpanzee at the heart of the film. The physical authenticity he brought to that performance was central to what made it believable and compelling on screen.
At a critical point in the production, when my own commitments took me elsewhere, Joss stepped up and led a week-long workshop entirely independently — with the confidence, professionalism, and creative authority of someone who needed no oversight. He also took on the casting process, bringing the same rigour and instinct to that role as he did to everything else.
Joss is the kind of collaborator you trust completely. I would recommend him without hesitation to any production requiring specialist movement expertise, and I look forward to working with him again.”
Chad M. Ward
Director - FAIRY DUST
"Joss Carter isn't just an actor, he's a force of nature. The very best kind of madman who brings an unrivalled level of passion and commitment to every role he takes on."
Spencer Cohen
"Joss creates genuine fear when he embodies a character. He makes nightmares, and we LOVED seeing his terrifying take on the Devil"
Director - TAROT
Lynne Page
Movement Director/Choreographer
“Joss is one of the most exciting artists I have worked with in a long time. His artistry, creativity and extraordinary performance skills are a gift.”
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Dominic Hailstone
SFX/VFX
"Joss jumped enthusiastically into throwing himself to the ground repeatedly, covered in dirt and fake blood. He did this with passion. Joss is a friendly, amiable and enthusiastic actor, always punctual, helpful and willing. I wouldn’t hesitate to employ him on any future productions as he gives his entirety to the production.
I greatly enjoyed his company."
Charlie Mayhew
Movement Director
“He is one of the most talented movement specialists I am yet to work with. His body possesses a vast range of movement, he’s a brilliant actor, and he has an ability to absorb direction to a depth that takes a role to whole other level.”
Anna Halberg
Director - TAROT
"Joss was absolutely fantastic. He is incredibly hard working and dedicated to his craft. I look forward to collaborating with him on the next project"
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Colm McCarthy
​​“Joss was an incredibly vital member of our creature team. Not only did he help to develop unique, bespoke movement, he was also incredibly committed to the long, arduous days involved in our production. He brought his exceptional physical performance skills to beat every day with a great work ethic and positive attitude. I would work with him again in a heartbeat".
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Director - CURFEW
Oona Doherty
Choreographer
"Joss has the stamina and technique thats like fighting talk..He's a creative asset to any company and a brilliant teacher too."
Ian Pons Jewell
Director
“He did not fail to impress, bringing all the craziness I had imagined he had inside him, but with total control and taking direction perfectly.”​
Marc Lacey
1st AD - Don't Hug Me I'm Scared
"He was a popular member of the crew, working really well with all the elements of the film making team to help create a friendly but focused environment.”
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Dan O'Neill
Movement Director - CURFEW
"All departments remarked on Joss’s professionalism and his incredible performance. His intelligence, skills and commitment to his craft made it an absolute joy to be around. My respect for him continues to grow, and I would happily recommend this talented and charming man to any directors, producers or movement directors.”
Ken Ludden
Director, Margot Fonteyn Ballet Academy, USA
“Carter is a master, a visionary, and a true fine artist. He is one of the new breed that assures beyond any doubt that there is a coming golden age of fine art. It is in these odd corners of the world one still finds the kind of quality of expression and mastery of form that Carter's art represents."
Dan Martin
13 Finger FX - TAROT
“Working with Joss was an absolute pleasure. He is a truly fantastic creature performer. Joss' dedication and commitment to his craft are truly impressive. The energy of his performance, and his ability to bring creatures to life is top tier."
Dean Chalkley
Photographer / Creative Director
“Joss Carter lives and breathes resistance!Disposed of fear, Joss has developed very particular physical body language. Creative energy courses through his veins!"
Evangelia Kolyra
Choreographer
"Joss has a strong presence and he is a committed and fearless performer, keen to engage with ideas which push his physical and mental limits.”
Cliff Wallace
"Sitting still for many hours, of prosthetic makeup and suit application at odd hours of the day and night is no easy job. Remaining cheerful, focussed and professional is even harder. Giving a committed performance after so long in the makeup chair whilst respecting the makeup is harder still.
Joss Carter is great at all of that."
SFX Prosthetics Make up Artist
Lea Tirabasso
Choreographer
“Joss is a fearless and generous performer, team member and collaborator. His commitment and trust allowed me to fully achieve my vision for my piece ‘TOYS’”.
Adrian Rigby
SFX Prosthetics Make up Artist
“I worked with Joss Carter during the summer of 2016 on Tom Cruises ‘The Mummy’. I made up Joss a few times as one of the undead characters. He was always a pleasure to work with. A very patient dedicated and consummate professional. That’s always a bonus when someone is enduring a prosthetic makeup.”
Charlie Steeds
"He was so amazing in this movie. His creature performance and his choreography all brought the horror and action into the film and elevated the whole thing."
Director
Darren Robinson
"We stuck Joss in full body creature prosthetics whilst filming night shoots in Manchester in the middle of winter. The action required was both mentally and physically very challenging, but even in the harshest of conditions, Joss nailed his performance perfectly every time. Scary to watch!!”
SFX Prosthetics Make up Artist
