Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
TBD - ACTRA MIP HONORARIUM
Deadline:
Aug 6, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Aug 17, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting finishes:
Aug 17, 2024 9:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
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Storyline
ANNIE, 30, wanders down an alleyway when SAM, 32, and MATT, 30, rob her of her belongings. Annie's indifferent reaction intrigues Matt, leading him to discover her deep despair. As Matt probes, they encounter Annie’s daughter LAYLA, 8, further uncovering Annie’s tragic past. Can compassion transform hardened hearts, or will greed win in the end?
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | ANNIE | Female 30 - 44 Years old |
Description LEAD - ANNIE, 30A once-vibrant woman now engulfed in despair. Annie's demeanor is emotionally detached, marked by a vacant look and a resigned acceptance of her fate. She wears her grief like a second skin after the recent passing of her husband, Eddie. Her actions reflect a deep-seated pain and a sense of being beyond redemption. Despite her outwardly indifferent behavior, Annie is profoundly affected by her loss, revealing a vulnerable side when confronted by Matt. Her ultimate struggle is to reconnect with the will to live for her daughter, Layla. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | MATT | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description LEAD - MATT, 30Matt is a conflicted thief who grapples with a sense of moral responsibility. Though he participates in the robbery, he is troubled by Annie’s emotional state and the potential impact of their actions on her life. His internal struggle becomes evident as looks further into Annie’s, driven by a sense of guilt and empathy. Matt's own past traumas, including the loss of his parents, contribute to his understanding of grief and his desire to make amends. He ultimately seeks redemption by protecting Annie and her daughter, Layla, from further harm. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | SAM | Male 30 - 44 Years old |
Description LEAD - SAM, 32A brazen and opportunistic thief, Sam is driven by greed and a thrill for the chase. He is assertive and dismissive of any emotional complexity, focusing solely on the material gains from his crimes. Sam's lack of empathy is evident in his eagerness to loot Annie’s belongings without a second thought. Although he eventually has a change of heart, he relishes being a crook and shows no concern for Annie’s well-being or the implications of their actions. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | LAYLA | Female 8 - 10 Years old |
Description LEAD - LAYLA, 8Layla is Annie’s young daughter, who is innocent and perceptive despite her age. She is affected by the recent loss of her father and her mother’s emotional withdrawal. Layla’s innocence contrasts sharply with the thieves’ actions, and her presence highlights the emotional stakes of the situation. Her interactions reveal her longing for normalcy and her need for maternal care and support. She serves as a catalyst for Matt’s change of heart, embodying the hope for a better future amidst the turmoil. | ||