Wandsworth’s green spaces are set to become the evocative backdrop for a tale of the lives and loves of London’s park-life.

That is, if the makers of an ambitious new feature film succeed in their aim to make a 90 minute feel-good comedy-drama set on Tooting Common.

Common People will weave together six separate stories, and feature more than 30 characters ranging in age from pensioners to cub scouts.

Its makers hope the film will "reflect the multi-cultural richness within the capital" and "create a colourful snapshot of London between the romance of a Royal Wedding and the inspirational spirit of the Olympic Games".

In a bid to overcome financial limitations, producers - Wandsworth residents Kerry Skinner and Stewart Alexander - are calling on members of the community to volunteer their time helping to make the film.

The pair, who have already received offers of help from across the borough, are looking for talented young actors, five obedient and talented dogs, one African Grey Parrot, and any local sponsors willing to help out.

Mr Alexander said: "We’ve been overwhelmed by the reaction we’ve had from the local community.

"From big organizations like Wandsworth Council and the Battersea Arts Centre, to all the individuals who’ve contacted us through StreetLife, offering to do anything they can to help.

"It’s been inspiring so see how much support there is from the local community."

Auditions for the principal child and adolescent roles will be held in late July/early August, and principal photography is set to take place on Tooting Common from August 15 to September 2.

In addition volunteers of every age from the community are invited to help by appearing as background extras, sourcing, or loaning props to the production, and even assisting with catering.

For more information email commonpeople@btinternet.com or visit the Common People website at wix.com/commonpeople/common-people---the-movie.