Short Film

"Husband Regrets Asking For Divorce" - (ACTRA MEMBERS AND APPRENTICES ONLY)

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Details

Union:

Union

Area of media:

Short Film

Network:

Paid?:

Yes

Rates:

TBD

Deadline:

Nov 20, 2024

Auditions:

We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.

Shooting starts:

Nov 29, 2024 8:30 am

Shooting finishes:

Nov 29, 2024 3:45pm

Shooting locations:

Montreal, Quebec

Cities for response:

Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa

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Storyline

Synopsis/ Storyline:
When Charlotte bursts through the door with exciting news, she's met with cold indifference from her husband, Jared, who casually demands a divorce. As she grapples with his cruelty and revelations of infidelity, she learns that Jared has been secretly preparing to push her out of their shared life. The confrontation escalates until Charlotte reveals a bombshell: her long-dismissed dream of writing has brought her a multi-million dollar movie deal. Jared’s shock intensifies when he discovers that his fling, Denise, is pregnant, leaving him desperate and out of control. As Charlotte walks away, empowered and free, Jared is left questioning – what will he do now that he’s lost everything?

Roles

Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	JANET	Female 45 - 65 Years old
Description LEAD - Jared, 45 - 65 Jared, also 45, is an impatient and dismissive man who thrives on control and validation. He belittles Charlotte, using her sacrifices against her while refusing to recognize his own flaws. Disillusioned with their life, he looks for excitement elsewhere, completely oblivious to Charlotte’s true value. When his world crumbles with the news of Charlotte’s success and his own impending fatherhood, he’s left grappling with the consequences of his arrogance and short-sightedness. HMU & WARDROBE: Day 1: Casual, a bit disheveled: think jeans, or sweatpants and a big shirt or sweater. Hair and facial hair should be tidy.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	CHARLOTTE	Female 45 - 65 Years old
Description LEAD - Charlotte, 45 - 65 Charlotte is a 45-year-old woman who has dedicated her life to nurturing her marriage, often at the expense of her own dreams. She is kind-hearted, optimistic, and tirelessly supportive, yet undervalued by her husband. Despite setbacks, she quietly pursues her passion for writing, and her resilience ultimately rewards her with a major breakthrough. When her loyalty is finally betrayed, Charlotte reclaims her worth and walks away empowered, leaving her past behind. HMU & WARDROBE: Day 1: Casual day outfit: tailored pants or jeans and a nice top. Hair and makeup should be polished but natural.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	RICK	Male 45 - 65 Years old
Description LEAD - Rick, 45 - 65 Rick is a deadbeat friend of Jared’s, indifferent to the crumbling state of Jared’s marriage and eager to join him in the bachelor lifestyle. Immature and careless, he has little ambition or empathy, prioritizing his own leisure above all else. Rick encourages Jared’s poor decisions and is a catalyst in the unraveling of Charlotte and Jared’s marriage, providing Jared with a misplaced sense of camaraderie and validation. HMU & WARDROBE: Day 1: Casual, a bit disheveled: think jeans, or sweatpants and a big shirt, baseball cap. Hair and facial hair can be disheveled.

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