Short Film
(RF STUDIOS) - ACTRA MIP - "Bite Back: Redemption of a Client"
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Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
BD - ACTRA MIP HONORARIUM
Deadline:
May 3, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
May 12, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting finishes:
May 12, 2024 9:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
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Storyline
Synopsis/ Storyline: This story outlines the journey of Lynn, the disabled food critic, as she faces discrimination from a rude waiter, Gerry, and the complicit restaurant manager, Molly. With the support of Kirsty, another customer, Lynn exposes the mistreatment and ultimately prompts the restaurant staff to reassess their behavior. Through this journey, the themes of discrimination and the importance of empathy and respect in the service industry are explored.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | LYNN | Female 30 - 40 Years old |
Description LEAD - LYNN: Female 30s. Lynn arrives in her wheelchair at a fancy restaurant. Unbeknownst to the staff she is also an influential food critic.Wardrobe - Smart Casual with sneakers. Later changes into dressy shoes. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | GERRY | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description LEAD - GERRY: Male 30s. A rude and arrogant waiter who is determined to kick Lynn out of the restaurant. He is bigoted against Lynn because of her disability and refuses to serve her.Wardrobe - dress as a waiter in a high end establishment. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | MOLLY | Female 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD - MOLLY: Female 40s. Molly is the ambitious manager of the fancy restaurant, and like Gerry is determined to keep Lynn out and refuse her service.Wardrobe - professional - upscale hostess. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | KRISTY | Female 40 - 50 Years old |
Description SUPPORTING - KIRSTY: Female 40s. KIRSTY is very refined and wealthy and appreciates fine dining. Molly believes she is an influential food critic but she is actually just a customer with deep pockets.Wardrobe - dressed like a rich older woman. | ||