Feature Film
The River
Details
Episode:
N/A
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Feature Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
TBD
Deadline:
Jan 6, 2026
Auditions:
Self-Tape
Shooting starts:
Feb 17, 2026 
Shooting finishes:
Mar 17, 2026 
Shooting locations:
Toronto GTA
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal
Storyline
A quiet winter drama about grief, care, and the fragile bonds between three immigrants trying to rebuild their lives in a new country after profound loss.
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingPolice OfficerAll 30 - 60 Years old
Description
A composed, media-trained police officer delivering a public statement. They speak with clarity, professionalism, and calm authority while urging the public to come forward with information. Appears in a brief but impactful TV news segment viewed by the main characters.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingPolice OfficerAll 30 - 60 Years old
Description
A front-desk or investigative officer. Efficient, matter-of-fact, and emotionally neutral, they handle the couple’s inquiries with routine professionalism.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
ActorThomasMale 60 - 80 Years old
Description
Retired senior Canadian lawyer. Polished, refined, and quietly commanding. He carries authority through stillness and measured words rather than volume.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
ActorJosephMale 50 - 70 Years old
Description
Manager of a small, struggling care agency. Tired, pragmatic, and rule-focused at first glance, but with reluctant compassion beneath his professional exterior.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
ActorMoiraFemale 20 - 40 Years old
Description
From a marginalized background, working low-income service jobs. Resilient, sharp, and unapologetic. Tough exterior with emotional honesty beneath the surface; someone who navigates the world with both armor and heart.