Short Film

One Final Try

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Details

Union:

Non union

Area of media:

Short Film

Network:

Paid?:

Yes

Rates:

$150-275

Deadline:

June 26, 2024

Shooting starts:

July 6, 2024

Shooting finishes:

July 6, 2024

Shooting locations:

Must have own transportation to and from Orangeville, Ontario

Cities for response:

Toronto

Storyline

After being bullied and falsely accused of starting a fire at a school event, a troubled foster teen, Liv, struggles to connect with her well-meaning but distant foster parents. As tensions rise and secrets are revealed, Liv must confront her past traumas and navigate the complexities of trust and belonging to find a true sense of family.

Roles

Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Liv	Female 13 - 16 Years old
Description Appearance: Liv is a teenager with an understated appearance, often wearing casual, slightly worn clothes that reflect her sense of isolation and lack of belonging. She usually has headphones on, using music as an escape from her troubled thoughts. Personality: Liv is quiet, introspective, and artistic. She has a deep well of emotions, often masked by a sullen exterior. Liv struggles with feelings of abandonment and displacement, making it hard for her to trust or connect with others. Despite her tough exterior, she yearns for acceptance and a sense of family. Background: Liv has been in the foster care system for several years following the tragic death of her biological parents in a house fire. This traumatic event has left her with deep emotional scars. Her current placement with Joe and Kayla is her latest attempt to find stability, but she remains guarded and skeptical of their intentions.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Joe	Male 32 - 38 Years old
Description Appearance: Joe is a well-meaning, slightly awkward man with a kind face. He dresses casually but neatly, often seen in polo shirts and jeans, reflecting his laid-back nature. Personality: Joe is patient, empathetic, and eager to make a positive impact on Liv's life. However, he struggles with how to connect with her emotionally. His awkwardness in expressing affection often leaves him fumbling in situations where Liv needs reassurance. Background: Joe is Liv's foster father. He genuinely wants to provide a loving home for Liv, but he is often unsure of how to bridge the emotional gap between them. His patience and commitment are unwavering, though he sometimes feels inadequate in his role.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Kayla	Female 33 - 38 Years old
Description Appearance: Kayla is a nurturing and warm woman, often wearing comfortable, practical clothing that suits her role as a caregiver. She has a gentle demeanour that is both inviting and reassuring. Personality: Kayla is caring, perceptive, and determined to make Liv feel at home. She is more emotionally expressive than Joe and often takes the lead in trying to break through Liv's walls. However, she can sometimes be overbearing in her attempts to connect. Background: Kayla is Joe's wife and Liv's foster mother. She has a strong maternal instinct and is deeply invested in Liv's well-being. Kayla's approach is often more direct, leading to occasional clashes with Liv, but her intentions are always rooted in love and concern.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Salwa/Samantha	Female 14 - 16 Years old
Description We have opened this role to all 14-16 females under the name "Samantha" Appearance: Salwa is a confident and socially active teenager, often seen in trendy clothes that reflect her desire to stand out. She has a charismatic presence and a knack for attracting attention. Personality: Salwa is outspoken, assertive, and often insensitive to the feelings of others. She enjoys being the center of attention and can be manipulative to maintain her social standing. Her actions are driven by a need to assert dominance, especially over those she perceives as weaker. Background: Salwa attends the same school as Liv and is part of a close-knit group of friends. Her bullying behaviour towards Liv stems from a combination of insecurity and the desire to maintain her social status. Salwa's interactions with Liv are often cruel, reflecting her lack of empathy.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Cassidy	Female 14 - 16 Years old
Description Appearance: Cassidy is Salwa's best friend, often seen following Salwa's lead in terms of fashion and behaviour. She dresses similarly to Salwa, striving to fit in with the popular crowd. Personality: Cassidy is impressionable, loyal to Salwa, and somewhat timid. She often goes along with Salwa's bullying out of a desire to belong and avoid becoming a target herself. Cassidy is not inherently mean-spirited but lacks the courage to stand up against Salwa's actions. Background: Cassidy is a follower rather than a leader, deeply influenced by Salwa's opinions and actions. She struggles with her own insecurities and uses her friendship with Salwa as a shield against social ostracism.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Miss Brice	Female 51 - 61 Years old
Description Appearance: Miss Brice is a large, authoritative woman with a no-nonsense attitude. She dresses in professional yet comfortable clothing suitable for a school environment. Personality: Miss Brice is strict, observant, and has a deep appreciation for the arts. She cares about her students but can be oblivious to the undercurrents of bullying and social dynamics in her classroom. Her attempts to connect with students like Liv are well-meaning but often clumsy. Background: Miss Brice is a long-time teacher at the school, dedicated to fostering creativity and self expression through art. She sees potential in Liv and tries to encourage her, though she sometimes misses the mark in understanding Liv's deeper emotional struggles.

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