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Vicky

Female - 19 to 45 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
VICKY CROSSING
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Friday May 31, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Transgender actor who can also be a consultant to director. Note: Script is in early stages.

The Bombshell / Marilyn Monroe

Female - 18 to 40 yrsLead Union
Project title
Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 10, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa, Sudbury
Role description

Marilyn Monroe as the world has never seen her before! Action Movie Marilyn! 3 pg Dialogue Scene Followed by 4pg Action Sequence

Janet Brown

Female - 45 to 55 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Janet Brown (ACTOR) (Non Union) Female, supporting, 45-55, Black West-Indian descent. Silver white hair, if possible. Janet Brown is a warm, sweet soul who was married to Desmond for over 20 years and is also Ebony’s mother. She is a sage full of wisdom and compassion.

Jennifer Duke

Female - 28 to 35 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Jennifer Duke (ACTOR) Union White Female, supporting, 28-35 Jennifer Duke is the office manager for the retirement home Desmond lives in. She is focused, driven and thrives in environments that have order in them. Straight forward in her speech.

Nurse, RPN

Female - 25 to 35 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Nurse, RPN (ACTOR) Union Female, supporting, 25-35, Black. Desmond’s main caregiver is quiet but confident and knows how to handle Desmond’s strong personality.

Nurse

Female - 30 to 55 yrsBackground Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Nurse, (background) Union Female, 30-55, Black, non-speaking role Walking through the halls of a nursing home.

Elderly 1

All - 60 to 99 yrsBackground Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Elderly (Background) (5) Union 60+ Non-speaking role. BIPOC Reading a book, having conversations with other residents, and playing card games.

Elderly 2

All - 60 to 99 yrsBackground Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Elderly (Background) (5) Union 60+ Non-speaking role. BIPOC Reading a book, having conversations with other residents, and playing card games.

Elderly 3

All - 60 to 99 yrsBackground Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Elderly (Background) (5) Union 60+ Non-speaking role. BIPOC Reading a book, having conversations with other residents, and playing card games.

Elderly 4

All - 60 to 99 yrsBackground Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Elderly (Background) (5) Union 60+ Non-speaking role. BIPOC Reading a book, having conversations with other residents, and playing card games.

Elderly 5

All - 60 to 99 yrsBackground Union or Non union
Project title
Sugar Dumplin
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday April 1, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Elderly (Background) (5) Union 60+ Non-speaking role. BIPOC Reading a book, having conversations with other residents, and playing card games.

MOLLY

Female - 30 to 44 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) - ""Rental Riddle: Tenants' Dilemma Unraveled"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD - MOLLY, 30-44 Hardworking and determined to find her happiness despite facing financial - and life - struggles. She works as a cleaner and feels trapped by her circumstances but finds newfound resolve when faced with Alan’s corruption. Determined to fight for her rights and her fellow tenants’, Molly stands up to an unjust system and those who take advantage of it.

MRS FERGUSON

Female - 65 to 75 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) - ""Rental Riddle: Tenants' Dilemma Unraveled"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD - MRS. FERGUSON, 65+ Although not without her own challenges, Mrs. Ferguson is a wise and resilient woman. She offers advice and support to Molly, drawing from her own life experiences and hardships, ultimately becoming her number one advocate and ally as they bring down Alan.

ALAN

Male - 45 to 65 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) - ""Rental Riddle: Tenants' Dilemma Unraveled"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD - ALAN, 45-65 A smug and manipulative property manager who exploits his tenants for personal gain. He creates a false narrative that not only pushes residents out of their homes, but is fraudulent - illegal - too. He embodies greed and callousness, showing no remorse for his actions until he's faced with consequences.

MR GRECO

Male - 65 to 75 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) - ""Rental Riddle: Tenants' Dilemma Unraveled"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD: MR. GRECO, 65+ A frail elderly tenant, vulnerable to the unjust tactics of Alan. He represents the most at-risk members of the community who are often overlooked and mistreated by those in power. HMU & WARDROBE: Comfortable and casual.

LANELLE

Female - 40 to 50 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) "Million Dollar Destiny: The Lottery"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD – LANELLE – 40s: AFRICAN- AMERICAN, Lanelle is resilient, compassionate, and determined despite experiencing heartbreak and betrayal. Lanelle grapples with the emotional turmoil of her failed marriage, her battle with cancer, and the uncertainty of her future. She also fears losing her sense of self and identity in the face of adversity. Her unexpected friendship with Leah, the owner of the Airbnb home, becomes a source of support and inspiration for Lanelle. WARDROBE: 1. Casual Attire 2. Work Attire 3. Casual Attire 4. Pajama Attire 5. Courtroom Attire 6. Casual Attire

MARQUIS BOWEN

Male - 40 to 50 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) "Million Dollar Destiny: The Lottery"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD – MARQUIS BOWENS – 40s: AFRICAN- AMERICAN, Marquis’ core desire is to get out of his marriage with Lanelle and start a new life, free from the financial burden he feels she imposes on him. Marquis is motivated by self-interest and the pursuit of personal happiness. He believes that divorcing Lanelle and finding a new partner will bring him the freedom and financial stability he desires. The climax occurs when Marquis’ claims for a portion of Lanelle's lottery winnings are denied by the mediator, forcing him to confront the consequences of his actions and accept the loss of financial security he had anticipated. WARDROBE: 1. Casual Attire 2. Courtroom Attire

VERA

Female - 65 to 75 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) "Million Dollar Destiny: The Lottery"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD – VERA – 70s: Vera exudes a sense of compassion and understanding, making her a natural confidante for Lanelle. Leah becomes Lanelle's source of strength and emotional support. Lanelle finds solace and a glimmer of hope in Leah's advice and encouragement. In a moment of generosity, Vera even buys a lottery ticket for Lanelle with her own money, emphasizing the unexpected opportunities that can arise from even the darkest moments. WARDROBE: 1. Casual Attire 2. Casual Attire 3. Casual Attire

MR. REID

Male - 40 to 50 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) "Million Dollar Destiny: The Lottery"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD – MR. REID – 40s: Mr. Reid is Lanelle’s boss. He sees Lanelle's struggles and personal issues as nothing more than obstacles to his ideal work environment. He believes that by removing her from the firm, he can maintain an image of success and authority. Victor's decision to fire Lanelle without offering any support or understanding exposes his callousness. WARDROBE: 1. Office Attire

MEDIATOR

Female - 50 to 60 yrsLead Union
Project title
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) "Million Dollar Destiny: The Lottery"
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday March 29, 2024
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

LEAD – MEDIATOR– 50s: The Mediator has a calm and measured speaking style. She uses precise language and is adept at using rhetorical devices to make her arguments persuasive. Her tone is authoritative and commanding, but also carries a hint of empathy and understanding. The Mediator strongly believes in the principles of justice, fairness, and equality. WARDROBE: 1. Courtroom Attire