Film School
Buzzed
Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Film School
Network:
Paid?:
No
Rates:
Non-paid student film
Deadline:
Feb 23, 2025
Auditions:
Self tapes by request
Callbacks:
In person in Toronto; dates TBD
Shooting starts:
Mar 8, 2025
Shooting finishes:
Mar 16, 2025
Shooting locations:
Downtown Toronto/TMU Campus
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. Meals will be provided.
Storyline
Casting "Buzzed," a short student film about a neurotic high school student, Michael, coming to terms with his sexuality as he competes in the finals of the national trivia Olympiad. As the game intensifies, Michael's feelings for his opponent, Brandon, disturb his focus as he risks disappointing his team and himself.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Michael | Male 18 - 22 Years old |
Description Intense, intelligent, competitive, but insecure and anxious. Michael has always been smarter than most of his friends. His academic abilities are the source of his confidence, and how he distracts himself from his internal struggles. He’s a little too reliant on Ritalin for his focus. Has an intense drive to win but battles internal doubts and intrusive thoughts. Highly ambitious, easily flustered, and has a short temper under pressure. Suppresses his feelings for Brandon. High school student. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Brandon | Male 18 - 22 Years old |
Description A member of the rival team. Alternative style, charismatic, laid-back, and kind-hearted. Brandon is confident in his intelligence and wants to win for his team. Genuinely enjoys trivia and though he’s in it for the fun of the game, can get pretty competitive. Painted nails. High school student. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Moderator | Male 40 - 60 Years old |
Description Trivia event moderator, professional and articulate. High school Geography teacher by day. Starts off in control, albeit a little sweaty under the lights. Progressively becomes unwell as the competition continues and eventually collapses on stage. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Cindy | All 18 - 22 Years old |
Description Michael’s teammate and close friend. Grounded, supportive, but blunt when necessary. She genuinely cares about Michael but can get frustrated with his obsessive behaviour. She tries to keep Michael grounded and focused during the competition. Witty, confident, and level-headed. High school student. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | Griffin | All 18 - 22 Years old |
Description The third member of Michael’s trivia team. Smart, capable, and focused. He takes trivia seriously. He knows how to keep a cool head in high-pressure situations. Practical, sharp, and occasionally sarcastic. High school student. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | Ravi | All 18 - 22 Years old |
Description A strong trivia player on Brandon’s team. Confident, competitive, and quick-witted. This competition matters to him. High school student. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | Lisa | All 18 - 22 Years old |
Description Another strong member of Brandon’s team. Intelligent, calm, and strategic. Focused, though not particularly energetic. High school student. | ||