Feature Film
After Love Feature Film
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Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Feature Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
ACTRA LBG
Deadline:
Oct 3, 2024
Callbacks:
Oct 10, 2024
Shooting starts:
Oct 28, 2024 Tentative
Shooting finishes:
Nov 22, 2024
Shooting locations:
GTA
Cities for response:
Toronto
Comments
Both union and non-union actors are welcome to submit.
Storyline
In this dark comedy, an aging husband’s unsuccessful attempt on his wife’s life leads the couple on a touching journey to rediscover the essence of their relationship. Following a building evacuation, Mehri, the wife seeks refuge with their estranged daughter, Tina, who’s away on a trip. Kamal and Mehri bond with their lively grandson, Nathan, who unexpectedly becomes a mentor in their evolving relationship. The couple, unraveling their daughter's mysterious life, faces shocking revelations and the discovery of a dark secret involving their grandson.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Kamal | Male 57 - 67 Years old |
Description Actor must be Iranian, fluent in both English and Persian. Formerly a writer, he is a tailor and currently leads what appears to be a tranquil life alongside his wife, Mehri. However, beneath the surface, inner turmoil brews. Kamal grapples with the desire to rejuvenate the vitality in both himself and Mehri. Despite his outgoing nature, he conceals a multitude of emotions, leading to a distressing incident where he attempts to strangle his wife. His strained relationship with his daughter stems from an intolerance towards her chosen lifestyle and freedom of choice in their new country. Habitually controlling, Kamal gradually realizes the inadequacy of adhering strictly to patriarchal patterns in both parenting and marital dynamics as the narrative unfolds. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Julianne | Female 35 - 45 Years old |
Description Actor is black. She's a lawyer. She's dating Tina and has moved in with her, but she tries to hide the truth about their relationship from Tina's parents. She's religious. She has a son, James, who sometimes drives her crazy because he never listens to her. She's been an influence on Tina's life ever since she entered it. She is caring and has helped Tina stop using drugs. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | riel | Female 17 - 24 Years old |
Description Actor is Caucasian. A 19-year-old girl. She's a masseuse. She's all about fun and is full of life. She has a lot of friends and is outgoing. She is vibrant, kind, and attractive. and she has a good sense of humor. She's a neighbor in the building where Kamal and Mehri live. Kamal really likes her and finds her attractive. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Small Principal | James | Male 18 - 26 Years old |
Description Actor is black. James is a musician. He plays the guitar. He's vibrant, easy going, and eccentric. He brings a goat as a present for Tina. He is Julianne's son. He has a good relationship with Nathan and Tina and is cool about the fact that his mom is dating a girl who's much younger than her. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Small Principal | neighbor | Female 60 - 70 Years old |
Description Actor must be Caucasian. She's strict and doesn't like her neighbor, Tina, because she makes a lot of noises. She's threatened her many times to call the police on her, but has never done that. She just likes her peace and quiet. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Small Principal | Mrs. Najm | Female 50 - 65 Years old |
Description Actor is Middle-Eastern preferably with an accent. She's very curious and doesn't mind sticking her nose in other people's affairs. She's friends with Mehri and cares about her. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | Mr. Garcia | Male 25 - 40 Years old |
Description Actor is preferably Hispanic. He's a repairman and takes his job seriously. He knows Mehri and Kamal as he always fixes things around their apartment. Mehri sometimes flirts with him and this makes him slightly uncomfortable. | ||