Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
ACTRA AIP
Deadline:
May 26, 2025
Shooting starts:
Looking at 3rd week of Aug between (Aug 20-24)
Shooting locations:
Ottawa, ON
Cities for response:
Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Charlottetown, St. John's, Sudbury, Kelowna
Storyline
Migrant sisters, Rose and Dora, face an impossible choice: sacrifice their dignity for a chance at a better life, or remain in Mexico where they endure a never-ending limbo.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | ROSE LOUIS (30) | Female 25 - 35 Years old |
Description ROSE LOUIS (30)A Haitian migrant who has been living a transient life in Mexico for the last five years, selling food on the street with her kid sister, who she acts as a guardian for. Rose is strong-willed, protective, and emotionally grounded. Rose’s courage leads her to make the ultimate sacrifice. Must be able to portray deep emotion and trauma with subtlety. NOTE: This role involves emotionally intense scenes and simulated sexual violence (non-explicit, closed set). Must be comfortable with heavy subject matter and committed to a safe, collaborative space. Physical Description: Black. Female. Languages: English and French required. Fluent in Creole is an asset. Must learn Spanish for some dialogue. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | DORA LOUIS (18) | Female 18 - 25 Years old |
Description DORA LOUIS (18)A Haitian migrant who has been living a transient life in Mexico for the last five years, selling food on the street with her adult sister. Dora is innocent, anxious, and hopeful. Dora dreams of a better life in America and clings to her sister for support. Must convey a wide range of emotions—fear, joy, and despair—often nonverbally. Physical Description: Black. Female. Must be able to pass as 18 years old. Languages: English and French required. Fluent in Creole is an asset. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | TOMÁS FELIX (35) | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description TOMÁS FELIX (35)A hardened human trafficker. Cold, manipulative, and opportunistic. This role is complex—Tomás wields power in quiet, threatening ways. Must convey menace and coercion effectively. NOTE: This role involves emotionally intense scenes and simulated sexual violence (non-explicit, closed set). Must be comfortable with heavy subject matter and committed to a safe, collaborative space. Physical Description: Hispanic. Male. Aged 30 - 40. Languages: English and Spanish required. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | HISPANIC WOMAN (45) | 40 - 60 Years old |
Description WOMAN (45)An older, motherly woman who works at the bar. She is minimally involved in the human trafficking operations and shows visible empathy and remorse. Physical Description: Hispanic. Female. Aged 40 or older. Languages: English and Spanish required. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | ASSOCIATE TWO (30) | Male 25 - 35 Years old |
Description ASSOCIATE TWO (30)A human trafficker. He’s physically present during critical moments. He’s loud and happy despite his immoral trade. Physical Description: Hispanic. Male. Aged 25 - 35. Languages: English and Spanish required. | ||