Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
ACTRA MIP
Deadline:
Feb 17, 2025
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Feb 24, 2025 8:30 am
Shooting finishes:
Feb 24, 2025 3:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
SEE NOTES ABOVE
Storyline
STORY/SYNOPSIS:
A poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and breaking societal barriers, Adopted Grace explores the deep bond between Tamra, a white woman, and Violet, her adopted Black daughter, as they navigate the prejudices of a society that struggles to see love beyond race.
A poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and breaking societal barriers, Adopted Grace explores the deep bond between Tamra, a white woman, and Violet, her adopted Black daughter, as they navigate the prejudices of a society that struggles to see love beyond race.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | TAMRA | Female 35 - 45 Years old |
Description TAMRA - EARLY 40’S (30-44), BLACK, FEMALEA nurturing and resilient woman, Tamra is fierce when it comes to protecting Violet, but is also gentle and loving with her daughter. She carries the weight of grief for her best friend, Lily, while honoring her promise to raise Violet. Can her love overcome the deep-seated biases of the world around her? | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | VIOLET | Female 7 - 10 Years old |
Description VIOLET - 7 (1-7), WHITE, FEMALEInnocent and bright-eyed, Violet is a child wise beyond her years due to the complexities of her life. She adores Tamra as her mother and feels safe in her care. Can her unconditional love teach the adults around her a lesson? | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | KARRIE | Female 50 - 55 Years old |
Description KARRIE - 55 (45-65), BLACK, FEMALEKarrie is a no-nonsense nurse-receptionist with deeply ingrained biases she doesn’t recognize until faced with the impact of her words. Stern and protective, her worldview is challenged as she realizes her mistakes. Can she truly change? Hair and Makeup: Neatly styled hair, pulled back, rigid, authoritative. Makeup includes foundation, soft blush, and neutral lipstick to maintain a professional appearance. Wardrobe: Scene 1, Day 1: Nurse-receptionist scrubs Scene 3, Day 1: Same as Scene 1. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | LILY | Female 30 - 40 Years old |
Description LILY, 35 (30-44), WHITE, FEMALETamra’s best friend and Violet’s biological mother, Lily is a spirited and determined woman, facing a tragic fate with grace and courage. Her love for Violet and faith in Tamra are unwavering. How does she hold onto hope in the face of inevitable loss? Hair and Makeup: Disheveled yet radiant: loose hair with minimal effort and a slightly pale, fatigued look. Light makeup to reflect her health decline: soft circles under her eyes and flushed cheeks. Wardrobe: Scene 2, Day 2 (flashback): Comfortable maternity wear: loose sweater, leggings, and cozy slip-ons, pregnancy belly (very pregnant) | ||