Details
Episode:
Still Here
Union:
Non union
Area of media:
Feature Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
Non - Union $450 - $500
Deadline:
Sept 18, 2026
Shooting starts:
Oct 1, 2026
Shooting finishes:
Oct 4, 2026
Shooting locations:
Toronto(exact location TBD)
Cities for response:
Toronto
Comments
*This is a Low Budget Non- Union project. Travel and accommodations will not be covered.*
Storyline
A non-verbal stroke survivor navigates the frustration of being spoken about rather than spoken to — until a young nurse, is the first person who waits for his answer.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Hector Torres | Male 60 - 70 Years old |
Description 60s–70s | Male | Hispanic/LatinoHector is a proud, once-independent man whose life has been drastically changed by a debilitating stroke. Unable to move or speak normally, he now relies on Lynn and Carlos for nearly everything. The story unfolds through Hector’s eyes, making him its silent emotional center. Though unable to communicate easily, he remains deeply aware of everything around him, witnessing the tension between his caregivers and the loss of his independence. Physically vulnerable but emotionally strong, Hector maintains his dignity and resilience despite his profound frustration. Quiet. Proud. Observant. Vulnerable. Frustrated. Resilient. Dignified. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Lynn Hernandez | Female 40 - 45 Years old |
Description 40–50 | Female | Latino/HispanicLynn is Hector’s devoted daughter and primary caregiver. Organized, capable, and fiercely protective, she has taken on nearly every aspect of her father’s care, leaving her emotionally and physically exhausted. Her fear for Hector’s wellbeing has made her controlling and increasingly impatient, especially with her husband, Carlos. Her frustration comes from exhaustion and the pressure of feeling solely responsible for her father. So focused on caring for Hector, Lynn sometimes forgets to simply be his daughter. Caring. Controlling. Exhausted. Protective. Impatient. Overwhelmed. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Carlos | Male 40 - 45 Years old |
Description 40–50s | Male | Hispanic/LatinoCarlos is Lynn’s husband and Hector’s son-in-law. He genuinely cares about Hector but doesn’t share Lynn’s intense sense of responsibility, creating ongoing tension in their marriage. Already stretched between work and family, Carlos becomes defensive when Lynn criticizes his efforts. He isn't neglectful—he simply approaches Hector’s care more casually than Lynn does, leading to frequent clashes. Beneath their arguments are two exhausted people struggling to communicate while carrying the same difficult burden. Well-meaning. Defensive. Frustrated. Overworked. Caring. Human. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Samantha | Female 25 - 35 Years old |
Description 20s–30s | Female | Open EthnicitySamantha is Hector’s warm, professional nurse who brings a calm, compassionate presence into the family’s strained dynamic. Patient and observant, she treats Hector as a person rather than a responsibility. Her presence highlights the difference between genuine caregiving and the mechanical routine his family has fallen into. Though she has limited screen time, Samantha is perceptive and quietly notices more than Lynn and Carlos realize. Warm. Compassionate. Professional. Observant. Reassuring. | ||