Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
TBD
Deadline:
Mar 11, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Mar 21, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting finishes:
Mar 21, 2024 9:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec (MUST BE WILLING TO WORK LOCAL)
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
SEE NOTES ABOVE
Storyline
Robyn Thompson, a defiant woman, faces prejudiced realtor Melanie, who prevents her from viewing a property she's interested in. She emerges stronger, symbolizing defiance against racism and discrimination, inspiring others to challenge injustice.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | MELANIE | Female 40 - 50 Years old |
Description Melanie, a Realtor, possesses a polished and sophisticated appearance, with well-manicured features and fashionable attire that exude an air of elitism. She carries herself with a sense of authority and superiority, often using dismissive gestures to convey her disdain towards individuals she deems unworthy. Melanie's core desire is to maintain her sense of power and control, often by exerting her authority over others. She is cunning in her ways of undermining those she deems beneath her. The climax occurs when she is forced to confront the consequences of her racism and ultimately faces defeat in her attempts to block Robyn from purchasing the house. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | ROBYN | Female 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD – ROBYN – 40s: Robyn is a striking African American woman with an elegant presence. She carries herself with grace and confidence. She has a calm demeanor and rarely engages in confrontations. However, she struggles with the impact of racism on her self-worth and sense of belonging. She faces overt discrimination from individuals like Melanie but finds strength to combat it. The climax occurs when she is forced to stand up against Melanie's racism, asserting her right to view the house and be treated fairly. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | DIANE | Female 60 - 70 Years old |
Description Diane exudes an air of sophistication with her perfectly styled silver hair and designer suits that exude luxury. She carries herself with poise and confidence, always maintaining a calm and composed demeanor even in challenging situations. Diane's voice is smooth and authoritative, commanding attention with its elegance and gentle yet firm tone. Diane's core desire is to maintain her status as a successful businesswoman and to command respect in her field. She faces external conflicts in dealing with unethical colleagues like Melanie and upholding the principles of fairness and equality in a prejudiced environment. The climax for Diane occurs when she intervenes and stands up against Melanie's discrimination to support Robyn in securing the home. | ||