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Hero Talent

Male - 23 to 30 yrsPrincipal (PP) Non union
Project title
Recycle-It
Media
Commercial
Due date
Saturday June 8, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Our HERO is a male in his mid-late 20s. The kind of person who graduated fairly recently from post-secondary and is working at their first "real" job. He will not be delivering any lines.

EMELIA

Female - 50 to 60 yrsLead Union
Project title
REIDframed Studios (ACTRA MIP) - "The Con of Compassion"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Tuesday June 11, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD – EMELIA: Female 50s. Emilia is a kind and compassionate woman in her 60s who always looks for the best in people. Despite experiencing loss and hardship, she is a strong and resilient person who wants to help others and share her wisdom and experience. Her faith in humanity and desire to make a difference drive her actions. When she is robbed, her trust in people is tested, but she refuses to give up on humanity. Through her journey, she goes from being a victim to a mentor and a source of hope for Nell.

NELL

Female - 20 to 30 yrsLead Union
Project title
REIDframed Studios (ACTRA MIP) - "The Con of Compassion"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Tuesday June 11, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD - NELL: Female 20s. Nell is a complex and conflicted young woman in her 20s struggling to find her place in the world. With a difficult past marked by poverty and neglect, she is desperate for a sense of belonging and security. She wants to survive, find purpose, and escape her past. Her desire for a better life and need for human connection motivate her. However, her loyalty to Troy conflicts with her growing feelings for Emilia and her desire to change her life. Through her journey, she transforms from a victim of circumstance to a strong and independent young woman. WARDROBE: 1. Hoody and Dirty Attire

TROY

Male - 20 to 30 yrsLead Union
Project title
REIDframed Studios (ACTRA MIP) - "The Con of Compassion"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Tuesday June 11, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD - TROY: Male 20s. Troy is a selfish and manipulative young man in his 20s who only cares about himself. With a history of criminal behavior, he has never been held accountable for his actions. He wants to get what he wants, no matter the cost, driven by his own self-interest and desire for power. His ego and desire for control conflict with the growing resistance from Nell and Emilia. Ultimately, he goes from being a manipulator to being held accountable for his actions. WARDROBE: 1. Hoody and Dirty Attire

OFFICER JAMES

Male - 30 to 40 yrsSupporting Union
Project title
REIDframed Studios (ACTRA MIP) - "The Con of Compassion"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Tuesday June 11, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

SUPPORTING: OFFICER JAMES: Male 30S. Officer James is a professional, courteous, and efficient police officer dedicated to serving and protecting his community. With a strong sense of justice and a desire to make a difference, he wants to apprehend the criminal and keep the community safe. WARDROBE: 1. Police Uniform Attire

PETE

Male - 50 to 60 yrsLead Union
Project title
REIDframed Studios (ACTRA MIP) - "The Last Plea"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday June 10, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD:PETE: MALE 50-60. A kind hearted homeless man who always looks out for the wellbeing of others around him, even if it means he goes hungry. He believes that when you are kind, things will always come back around to you. WARDROBE: Tattered, worn clothing. Mark’s suggestion — this guy Vince Groulx is a seasoned Toronto actor and a friend - and has expressed interest in working with REIDframed - could be a good fit.

TIM

Male - 25 to 35 yrsLead Union
Project title
REIDframed Studios (ACTRA MIP) - "The Last Plea"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday June 10, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD - TIMOTHY: Male 25-35. Timothy is a smartly dressed, wealthy businessman. He has a kind nature, and is deeply moved when he witnesses the kindness of Pete. But it also deeply troubles him… how can someone with nothing be so giving? WARDROBE: High end business attire.

HELEN

Female - 50 to 60 yrsLead Union
Project title
REIDframed Studios (ACTRA MIP) - "The Last Plea"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday June 10, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD - HELEN: Female 50-60. Timothy’s mother and business partner. She is very wealthy but has a secret past of humble beginnings. She tells a story to Timothy that he’s never heard before, about being homeless on the streets. She was helped by a very kind homeless man who got her back on her feet. WARDROBE: Smartly dressed, high end, classy..

MARCY

Female - 30 to 40 yrsLead Union
Project title
REIDframed Studios (ACTRA MIP) - "The Last Plea"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday June 10, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

SUPPORTING - MARCY: Female 30s. Marcy, like her good friend Pete is also homeless. Pete has helped her out many times and is forever grateful to have a friend on the streets like him. Upbeat sense of humor. WARDROBE: Tattered, worn clothes.

Monkey Paw

Male - 18 to 25 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Monkey Paw
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday June 10, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

A young wrestler from a small town. Young and inexperienced his persona is based on his favourite hero.

Tombstone

Male - 18 to 25 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Monkey Paw
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday June 10, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

A dead man walking. An experienced wrestler who is the embodiment of cool.

Seth

Male - 18 to 28 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Seth is good-looking with amazing hair, but nerdy and naive enough not to realize it. He’s an enigmatic, math genius with a quick analytical mind that allows him to see things most people don’t see. And ever since his mother died, he’s used his ability to break down the world into information and hence control his own private world.

Ava

Female - 18 to 25 yrsCo Star Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Ava is quirky, joyful, and unique. She’s drawn to adventure (at least the idea of it), knows several languages, and dresses with a creative flair. She's an incredibly genuine person who can’t tell a lie to save her life. Her dark humor helps her cope with what she fears - and she fears some of the strangest things!

Rachel (Seth's sister)

Female - 18 to 26 yrsCo Star Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

She’s very mature, articulate, and loves to memorize passages from classic literature. Because Mom’s no longer around, Rachel has taken on the maternal role. She’s selfless to a fault - has a deep strength to help her cope - but still feels the weight of the family upon her.

Hammer

Male - 30 to 50 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Billionaire crime lord. Extremely muscular. Won’t tolerate failure. Crushes everything in his way. But in contrast to his intimidating appearance, he considers himself an artist. Crime - yes, even murder - should be done with elegance.

Mid-Seth

Male - 40 to 60 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

He is the result of the choices of younger Seth. Weary. Hopeless, burdened by the weight of life and his mistakes. He only has the drive of vain self-confidence pushing him forward. There’s a swagger to him.

Slicer

Female - 35 to 55 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

She initially resembles a middle-aged librarian with thick glasses, masking her true nature as a ruthless killer. Harbors a deep hatred for children and possesses an unsettling obsession with knives, showcasing a dark and twisted personality.

Hue

Male - 30 to 50 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Cruel and prone to emotional outbursts, displaying aggression and anger when faced with challenges. Not very clever. Shows a tendency towards violence and unpredictability, making him a volatile and dangerous character. Tinged with various shades of purple skin, giving him a distinctive and alien-like appearance.

Machano

Male - 30 to 50 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A partner in crime with a calculating demeanor focused on survival and self-interest. Engaged in a risky scheme with high stakes, willing to make tough decisions to protect himself. Driven by logic and self-preservation, making calculated decisions to ensure his survival in risky situations. Features mechanical/computer components, especially around one eye, giving him a partially non-human appearance.

Mark (Seth's father)

Male - 45 to 55 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
My Forever Home
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A dedicated father and computer systems manager, striving to provide for his family despite financial challenges. Balances work responsibilities with parental duties, showing care and concern for his children's well-being. Faces pressure to meet financial obligations while imparting wisdom and guidance to his kids.