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DETECTIVE SISAVATH

Male - 40 to 60 yrsActor Union
Project title
After All The Years - Now Union
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Monday February 5, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Ethnicity is Southeast Asian/East Asian. A sharp, composed detective skilled in disguise, using his skills to help apprehend Tony. Sisavath conveys a sense of authority and intelligence, with an underlying layer of empathy.

Chelsea

Female - 12 to 19 yrsLead Not designatedUnpaid
Project title
Toe Pick (Crazy8s)
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday February 1, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Character is female presenting, age 12-19 to play 13/14, any ethnicity. Chelsea is passionate about figure skating but has had it with the typical standards of the 90s, and her coach's obsession with her body weight. Performer must have competitive figure skating experience...LEAD

Peter Antson

Male - 26 to 32 yrsLead Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Fading Colors
Media
Film School
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Peter, is a 30-year-old artist with a heart full of passion for painting. He's a nice, hardworking guy who won't let anyone belittle his art. Despite sacrifices for his passion, his girlfriend breaks up with him. Peter doesn't care much about what people think; he wears what feels comfortable. His life is a canvas painted with dedication, love, and a refusal to compromise on his artistic journey. This role requires smoking (herbal or fake cigarette)

Stella

Female - 26 to 32 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Fading Colors
Media
Film School
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Stella's a nice 28-year-old working well-settled in her job. Her relationship with Peter feels one-sided, making her question things. Despite her caring nature, she won't accept feeling taken for granted.

Ahmed

Male - 44 to 54 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Fading Colors
Media
Film School
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Ahmed, a friendly guy from Afghanistan who came in the '70s, runs a small cafe. He's slightly chubby, wears traditional clothes, and has a white beard. Hardworking and kind, Ahmed is all about family and community. This role requires smoking (herbal or fake cigarette)

Mark Battel

Male - 34 to 40 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Fading Colors
Media
Film School
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Mark, the well-dressed gallerist. He's tall with a reptilian smile. Mark believes in selling whatever the market wants to buy. His gallery reflects this money-focused mindset, where art is whatever sells. His story is about ambition, making calculated choices, and the business side of the art world.

Customer

Male - 35 to 42 yrsActor Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Fading Colors
Media
Film School
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

This person is just plain rude. They don't care about art and think paying means they own everything. Super narrow-minded and stuck on themselves. Dealing with them is a challenge in itself.

ÁGUILA

Male - 15 yrsRecurring Union or Non union
Project title
DESIERTO SONORO
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Calgary, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Houston, Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile, Bogotá, Lima, Caracas, Cali
Role description

15 años, moreno, de origen sudamericano o centro americano. ÁGUILA es el líder del grupo de Los nIños Perdidos. Es mandón, sabiondo y finge saberlo todo. Es protector y generoso. Espera junto a los niños predidos poder cruzar en tren para llegar a Estados Unidos. Puede tener rasgos de ascendencia afro latina.

ZORRO

Male - 12 to 13 yrsRecurring Union or Non union
Project title
DESIERTO SONORO
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Calgary, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Houston, Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile, Bogotá, Lima, Caracas, Cali
Role description

12 y 13 años, moreno, de origen sudamericano o centro americano. ZORRO es el segundo al mando. Trata de mantener a todos juntos y es el vigía del grupo. Astuto y sigiloso. Puede tener rasgos de ascendencia afro latina.

GACELA

Female - 8 to 9 yrsRecurring Union or Non union
Project title
DESIERTO SONORO
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Calgary, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Houston, Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile, Bogotá, Lima, Caracas, Cali
Role description

9 años,moreno, de origen Sudamericano o Centro americano. Inteligente. GACELA se impone entre los demás y a pesar de su tamaño se hace escuchar. Es honesta y suspicaz.

RATÓN

Male - 7 yrsRecurring Union or Non union
Project title
DESIERTO SONORO
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Calgary, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Houston, Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile, Bogotá, Lima, Caracas, Cali
Role description

9 años, moreno, Centroamericano. RATÓN es el más pequeño del grupo. Solía vivir con su abuelo y lo extraña mucho, es tímido y muy pequeño. Puede ser Mexicano

JESSICA

Female - 9 to 11 yrsFeatured Union or Non union
Project title
DESIERTO SONORO
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Calgary, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Houston, Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile, Bogotá, Lima, Caracas, Cali
Role description

Niña, 10 años, mexicana, tez morena. Jessica, hija de Manuela, originaria de Tlaxiaco, su madre y su padre cruzaron a Estados Unidos dejándola a ella y a su hermana menor, Dany, a cargo de su Abuela hasta poder mandarles dinero para que ellas crucen a alcanzarlos. Jess y Dany pasaron caminando y ahora se encuentran en un centro de detención en Texas. Bajo el resguardo del estado ambas están en espera de que sus padres consigan un buen abogado que les permita reunirse con ellos. Desgraciadamente el tiempo en el que pueden estar en la aduana es limitado y si no resuelven pronto los trámites legales ambas serán deportadas definitivamente. Al ser la mayor, trata de estar en control y serena mientras protege a su hermana en el peligroso trayecto y protege a sus padres de la realidad que sufren.

DANY

Female - 7 to 9 yrsFeatured Union or Non union
Project title
DESIERTO SONORO
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Calgary, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Houston, Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile, Bogotá, Lima, Caracas, Cali
Role description

Niña, 8 años, mexicana, tez morena. Daniela, hija de Manuela. Originaria de Tlaxiaco su madre y su padre cruzaron a Estados Unidos Dejándola a ella y a su hermana mayor, Jessica, a cargo de su Abuela hasta poder mandarles dinero para que ellas crucen a alcanzarlos. Jess y Dany pasaron caminando y ahora se encuentran en un centro de detención en Texas. Bajo el resguardo del estado ambas están en espera de que sus padres consigan un buen abogado que les permita reunirse con ellos. Desgraciadamente el tiempo en el que pueden estar en la aduana es limitado y si no resuelven pronto los trámites legales ambas serán deportadas definitivamente. Es dulce y callada, trata de hacer su parte y obedecer a su hermana mayor.

Tom

Male - 25 to 35 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Last Anniversary
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Monday February 5, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Late 20’s, early 30’s, caucasian (brother is cast). An all round good, decent at everything, from sports to grades type of guy. Never remarkable at anything, but he was always smart, nice, and a loyal friend and brother. He considers himself lucky for getting to marry someone like Aubrey, and he’s probably right. He has trouble confronting people, and is really doing this whole end of the world anniversary party to support Aubrey. But the evening soon reveals cathartic opportunities for him as well.

Miguel

Male - 18 to 23 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Tortilla
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday February 20, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Navigating the awkwardness of adolescence, Miguel is earnest, and longing for acceptance. He is eager to transition from casual visits to an official date with Camila. Miguel starts as a hopeful teenager striving for approval, ends up facing his past and finding a place to call home. Needs to speak spanish. Mexican or can pronounce mexican accent.

Chana

Female - 45 to 60 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Tortilla
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday February 20, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Strong-willed, caring, and protective, Chana is the matriarch of the family coping with loss. She just wants to protect her children so she’s initially cautious, evolving to a character fostering understanding and acceptance, providing a crucial guiding. Needs to speak spanish. Mexican or can pronounce mexican accent.

Camila

Female - 18 to 23 yrsSupporting Lead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Tortilla
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday February 20, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Determined, independent, and insightful, Camila represents resilience. She evolves from a girl seeking independence to someone understanding the importance of familial connections. Needs to speak spanish. Mexican or can pronounce mexican accent.

Mario

Male - 25 to 35 yrsSupporting Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Tortilla
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday February 20, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Confident, assertive, and filled with resentment, Mario is a key figure in the family dynamic. Reveals deep-seated animosity towards Miguel’s father, shaping the family’s perception of him. He unveils layers of family history, contributing to the film’s central conflicts and resolution. Needs to speak spanish. Mexican or can pronounce mexican accent.

Luis

All - 5 to 9 yrsSupporting Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Tortilla
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday February 20, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Playful, innocent, and honest, Luis is the youngest sibling bringing lightheartedness to the family scenes. He acts as the curious voice and comic relief, representing the innocence of childhood. Needs to speak spanish. Mexican or can pronounce mexican accent.

Tere

All - 8 to 13 yrsSupporting Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Tortilla
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday February 20, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Angelic and sweet. Tere adds innocence to the family scenes and contributes to the film’s overall warm. She represents the tender side, enhancing the film’s emotional impact. Needs to speak spanish. Mexican or can pronounce mexican accent.