Short Film
Hot Night Cold Mess
Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
Actra MIP 100.00 For The Day for Rashida, Carl, And Candice
Deadline:
Nov 10, 2026
Shooting starts:
Dec 3, 2026 
Shooting finishes:
Dec 3, 2026 
Shooting locations:
Montreal Quebec
Cities for response:
Montréal
Storyline
A couple’s desperate attempt to have a romantic, intimate evening goes completely off the rails when a clueless, overbearing roommate refuses to leave them alone. two lovers who have been dying to have some long-awaited alone time. There is only one problem: Carl. Every time the tension builds and the couple moves in for a moment of intimacy, Carl bursts through the door with an absurd crisis, unwanted friend Candice, or an unwanted attention. As the night turns into a chaotic game of romantic hide-and-seek, the couple must decide what will break first: their patience, or Carl’s unbroken streak of interruptio
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Co StarRashida Female 20 - 35 Years old
Description
Rashida Female, 20s-30s Black Or White


Rashida is Cool, Bubbly, and deeply attracted to Luis, but possesses a dangerously low tolerance for distractions like Carl. She tries to keep the mood alive and at first finds carl funny but as time goes on Carl's endless antics are pushing her straight from "in the mood" to "ready to commit a crime especially to his friend Candice. She Does not tolerate people flirting with Luis even if it is a misunderstanding.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingCarl Male 18 - 35 Years old
Description
CARL - Male, 20s-30s. All ethnicities
The ultimate third wheel. Completely oblivious to social cues, personal boundaries, and the fact that he is actively ruining his roommate's life. Carl isn't malicious; he’s just helpful, incredibly loud and doesnt know any better. He is fun-loving, hyperactive, clueless, childish, and obnoxious. He eats Luis food without asking

Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingCandiceFemale 18 - 35 Years old
Description
Candice Female 20s - 30s All Ethnicities

Candice is Carl off and on again Girlfriend. She likes to make Luis' life a living hell. She calls everybody Sug Rashida takes it as disrespect. She is notoriously brash, boisterous, and quick to start a loud argument or physical altercation Quick-tempered and quick-witted She has an immense amount of self-love and pride. From her extravagant, color-coordinated street-fashion outfits to her elaborate hairstyles.