Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
TBD - ACTRA MIP HONORARIUM
Deadline:
Aug 9, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Aug 19, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting finishes:
Aug 19, 2024 9:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
SEE NOTES ABOVE.
Storyline
Synopsis/ Storyline: The story explores the theme of misperception and mislabeling through a series of comedic misunderstandings. NOT A KAREN, a kind-faced woman, visits Eddie's Diner and is met with hostility by the staff and patrons. Despite her attempts to prove otherwise, she is constantly accused of being a "Karen,". The situation escalates, leading to her arrest by an undercover cop, who reveals himself to be the loudmouthed diner patron she had earlier asked to keep his voice down.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | NOT A KAREN | Female 30 - 44 Years old |
Description LEAD – NOT A KAREN: Female 40s. NOT A KAREN is a middle-aged woman with a kind face and a practical sense of style. She has short, “Karen” haircut and a warm smile. She is the protagonist of the story, a middle-aged woman who is constantly misunderstood and mislabeled. She is a kind and gentle soul, who only wants to enjoy her meal in peace. Despite her best efforts to blend in and avoid conflict, she is repeatedly accused of being a "Karen" - a term used to describe an entitled and obnoxious individual. As the story progresses, NOT A KAREN becomes increasingly frustrated and defensive, but she never loses her calm and collected demeanor.WARDROBE: 1. Comfortable jeans, simple white blouse, reading glasses, worn leather tote bag, simple silver necklace with a small pendant. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | THE DINER | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD – THE DINER: Male 40s. THE DINER is the antagonist of the story, a loudmouthed and obnoxious man who is revealed to be an undercover cop. He is confident and charismatic, but also entitled and dismissive of others. THE DINER is the catalyst for the conflict in the story, and his actions drive the plot forward. Despite his rough exterior, he has a sense of humor and justice, and is not afraid to speak his mind.WARDROBE: 1. Faded denim jacket, black t-shirt, ripped and frayed jeans, chunky silver watch. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | THE SERVER | Female 20 - 30 Years old |
Description LEAD – THE SERVER: Female 20s. THE SERVER is a supporting character in the story, a young woman who is caught in the middle of the conflict between NOT A KAREN and THE DINER. She is friendly and welcoming, but also easily irritated and quick to assume the worst about NOT A KAREN. THE SERVER is a symbol of the diner's chaotic and stressful environment, and her emotions are worn on her sleeve.WARDROBE: 1. Bright pink diner uniform, white apron, bold red nail polish, colorful tattoos on her arms. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | THE MANAGER | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD – THE MANAGER: Male 40s. THE MANAGER is a supporting character in the story, a middle-aged man who is responsible for maintaining order in the diner. He is concerned and authoritative, but also quick to jump to conclusions and assume the worst about NOT A KAREN. THE MANAGER is a symbol of the diner's rigid hierarchy and bureaucracy, and his actions drive the plot forward. Despite his best efforts to remain calm, he is often flustered and frazzled by the diner's chaotic atmosphere. WARDROBE: 1. Wardrobe: Crisp shirt, black tie, neatly pressed pants, shiny black shoes. | ||