Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
No
Rates:
non-paid / volunteer
Deadline:
Mar 31, 2025
Callbacks:
Apr 14, 2025
Shooting starts:
May 20, 2025
Shooting finishes:
May 25, 2025
Shooting locations:
Toronto, GTA
Cities for response:
Toronto
Comments
Talent must reside in the Greater Toronto Area. Role is volunteer / non-paid. Actors will receive a copy of the finished film for their demo reel. Meals, beverages, and transportation on shoot days will be provided.
We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law.
We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Storyline
Lola, a lonely and hot-headed buff personal trainer struggling to retain clients, takes on Teddy, a scrawny daredevil with a crush on the gym receptionist. Teddy believes getting muscles will win her attention but clashes with Lola's tough, dominating training style.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Lola | Female 18 - 35 Years old |
Description Open ethnicity. Lola is a buff and hot headed personal trainer. Her face is hard and has eyes like knives. In the gym, she always commands the room. She has a tendency to push her clients to their limit, has high standards and puts heavy emphasis on proper form. Under the tough exterior is an outsider who struggles to connect with others due to her dominant personality. Lola’s loneliness fuels her constant need for a challenge. She has an affinity for the underdog and a kind heart, but refuses to let it get in the way of her tough love. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Teddy | Male 18 - 29 Years old |
Description Open ethnicity. Teddy is a scrawny, boyish young man in his mid twenties who would never stand out in a group. He has a choked up, light voice and is hesitant with a soft, clean-shaven face, Teddy is desperate for attention, constantly trying to appear macho whether it be his faux-confidence or contrarian behaviour. His masculine insecurity walks the line between being ignorant and fussy. However, Teddy has a competitive nature in him, his inability to prove himself physically results in a reckless daredevil who will up the score just in an attempt to win. Open ethnicity. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Gym Receptionist | Female 18 - 25 Years old |
Description The gym receptionist that works at Lola and Teddy’s gym. She has a kind exterior but is a little self-involved and shallow. She is not insecure and at times in her own world. Teddy has a crush on her which she either doesn’t realize or doesn’t pay attention to. She is fascinated by Lola’s strength and energy. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Trainee | Female 20 - 35 Years old |
Description Your average gym attendee, looking to get fit and healthy. Begins training with Lola but is quickly frustrated and put off by her approach as a trainer. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | Old Man | Male 50 - 70 Years old |
Description A commuter on the train. Asks Lola for a piece of gum. | ||