Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
HONORARIUM PAID (TBD)
Deadline:
June 11, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
June 19, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting finishes:
June 19, 2024 9:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
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Storyline
Synopsis/ Storyline: The story follows Nell, a young woman in her 20s, who is part of a petty theft duo with her boyfriend Troy. One day, they target an elderly woman, Emilia, at a bus stop. However, when Nell discovers Emilia's asthma pump, she returns the stolen items and begins a journey of redemption. Emilia, grateful for her kindness, invites Nell to dinner, where she shares a message of hope and sets her on a new path in life.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | EMELIA | Female 50 - 60 Years old |
Description LEAD – EMELIA: Female 50s. Emilia is a kind and compassionate woman in her 60s who always looks for the best in people. Despite experiencing loss and hardship, she is a strong and resilient person who wants to help others and share her wisdom and experience. Her faith in humanity and desire to make a difference drive her actions. When she is robbed, her trust in people is tested, but she refuses to give up on humanity. Through her journey, she goes from being a victim to a mentor and a source of hope for Nell. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | NELL | Female 20 - 30 Years old |
Description LEAD - NELL: Female 20s. Nell is a complex and conflicted young woman in her 20s struggling to find her place in the world. With a difficult past marked by poverty and neglect, she is desperate for a sense of belonging and security. She wants to survive, find purpose, and escape her past. Her desire for a better life and need for human connection motivate her. However, her loyalty to Troy conflicts with her growing feelings for Emilia and her desire to change her life. Through her journey, she transforms from a victim of circumstance to a strong and independent young woman.WARDROBE: 1. Hoody and Dirty Attire | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | TROY | Male 20 - 30 Years old |
Description LEAD - TROY: Male 20s. Troy is a selfish and manipulative young man in his 20s who only cares about himself. With a history of criminal behavior, he has never been held accountable for his actions. He wants to get what he wants, no matter the cost, driven by his own self-interest and desire for power. His ego and desire for control conflict with the growing resistance from Nell and Emilia. Ultimately, he goes from being a manipulator to being held accountable for his actions.WARDROBE: 1. Hoody and Dirty Attire | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | OFFICER JAMES | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description SUPPORTING: OFFICER JAMES: Male 30S. Officer James is a professional, courteous, and efficient police officer dedicated to serving and protecting his community. With a strong sense of justice and a desire to make a difference, he wants to apprehend the criminal and keep the community safe. WARDROBE: 1. Police Uniform Attire | ||