Short Film
Hearts and Havoc: He Doesn’t Want Kids Until This Happens
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Details
Union:
Non union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
100$ per half-day (DEMO REEL FOOTAGE PROVIDED AS WELL)
Deadline:
Dec 27, 2024
Auditions:
Self-Tape
Callbacks:
Jan 2, 2025 Virtual Table Read: (6:45pm to 7:30pm)
Shooting starts:
Jan 3, 2025 (3:45 pm to 9:45 pm)
Shooting locations:
Montreal, QC
Cities for response:
Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
A short film for Hearts and Havoc's Facebook and Youtube channels.
=====> ARE YOU LOOKING FOR LEAD ROLES? AGENTS, ARE YOUR ACTORS LOOKING TO BUILD UP THEIR DEMO REEL?
Step into a world where passion collides with betrayal, and every secret is a ticking time bomb. Hearts and Havoc is the ultimate vertical drama channel, delivering gripping, bite-sized stories crafted for social media. This is where love burns bright—but lies burn hotter.
For agents, this is where your talent will shine—capturing hearts and dominating timelines. For actors, this is a platform to step into bold roles that demand intensity and raw emotion. Each performance becomes a showcase, seen by people worldwide.
Please Note:
Talent must have reliable transportation to and from Montreal, QC for date of shoot if they are not Montreal Locals.
Talent should arrive prepared with wardrobe, makeup, and hair ready.
Director:
Elio Castello found his calling at a very young age. His passion for creating superheroes on paper quickly grew into making short movies, but it was not until years later that his dream would come to fruition. Then, in 2006 came the birth and creation of Evolution Film Productions Inc. Castello has worked with many marketing firms such as Cundari, as well as many production companies, 1One Productions, The Faculty, Studio du Chateau and his clients include Weightwatchers, Hydro Quebec, Insight, Brother Printers, Olton Marketing, Easyday Canada, Remax.
=====> ARE YOU LOOKING FOR LEAD ROLES? AGENTS, ARE YOUR ACTORS LOOKING TO BUILD UP THEIR DEMO REEL?
Step into a world where passion collides with betrayal, and every secret is a ticking time bomb. Hearts and Havoc is the ultimate vertical drama channel, delivering gripping, bite-sized stories crafted for social media. This is where love burns bright—but lies burn hotter.
For agents, this is where your talent will shine—capturing hearts and dominating timelines. For actors, this is a platform to step into bold roles that demand intensity and raw emotion. Each performance becomes a showcase, seen by people worldwide.
Please Note:
Talent must have reliable transportation to and from Montreal, QC for date of shoot if they are not Montreal Locals.
Talent should arrive prepared with wardrobe, makeup, and hair ready.
Director:
Elio Castello found his calling at a very young age. His passion for creating superheroes on paper quickly grew into making short movies, but it was not until years later that his dream would come to fruition. Then, in 2006 came the birth and creation of Evolution Film Productions Inc. Castello has worked with many marketing firms such as Cundari, as well as many production companies, 1One Productions, The Faculty, Studio du Chateau and his clients include Weightwatchers, Hydro Quebec, Insight, Brother Printers, Olton Marketing, Easyday Canada, Remax.
Storyline
In the throes of misunderstanding, Kai lashes out after discovering what he believes is his girlfriend Vivian’s pregnancy test, shattering trust in a moment of panic. The truth? It belongs to his sister Isabelle. This revelation forces Kai to face his deepest insecurities while navigating the damage he’s caused. As he attempts to make amends, he must answer one painful question: Can love withstand the harsh light of doubt?
Roles
Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
Lead | KAI | Male 22 - 32 Years old |
Description All Ethnicities. A man wrestling with abandonment issues and the fear of becoming his father. Kai’s impulsive reaction to a pregnancy test sets off a chain of painful revelations. His journey is one of reflection and reckoning as he confronts his family’s fractures. | ||
Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
Lead | VIVIAN | Female 22 - 32 Years old |
Description All Ethnicities. Vivian exudes grace, but her composed exterior hides a tumult of emotions when trust is broken. Her love for Kai is tested beyond measure as she reevaluates their relationship and her own resilience. | ||
Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
Lead | ISABELLE | Female 30 - 37 Years old |
Description All Ethnicities. Isabelle unintentionally sparks a cascade of emotional turmoil with her pregnancy revelation. As the glue holding her family together, she finds an inner strength she didn’t know she had. | ||
Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
Supporting | DANTE | Male 30 - 37 Years old |
Description All Ethnicities. Dante is caught between fear and responsibility, mirroring Kai’s journey. His story is a cautionary tale about cycles of fear and redemption. |