Short Film
"Man refuses to pay the bill" - (ACTRA APPRENTICE/MEMBERS ONLY)
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Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
STANDARD MIP AGREEMENT
Deadline:
Nov 18, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Nov 26, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting finishes:
Nov 26, 2024 9:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
SEE NOTES ABOVE.
Storyline
Synopsis/ Storyline:
In a lavish restaurant, CASSIDY, a determined woman navigating life post-divorce, confronts her ex-husband TOMMY over a split bill that spirals into a dramatic showdown. Server JEN witnesses their clash of ideals—expectations versus reality—in a battle of equality. As tensions rise, who truly pays the price for love?
In a lavish restaurant, CASSIDY, a determined woman navigating life post-divorce, confronts her ex-husband TOMMY over a split bill that spirals into a dramatic showdown. Server JEN witnesses their clash of ideals—expectations versus reality—in a battle of equality. As tensions rise, who truly pays the price for love?
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | CASSIDY | Female 30 - 44 Years old |
Description LEAD - CASSIDY, 35 ( 30-44)A fiercely independent woman navigating life after her divorce, Cassidy is a blend of strength and vulnerability. With an eye for fashion, she invests time and money into her appearance, reflecting her desire to feel valued. Though she exudes confidence, her encounters with Tommy reveal her lingering insecurities about relationships and societal expectations. Cassidy is passionate about equality, but her fierce defense of her worth often leads to confrontations, particularly with men who challenge her beliefs. HMU & WARDROBE: 1 SCENE, 1 LOOK | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | TOMMY | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD - TOMMY, 40 (30-44)Tommy is Cassidy’s charming yet complacent ex-husband, who struggles with feelings of inadequacy since their divorce. While he tries to present himself as a modern man who values equality, his traditional views on gender roles and finances surface during their date. Beneath his laid-back demeanor lies a man grappling with his past and the remnants of his marriage. His reluctance to take financial responsibility for the date reveals deeper issues regarding masculinity and expectations, creating a volatile dynamic with Cassidy. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | JEN | Female 18 - 29 Years old |
Description LEAD - JEN, 25 (18-29)Jen is the no-nonsense server caught in the middle of Cassidy and Tommy's explosive confrontation. Young and perceptive, she navigates the restaurant’s chaos with poise. Though she tries to remain neutral, her silent admonishment of the couple’s antics hints at her own experiences with relationships and equality. Jen serves as a grounding presence, offering a subtle commentary on the absurdities of their situation. She embodies the modern worker’s perspective on gender roles, often siding with the practical over the idealistic. HMU & WARDROBE: 1 SCENE, 1 LOOK HMU: Practical and approachable. Her hair is pulled back into a tidy bun or ponytail. Her makeup is minimal—perhaps just a light foundation and a hint of lip gloss—emphasizing her natural beauty and readiness for work without being overly glamorous. WARDROBE: A standard server uniform: a fitted black or white polo/blouse paired with black slacks. Waist apron tied around her waist OK. Sensible but stylish flat black shoes. | ||