Details
Union:
Not designated
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Deadline:
Mar 14, 2025
Shooting starts:
Apr 17, 2025
Shooting finishes:
Apr 18, 2025
Shooting locations:
Edmonton, Alberta
Cities for response:
Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Montréal, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg
Storyline
One Night in the ER follows an unexpected friendship between two young children, a young boy quietly caring for his younger brother, and a spirited and curious girl of the same age, in a quiet emergency room setting. Through their innocent interactions, the children subtly expose the challenging realities of their home lives. Emma’s open-hearted nature gradually draws out the boy's hidden emotional pain and reveals troubling family dynamics and tensions beneath his reserved exterior. As their friendship deepens, the boy's darker intentions involving a pocket knife are gently confronted and diffused by Emma’s innocent and playful spirit. The story delicately balances themes of childhood resilience, familial trauma, and the healing power of genuine human connection.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | The Boy | Male 6 - 10 Years old |
Description Caucasian (6-10 years old) - A quiet, guarded boy with maturity beyond his years. He carries the weight of difficult family dynamics, exhibiting guarded vulnerability beneath a tough exterior. Protective of his younger brother, he conveys a sense of responsibility and independence beyond his years. He's sensitive and observant, yet hesitant to trust. Though initially resistant to interaction, beneath his guarded exterior is a child craving genuine connection and understanding. The actor should have strong emotional instincts, an authentic presence, and the ability to subtly communicate internal conflict and vulnerability. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | The Girl | Female 6 - 10 Years old |
Description Open Ethnicity (6-10 years old) - Spirited, curious, outgoing, and fearless. Emma is both playful and insightful, quickly forming a bond with the boy. She is inquisitive and bold, often displaying a strength that belies her young age. The actress must convincingly portray innocence, warmth, humor, and empathy, with a naturalistic charm and emotional sincerity. | ||