Film School
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Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Film School
Network:
Paid?:
No
Rates:
Non Paid Student Film
Deadline:
Nov 22, 2024
Callbacks:
TBD
Shooting starts:
Jan 29, 2025
Shooting finishes:
Feb 3, 2025
Shooting locations:
Niagara Region, Welland
Cities for response:
Toronto
Comments
We can accept union and non-union actors through our student agreement with ACTRA. This
is a non-paying student film and no permit is required. Actors will receive a copy of the
finished film for their demo reel.
A standard meal will be provided on set. Hotel accommodation in the Niagara Region will be provided for actors if needed. Transportation to and from the Niagara Region can be provided to actors if needed.
is a non-paying student film and no permit is required. Actors will receive a copy of the
finished film for their demo reel.
A standard meal will be provided on set. Hotel accommodation in the Niagara Region will be provided for actors if needed. Transportation to and from the Niagara Region can be provided to actors if needed.
Storyline
On the cusp of graduating high school, Felix and Susan have been besties for what seems like
forever, and so far have planned to attend the same University. But on the eve of grad, Felix
drops the bomb that his parents have secured a lucrative full-ride scholarship for him to study
abroad. Now, the two best friends have only two days to make the most of their last days
together. Will they let each other go for their own good, or is time running out to admit their
relationship is stronger than friends.
forever, and so far have planned to attend the same University. But on the eve of grad, Felix
drops the bomb that his parents have secured a lucrative full-ride scholarship for him to study
abroad. Now, the two best friends have only two days to make the most of their last days
together. Will they let each other go for their own good, or is time running out to admit their
relationship is stronger than friends.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Susan | Female 16 - 22 Years old |
Description Actor must be 18+ to play character age of 17.A playful and caring art student, Susan thinks she’s got all the time in the world to continue her friendship with Felix, who she feels is the only one who truly understands her. Upon learning that he plans to study abroad, she finds herself torn. She wants the best for Felix but can’t imagine what life would be without him. She’s afraid that by the time she admits her true feelings it might be too late. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Felix | Male 16 - 22 Years old |
Description Actor must be 18+ to play character age of 17.A reserved but charismatic straight A student, Felix’s future looks bright. But when he finds out his dad has made too-good-to-pass-up plans for him to study in Germany, he’s unsure how to break the news to his one true friend Susan. Torn between opportunity, and staying with Susan, he’s hoping she’ll give him a sign to help him decide. But as time ticks down to departure, he begins to realize that his heart might make the decision for him. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | Felix's Mother | Female 40 - 50 Years old |
Description Cheerful and optimistic, Felix’s Mother has high expectations for Felix. She is looking forward to moving to Germany not only to provide Felix with the opportunity she feels he deserves, but to get back together with her husband, with whom she’s reconciled. Knowing Felix will have trouble saying goodbye to Susan, she’s happy to give them some space, but fully expects Felix to go along with the plan for him to attend the prestigious University of Berlin. | ||