Frank has always been ruled by fear. Even before the collapse, he was controlling, anxious, and emotionally rigid — someone who believed danger was always around the corner. That mindset helped him prepare for the worst, but it also prevented him from ever truly enjoying life or connecting deeply with others. He’s a survivalist by nature, but an inconsistent one, undermined by his drinking and emotional instability. Beneath the bluster and violence is a man haunted by loss and crippled by guilt — someone who confuses protection with possession. Frank loves his son, but his version of love is suffocating, rooted in fear of losing control. He’s a man constantly on the edge, unable to see that the thing he fears most — isolation — is the very thing he’s creating.

Tim's daughter. Bright, witty, and emotionally intuitive beyond her years, Olivia is a child forced to grow up too fast. Despite physical weakness and a deteriorating world, she holds on to curiosity, sarcasm, and an almost maternal care for her father. Her innocence is fading, but her spirit endures — she challenges Tim with sharp observations and isn’t afraid to call out hypocrisy or dodge sentimentality. Olivia represents the last flicker of hope and normalcy for Tim, and her slow decline becomes a symbol of everything that’s being lost.

Frank's Son, mute. Silent but expressive, John is the emotional soul of the story. Though he doesn’t speak, his intentions are loud — he believes in kindness, in hope, and in connection. Trapped between his father’s authoritarian survivalism and his own innate empathy, John often finds quiet ways to resist — sharing food, tinkering with radios, and holding onto the belief that communication can still save lives. His muteness is not a weakness, but a strength: it allows him to listen, observe, and act with a moral clarity that others have lost. John’s actions are small but meaningful, and in many ways, he is the story’s conscience.

Female | 25–35 | Turkish or Turkish-speaking preferred A sharp-witted food delivery rider living in Toronto. Tough exterior, with moments of softness and vulnerability. Quietly intense. Turkish, Eastern European, or Middle Eastern background welcome. Skills required: Driving a car, Dog friendly

Male | 60+ | Persian or Middle Eastern A sharp tow yard manager. Moves slow. Weary and reckless . Gruff and irritable

Female | 20–45 | Preferably White or Asian Warm and upbeat restaurant hostess. A little clueless. Brief scene but important interaction.

Female | 35+ | African or Indo-Caribbean Shelter administrator. A Strong personality. Commanding presence, direct, and firm. Knows how to handle chaos.

Female | 35+ | Preferably White Warm hearted, resilient but gullible. Displays slightly frantic behaviour

Actriz mexicana o latina con dominio del acento mexicano

Actor mexicano o latino con dominio del acento mexicano

25 to 50, Latino or Indigenous man. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

25 to 50 years old, Black or mixed ethnicity man. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

25 to 50 years old. Asian man. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

25 to 50, white, man. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

25 to 50 years old, Latina or Indigenous female. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

25 to 50 years old, Black or Mixed Ethnicity female. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

25 to 50 years old, Asian female. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

25 to 50 years old, white female. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

13-15 years old, Latino or Indigenous male. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot.. Parent/guardian is welcome on set. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

13 - 15 years old, Black or Mixed Ethnicity male. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. Parent/guardian is welcome on set. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.

13-15 years old, Asian male. Wholesome, friendly, approachable, upscale/aspirational and attractive in appearance. MUST be comfortable eating pasta on set, so please do not submit if you have food allergies. This role will likely shoot only 1 day – but possibility of a 2-day shoot. Parent/guardian is welcome on set. SUBMIT FOR ONLY ROLE (you will be considered for all roles you are appropriate for). All talent MUST be willing and able to work as St. Louis local talent – there will be NO reimbursement for travel or per diem.