CAUCASIAN William is Ben’s dad—reserved, wise, and observant. He’s a man of few words but misses nothing. A former athlete with an air of quiet authority, he carries himself with the confidence of someone who’s seen it all. Beneath his composed exterior, he has a subtle sense of humor and a surprising level of understanding. He slowly picks up on Ria’s unusual behavior, and in the end, proves to be her unexpected ally. Think Nick Offerman in Parks and Rec meets J.K. Simmons in Juno. Requirements: Strong deadpan delivery, ability to express warmth beneath a stern demeanor.

CAUCASIAN Margaret is the warm, talkative, effortlessly sophisticated mother of Ben. She’s the type who thrives on making guests feel at home—sometimes too much. She dotes on Ria, offering large portions of homemade meals and suggesting touristy outings, oblivious to the fact that Ria is internally panicking the whole time. Think Julie Walters in Mamma Mia meets Catherine O’Hara in Schitt’s Creek.

Caucasian- Emma is 33. She is a well-meaning, emotionally-driven woman who prides herself on being empathetic and always striving to heal old wounds, particularly with her estranged family. She believes deeply in the power of forgiveness, especially when it comes to their mother, despite the painful past they share. Emma is determined to reconnect and often pushes others, especially Suzan, toward reconciliation, believing that love and understanding can mend even the deepest rifts. She’s compassionate, often idealistic, and seeks to fix what’s broken, even when it seems impossible. However, Emma’s empathy can sometimes be more performative than practical. Despite claiming to be empathetic, when Suzan falls into the freezing water, Emma hesitates, frozen by fear and shock, unwilling to put herself at risk to save her sister. This moment of inaction reveals a stark contrast to her self-image and exposes the limits of her compassion, leaving her to face the consequences of her emotional naivety. Emma's loyalty and desire to mend broken bonds often blind her to the boundaries others set, leaving her frustrated and emotionally drained when her efforts fail.

Caucasian- The actor must be ok with getting inside cold water. Suzan is 36. She is a sharp, cynical woman with a no-nonsense attitude, shaped by years of emotional distance. She has a tough exterior, often coming across as cold, detached, and unwilling to show vulnerability. Suzan is independent to a fault, preferring to keep her emotions buried deep. She struggles with the idea of forgiveness, especially when it comes to their mother, whom she holds responsible for much of the pain in her life. Though she can be sarcastic and even dismissive at times, there's a raw honesty to her that can’t be ignored. She has a strong sense of self-preservation, often running away from emotional confrontations rather than dealing with them. Despite her guarded nature, she’s surprisingly resourceful and capable, having learned to fend for herself.

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Callahan is a tall, bright, young adult male, who wants to excel in boot camp, but who struggles with emotional self-control and has a soft-spot for romance. He is a little smart for his own good, but an even bigger flaw is that he may be gullible and may see life, at times, through 'rose-coloured glasses' as they say. This satirical character is based upon the character, JOKER, who was originally played by Matthew Modine in the 1987 feature film, FULL METAL JACKET, directed by the late Stanley Kubrick. However, we are open to any race or height in our casting. This character MAY wear wire-rim eye-glasses, but they are not necessary for success in casting. However, non-prescription glasses may be used for the performance. FYI

MUST BE UNION - ACTRA member This ad is for the Federal NDP. Actors must not have appeared in PC or Liberal promotional content. This role is seen on camera but there are no speaking lines. This role is an embodiment of blue collar workers in Canada. Actor will be sitting on a boardroom table.

MUST BE UNION - ACTRA member This ad is for the Federal NDP. Actors must not have appeared in PC or Liberal promotional content. This role is seen on camera but there are no speaking lines. We are looking for any Trump actor or impersonator. If you have had previous roles as Trump and or already have a trump wig/costume that is also great, but not necessary for submission.

MUST BE UNION - ACTRA member This ad is for the Federal NDP. Actors must not have appeared in PC or Liberal promotional content. This role is seen on camera but there are no speaking lines. This role is an embodiment of Mark Carney. Actor will be sitting at a boardroom table.

MUST BE UNION - ACTRA member This ad is for the Federal NDP. Actors must not have appeared in PC or Liberal promotional content. This role is seen on camera but there are no speaking lines. This role is an embodiment of Pierre Poilievre. Actor will be sitting at a boardroom table.

Resilient avenger, wealthy heiress. Elegant and composed, Emily hides her powerful core beneath haute couture. Raised in privilege with elite education, she values family and justice. Betrayed by her husband, she fearlessly defends her daughter and reclaims her dignity with intelligence and strength.

Selfish, greedy cheater. Charming on the surface, ruthless underneath. David climbed the social ladder only to be consumed by greed and deceit. He betrays his wife and uses his mistress for personal gain, showing little care even for his own daughter.

Arrogant homewrecker. Flashy, jealous, and ruthless, Sarah thrives on manipulation and status. Once David’s childhood friend, she weaponizes their relationship to gain power, bullying Emily and Lily with vicious cruelty and no remorse.

Innocent child caught in the storm. Sweet, curious, and full of life, Lily is Emily’s beloved daughter. Despite facing bullying and betrayal, she remains hopeful and loving—anchored by her mother’s protection.

Rebellious bully. Illegitimate son of Sarah and David. Arrogant and unruly, Ethan mirrors his mother’s cruelty and targets Lily at school.

Leader of the school who ultimately sees through the lies and stands with Emily, exposing Sarah and David’s deceit.

Emily’s trusted friend who steps in at a critical moment to uphold justice and bring the guilty to account.

*Marlowe (Female - 16) - Lead Marlowe, Sharp-witted and fiercely independent, she masks her frustration with biting humor and a rebellious streak. Secretly, she longs for love. (**We are looking for actors living with disabilities for this role **)

**James (Male - 17) – Support Charismatic, confident, and flirty. He embraces his disability with humor and a rebellious streak, making light of serious situations. (**We are looking for actors living with disabilities for this role **)