Details
Union:
Non union
Area of media:
Feature Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
Non Union. Rate TBD.
Deadline:
Apr 28, 2023
Shooting starts:
June 19, 2023
Shooting finishes:
July 14, 2023
Shooting locations:
Vancouver
Cities for response:
Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Charlottetown, St. John's, Sudbury, Kelowna
Storyline
Framed for a massive cyber attack, a hacker unravels his wife's secret connection to China's Project MindWave, a plot to influence Canadian elections. Determined to vindicate himself and dismantle the operation, he stakes everything on a perilous cyber showdown.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Clint Wu | Male 30 - 35 Years old |
Description East Asian. Clint, a Chinese-born computer scientist, finds himself at the center of an RCMP investigation for a massive attack on Canada's internet infrastructure. As he scrambles to clear his name, Clint is blindsided by the revelation that his pregnant wife, Sara, is actually a Chinese agent. Her mission: to manipulate Canada's elections through the sinister "Project Mind Wave." Faced with this shocking truth, Clint resolves to help Sara break free from the Chinese government's control and escape being a pawn in their political machinations. Together, the couple embarks on a dangerous quest for freedom, risking everything to defy the oppressive forces that seek to control their lives and their futures. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Charles Liu | Male 30 - 35 Years old |
Description East Asian. Charles and Clint forge a close friendship during their college years. Their paths diverge when Clint seeks refuge in Canada, while Charles is recruited by the Ministry of State Security and ascends its ranks to become a high-ranking intelligence officer. Working in tandem with Sara, Charles masterminds Project MindWave—an insidious plot to meddle in Canada's elections. When the RCMP uncovers the operation, Charles finds himself in a perilous position. Facing mounting pressure from his superiors, he realizes they need someone to take the fall. As loyalties are tested and lives hang in the balance, the tangled web of deception threatens to unravel everything Charles has worked for. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Sara Hu | Female 30 - 35 Years old |
Description East Asian. Sara, a brilliant student attending the prestigious University of International Relations in Beijing, is persuaded by one of her professors to join the MSS and dedicate her skills to serving her country. Relocating to Canada on a covert mission, she plays an instrumental role in devising Project MindWave, an operation aimed at influencing Canada's elections. To avoid drawing attention, Sara embeds herself undercover at NorthStar and marries Clint. However, upon discovering she is pregnant, Sara yearns to break free from the Party's control. Pursued by both the Chinese assassins and the RCMP, she faces the daunting challenge of protecting her child amid a web of conflicting loyalties and imminent dangers. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Inspector Anthony Roberts | Male 40 - 45 Years old |
Description RCMP Inspector Roberts, an expert in investigating high-tech crimes, closely monitors online threats originating from China. His attention is drawn to "MindWave," a mysterious project suspected to be part of a wider Chinese espionage campaign. In his pursuit, Inspector Roberts meets Clint, who holds crucial information about the operation. Despite initial doubts about Clint's involvement, Inspector Roberts discovers that Clint's wife, Sara, is a key figure in the project. Choosing to collaborate, Inspector Roberts and Clint unravel alarming details about MindWave's true objective—tampering with the Canadian election. The pair manage to dismantle the operation, effectively safeguarding the integrity of Canada's democracy. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Olivia Yang | Female 30 - 40 Years old |
Description East Asian. Olivia Yang, an Interpol representative based in Canada, works closely with Inspector Roberts to investigate the case involving Clint. Unbeknownst to her colleagues, Olivia's Interpol persona is a façade that masks her true identity as a Chinese spy. She devises a plan to assassinate Sara, but her scheme unravels when Charles, their co-conspirator, betrays them by leaking information about the plot. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | General Aiguo Liu | Male 55 - 65 Years old |
Description East Asian. Aiguo Liu, Charles' father, is a retired general from the People's Liberation Army who boasts a wide range of connections throughout China. A staunch supporter of the Party and a believer in the communist ideology, Aiguo finds his loyalty put to the test when his son comes under investigation for participating in the student democracy movement. As the situation unfolds, he must grapple with the conflicting emotions of loyalty to the Party and the desire to protect his son. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Meilan Liu | Female 55 - 65 Years old |
Description East Asian. Meilan Liu, Charles' mother, may be a stay-at-home mom with no direct involvement in politics, but her husband's position as a general has provided her with a deep understanding of the political landscape. Cleverly using her role as a cover, Meilan works to protect her family from potential dangers. Her nurturing demeanor and keen intellect make her a vital and supportive figure within the family. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Professor Dylan | Male 50 - 60 Years old |
Description Professor Dylan, a leading authority in internet security, comprehends the dual nature of computer technology, recognizing its capacity for both advantages and hazards. Identifying Clint's exceptional talent, he makes the unconventional decision to accept him as a student, going against the school's regulations. When Clint becomes entangled in a Chinese intelligence operation, Professor Dylan bravely risks his own reputation to extend a helping hand and provide guidance through the crisis. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Jim Diedrich | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description Jim, the manager of NorthStar Inc, a crucial network provider for Canada's internet infrastructure, is known for his staunch adherence to rules and regulations. Initially, he refuses to hire Clint due to his "criminal record" in China. However, when Clint comes to the rescue during an internet attack, Jim reconsiders. Faced with a crisis when his company becomes the epicenter of Project MindWave, and both Clint and Sara, two of his employees, are implicated, Jim is forced to reevaluate his strict principles. Determined to protect the integrity of his network and Canadian democracy, Jim breaks the rules in a bid to defend what he believes is truly important. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Mark Chen | Male 45 - 55 Years old |
Description East Asian. Mark, Charles' superior, is a highly skilled and respected leader within China's Ministry of State Security (MSS). Entrusted with managing top-secret projects and recruiting top talent, he chooses Sara as a key member of Project MindWave. Together with Charles, they form an effective team. However, when the project is exposed, Mark proves equally determined to sacrifice his subordinates in order to protect himself, revealing a more ruthless side to his character. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | Jason | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description Jason "Cipher" Mitchell is a cybersecurity virtuoso working for the RCMP, renowned for his uncanny ability to unravel even the most complex digital puzzles. Though exceedingly skilled, he grapples with a constant need to prove himself due to a history of being underestimated. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Military Intelligence Officer | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description East Asian. Handpicked by General Aiguo Liu, the dedicated Military Intelligence Officer is willing to go to any lengths to protect Clint, even if it means putting himself in harm's way. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Chinese Police Officer | Male 25 - 35 Years old |
Description East Asian. With extensive experience in law enforcement, this police officer possesses a unique ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with sources, ensuring seamless cooperation in their line of duty. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Chinese Interrogator | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description East Asian. An experienced and versatile interrogator skilled in eliciting information through both persuasive tactics and assertive methods. This seasoned professional adeptly navigates the balance between charming rapport-building and compelling force to achieve his objectives. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Canadian Minister of Public Security | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description A seasoned politician grappling with the moral dilemma of ignoring China's election interference to maintain his party's grip on power. Navigating a complex ethical landscape, he struggles to reconcile his convictions with the harsh realities of political survival. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Judge Oliver Hawthorne | Male 50 - 60 Years old |
Description A respected jurist known for his unwavering commitment to justice, who faces a moral quandary when a high-stakes case involving China's Project MindWave lands on his docket. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Dr. Wen Liang | Male 50 - 60 Years old |
Description East Asian. Sara's Professor, Dr. Wen Liang is a perceptive and charismatic university professor with a keen eye for identifying exceptional talents among his students. As a covert talent scout for China's Ministry of State Security (MSS), he masterfully nurtures and recruits promising candidates under the guise of an ordinary academic. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Agent Xiang Zhou | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description East Asian. Agent Xiang Zhou is a discreet and deeply committed operative for the Chinese Communist Party, having remained undercover overseas for an extended period. With his inconspicuous demeanor and unwavering loyalty to his mission, he skillfully manages and supports his assets, including Sara, while adeptly evading detection. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Michael Palmer | 35 - 50 Years old |
Description Michael Palmer is a seasoned technical manager at a large data center, having spent years navigating the ins and outs of the industry. While once passionate and deeply engaged in his work, Mike's enthusiasm has gradually waned, leading him to approach his tasks with a more laissez-faire attitude. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Henry Wang | Male 20 - 30 Years old |
Description East Asian. Henry Wang is an ambitious technician working under Charles, driven by his desire to excel and achieve a higher position within the organization. While eager to learn from his mentor, he conceals his aspiration to one day surpass and replace Charles. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | Alyson Matthews | Female 35 - 50 Years old |
Description Alyson Matthews is a caring and empathetic ultrasound technician who understands that having a baby can be a mix of excitement and anxiety, particularly for someone like Sara. Drawing from her years of experience, she prioritizes the emotional well-being of her patients, creating a supportive and reassuring environment. | ||