Selected open roles for talent

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Dave's Mom

Female - 52 to 61 yrsNon Speaking Union
Project title
American Curl: Winnipeg Casting
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Sunday October 19, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

White. Since Dave’s wife passed away, his mother has been helping baby-sit his daughters. She’s more than happy to help Dave out and adores her grand-daughters. ...Actor role without dialogue scripted.

Boy (gorilla enclosure)

Male - 5 to 7 yrsNon Speaking Union
Project title
American Curl: Winnipeg Casting
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Sunday October 19, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Between games at the Cincinnati bonspiel, Dave takes his daughters to the zoo. He sees this young fellow trying to get a better look at the gorillas - so he lifts him up over the railing! PLEASE INCLUDE DATE of BIRTH WITH SUBMISSION.

Dave's Daughter #1

Female - 7 to 9 yrsNon Speaking Union
Project title
American Curl: Winnipeg Casting
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Sunday October 19, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Dave’s younger daughter adores her father and is so proud of him! ...Actor role without dialogue scripted. PLEASE INCLUDE DATE of BIRTH WITH SUBMISSION.

Dave's Daughter #2

Female - 10 to 12 yrsNon Speaking Union
Project title
American Curl: Winnipeg Casting
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Sunday October 19, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Dave’s older daughter is still grieving the loss of her mother, but seeing her Dad so happy has taken the edge of some of her own sadness. ...Actor role without dialogue scripted. PLEASE INCLUDE DATE of BIRTH WITH SUBMISSION.

Mia Rose

Female - 20 to 25 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Mountain Rescue
Media
Microdrama
Due date
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A city girl running from trauma, Mia is sweet yet stubborn, vulnerable yet fiercely determined. After years under her ex fiancé’s control, she finally takes her life back—only to find herself lost in the wilderness and forced to rely on a stranger for survival. Her journey transforms her from a naive victim into a woman capable of standing her ground, both emotionally and physically. All intimacy and stunt sequences involving this character will be closely supervised by the Intimacy and Stunt Coordinators.

Grizzly

Male - 25 to 35 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Mountain Rescue
Media
Microdrama
Due date
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A rugged ex-soldier turned recluse, Grizzly hides deep emotional scars beneath his hardened exterior. Haunted by the loss of his fiancée, he’s sworn off connection—until Mia crashes into his world. Stoic yet deeply protective, his journey explores restraint, redemption, and rediscovered desire. All intimacy and stunt sequences involving this character will be closely supervised by the Intimacy and Stunt Coordinators.

Owen Vanderbuilt

Male - 25 to 30 yrsSupporting Lead Non union
Project title
Mountain Rescue
Media
Microdrama
Due date
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A wealthy, entitled businessman with a god complex. Outwardly charming but internally violent and controlling, Owen represents Mia’s past trauma and obsession. His manipulative nature drives the story’s conflict as he hunts her down, unable to let go of what he believes he owns. All intimacy and stunt sequences involving this character will be closely supervised by the Intimacy and Stunt Coordinators.

Piper Langley

Female - 20 to 25 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Mountain Rescue
Media
Microdrama
Due date
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A jealous and manipulative mountain local who once had a brief encounter with Grizzly. Competitive and cruel, Piper’s insecurity fuels her obsession to humiliate Mia and reclaim the man who rejected her. Beautiful but volatile, she acts as the spark that reignites the story’s tension. All intimacy and stunt sequences involving this character will be closely supervised by the Intimacy and Stunt Coordinators.

Amber

Female - 25 to 30 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Mountain Rescue
Media
Microdrama
Due date
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Amber is the friendly local store owner who becomes Mia’s first real ally in the small mountain town. Warm, down-to-earth, and quietly strong, she provides Mia with both emotional support and a sense of belonging after her traumatic experiences.

JACK HALL

Male - 35 to 45 yrsRecurring Union
Project title
American Hostage 103: ADDITIONAL ROLES
Media
TV Series
Due date
Wednesday October 15, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Can play the role of Male, A former football player in college, he's genuinely happy to have a cushy job with his family. Jack might not be the sharpest tool in the shed, but he does know all the words to Margaritavile. He also loves to make fun of his younger brother, who he thinks is kinda soft… CAUCASIAN

EVELYN

Female - 30 to 40 yrsRecurring Union
Project title
American Hostage 103: ADDITIONAL ROLES
Media
TV Series
Due date
Wednesday October 15, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Can play the role of Female, 30s, Evelyn isn't necessarily the deepest of reporters but she knows she doesn't have to be. The camera loves her. She's from a small town herself and the last thing she wants is to stay one second longer in Indianapolis. Definitely has no time for local reporters hitting on her. She has dreams of being Barbara Walters. CAUCASIAN

CLIFF

Male - 30 to 40 yrsLarge Principal Union
Project title
American Hostage 103: ADDITIONAL ROLES
Media
TV Series
Due date
Wednesday October 15, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Can play the role of Male, 30s, A devoted employee of Meridian Mortgage almost to a fault. He is going to work at that company until he gets his gold watch at 55. He collects stamps and likes afternoon tea. (Not that anyone would know this because no one asks Cliff anything about himself). CAUCASIAN

DJ SCOTTSO

Male - 30 to 50 yrsPrincipal Union
Project title
American Hostage 103: ADDITIONAL ROLES
Media
TV Series
Due date
Wednesday October 15, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Can play the role of Male, he is a radio DJ who asks a caller to request a song... OPEN ETHNICITY

CARL HECKMAN

Male - 10 to 12 yrsActor Union
Project title
American Hostage 103: ADDITIONAL ROLES
Media
TV Series
Due date
Wednesday October 15, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Can play the role of Male, 11, he is Fred's middle son. Seen wearing a crocodile costume, he is imaginative, playful, and rambunctious. Oblivious to the situation going on in the news and more focused on convincing his dad to get him a hunting rifle, he is gleefully lost in his own world... CAUCASIAN

Johnny

Male - 60 to 90 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
The Brain Train
Media
Film School
Due date
Monday October 20, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Johnny is blocked. Living and working in the world of illegal art, he has hardly had the opportunity to explore or understand its beauty. His curiosity is tested in this story and begins to unfold through courageous actions and tapping into a childlike sense of wonder. By learning to express himself, Johnny begins to challenge a broken society and connect others through art.

Bill

Male - 20 to 40 yrsPrincipal Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
The Brain Train
Media
Film School
Due date
Monday October 20, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Bill is Johnny’s absurd boss and a capitalist at core. Any kindness he displays is driven by profit. His distaste toward art follows the law but is mainly supported by his business which specializes in destroying it.

Carli

Female - 10 to 20 yrsPrincipal Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
The Brain Train
Media
Film School
Due date
Monday October 20, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Carli is a motherly figure and mentor toward Johnny. Her youthful confidence in herself allows her to spread the appreciation of artistic expression to others. She is careful though to not catch unwanted attention from the law or authorities like Bill.

Enzo

Male - 23 to 27 yrsLead Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Prizefighter
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Confident and energetic young man. Has an athletic build and average height. Character is a boxer and will be involved in fight scenes - stunt coordinator on set

Andrew

Male - 23 to 26 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Prizefighter
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Is a meek and quiet young man. Has a moderate build. Character is a boxer and will be involved in a fight scene - stunt coordinator on set

Father Marco

Male - 45 to 60 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Prizefighter
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Is a mild-mannered, middle-aged priest. He is a very serious man, but approachable.