Web Series
Wicked Whisper
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Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Web Series
Network:
Bytedance
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
$200-400/day depending on the role
Deadline:
Sept 25, 2024
Shooting starts:
Oct 14, 2024
Shooting finishes:
Oct 23, 2024
Shooting locations:
Metro Vancouver
Cities for response:
Vancouver
Comments
Standard ULB agreement with Union actors.
Storyline
Long overlooked and undervalued, Nancy endures relentless bullying from her mother-in-law and her husband Ethan’s admirer. Diagnosed with advanced stomach cancer, she seizes control, rejecting her old life of submission for one of self-empowerment. As Nancy transforms, a remorseful Ethan fights to regain her love. But has he realized his mistakes too late?
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Nancy Keller/Lawson | Female 20 - 30 Years old |
Description 28 years old, gentle, intelligent, and kind-hearted. Formerly a rising star in the culinary world, she was renowned for her creative fusion cuisine. She stepped back from her career to care for her unborn child and her family, enduring sacrifices that were taken for granted. Under Joanna’s instigation, Vivian’s disdain for Nancy grows, leading to extensive insults, even affecting young Harry. Diagnosed with terminal stomach cancer, she retaliates against any mistreatment with double measures to protect her feelings and regain justice. When she applies the remaining time to rebuild her culinary career, she receives goodwill from Ethan and Tyler and overcomes all the obstacles set by Joanna. She wins the contest again and successfully establishes her restaurant. When she finally realizes that her symptoms of nausea and eating difficulties were not due to cancer but a new pregnancy, she is initially bewildered. However, faced with Ethan’s sincere love, she chooses to give their relationship another try. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Ethan Lawson | Male 25 - 35 Years old |
Description 29 years old, Nancy’s husband and the Chairman and CEO of Lawson Hotels and Resorts. Truly cares for and loves Nancy and their son, ambitious and devoted to his work. Preoccupied with his career and misled by others, he initially fails to see the injustices Nancy faces at home. Once he becomes aware, he steadfastly supports and protects Nancy, prioritizing their relationship and her career above all else. When Tyler emerges, driven by jealousy, he makes more effort to showcase his love for Nancy. Despite her asking for a separation or even divorce, he relentlessly pursues her, ultimately regaining her affection. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting Lead | Joanna Mitch | Female 20 - 30 Years old |
Description Ethan’s childhood sweetheart and a famous food influencer on Instagram, 26 years old. Her father provided crucial support to Ethan during the tough early days of his company. After losing her own family, she became Vivian’s goddaughter and moved into the Lawson household. Harboring feelings for Ethan, she presents herself as innocent in his presence but is manipulative and cruel behind the scenes. She tries to turn Vivian and Harry against Nancy and keeps bullying her, hoping to take her place. She even steals Nancy’s ideas and recipes to boost her social media following and employs every deceitful tactic to sabotage her career. Her true colors are eventually revealed. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Vivian Lawson | Female 50 - 60 Years old |
Description Ethan’s 54-year-old mother. Stubborn, sharp-tongued, and often interest-driven. She is deeply discontented with Nancy, who becomes a homemaker, and believes that Joanna, with her more prestigious background, would be a better match for Ethan. However, as she begins to recognize Nancy’s new success and feels the distance growing between herself, her son, and her grandson, she eventually changes her stance and accepts Nancy and Ethan’s marriage. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Harry Lawson | Male 8 - 10 Years old |
Description The 8-year-old son of Nancy and Ethan. A lively and cheerful child with a mischievous streak. Loves to eat and play, always brimming with energy. Although initially swayed by Joanna and Vivian’s negative influence, which led to him unintentionally hurting his mother, he quickly realizes his mistake. He becomes a key ally in helping his father regain his mother’s heart. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Tyler Ross | Male 20 - 30 Years old |
Description A 28-year-old well-known food critic and former classmate of Nancy at culinary school, where he developed a deep admiration for her culinary talents and had feelings for her. Upon their reunion, he supports Nancy in rebuilding her reputation at various events and initiates a romantic pursuit, but unfortunately gets rejected by Nancy. | ||