Short Film
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA MIP) - "DAD VS STEP DAD"
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Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
TBD
Deadline:
Mar 4, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Mar 14, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting finishes:
Mar 14, 2024 9:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec (MUST BE WILLING TO WORK LOCAL)
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
We book straight from DEMO REELS (Please submit talent with DEMO REELS and ACTRA)
Storyline
Synopsis/ Storyline: David, recently released from prison, returns home, struggling to reconnect with his family and adjust to the presence of Mark, the new stepdad. His son, Ethan, is caught between the two father figures, while Anne, his ex-wife, tries to maintain peace. The story unfolds as David grapples with his past mistakes and confronts his own toxic masculinity, leading to a powerful climax where he must choose between clinging to his old ways or embracing change for the sake of his family.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | DAVID | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD - David: Male, late 40s. Recently released from prison, struggling to adjust to his new life and reconnect with his family. Portrayed as rough around the edges, with a deep-seated sense of regret and a harsh exterior that masks vulnerability.WARDROBE: Rugged and slightly outdated, reflecting his time away and current state of transition. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | MARK | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD -Mark: Male, early 40s. The new stepdad, understanding and patient, trying to maintain harmony in the household. Portrayed as a modern, progressive man, balancing strength with empathy.WARDROBE: Contemporary and neat, casual yet put together, embodying his role as a supportive figure in the family. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | ETHAN | Male 13 - 17 Years old |
Description LEAD - Ethan: Male, early teens. David's son, torn between his biological father and stepfather. Portrayed as sensitive, observant, and mature for his age, caught in the emotional turmoil of the family dynamics.WARDROBE: Youthful and casual, typical of a teenager, with an inclination towards comfort. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | ANNE | Female 40 - 50 Years old |
Description SUPPORTING - Anne: Female, late 40s. David's ex-wife and Ethan's mother, caught between the past with David and the present with Mark. Portrayed as compassionate yet firm, striving to protect her son's emotional well-being.WARDROBE: Elegant but practical, reflecting her role as a caring mother and her efforts to keep the family together. | ||