Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
TBD - ACTRA MIP HONORARIUM
Deadline:
Apr 18, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Apr 28, 2024 8:30 am
Shooting finishes:
Apr 28, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec (MUST BE WILLING TO WORK LOCAL)
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
SEE NOTES ABOVE
Storyline
Synopsis/ Storyline: In a city bank, Janet, a dismissive and prejudiced bank teller, meets her match when Alex, a determined man with Cerebral Palsy, comes to discuss a business loan for his groundbreaking tech venture. Faced with Janet's scorn and disbelief, Alex maintains his dignity, undeterred by her derogatory remarks. The janitor, a former tech student with a keen eye for innovation, discovers the potential in Alex's work and helps bring it to the attention of the bank manager, Mr. Harrison. This encounter leads to a reassessment of both Janet's and the janitor's roles within the bank. The story unfolds themes of perseverance, the importance of not judging by appearances, and the unexpected places where talent and innovation can be found.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Janet | Female 30 - 40 Years old |
Description LEAD - Janet: Female, 30s. A bank teller with a dismissive and prejudiced attitude. Portrayed as narrow-minded, scornful, and lacking empathy. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Janitor | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description SUPPORTING - Janitor: Gender Neutral, 30s. Former tech student, now working as a janitor. Portrayed as observant, knowledgeable, and compassionate.WARDROBE: Standard janitorial uniform, simple and functional. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Mr Harrison | Male 50 - 60 Years old |
Description SUPPORTING - Mr. Harrison: Male, 50s. The Bank Manager, initially disinterested but later insightful. Portrayed as business-oriented, pragmatic, and ultimately fair.WARDROBE: Formal business suit, conveying authority and experience in the banking sector. | ||