Short Film
RF STUDIOS (ACTRA/APPRENTICE ONLY MIP) - ""Toxic Tap: Misogyny Unleashed Underground"
Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
TBD - ACTRA MIP HONORARIUM
Deadline:
Mar 22, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Apr 1, 2024 8:30 am
Shooting finishes:
Apr 1, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec (MUST BE WILLING TO WORK LOCAL)
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
SEE NOTES ABOVE
Storyline
Synopsis/ Storyline: When Bill, a middle-aged sleezy real estate agent, calls for a plumbing service, he is surprised to see Harper, a sixty-year-old widow, show up to fix his toilets. Despite his initial skepticism, Bill needs the job done urgently as a potential house buyer is due to visit. The theme of “The Plumber’s Revenge” revolves around challenging stereotypes, discrimination, and the importance of respect and empowerment. It follows Harper's journey as she asserts her worth and fights against ageism and sexism in her profession.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead (Names Only) | DAWN | Female 30 - 40 Years old |
Description LEAD – DAWN – 30s: OPEN TO ALL ETHNICITIES- Dawn is Harper’s daughter. She has a soft, approachable appearance with flowing, chestnut hair and warm hazel eyes. She carries herself with a confident yet friendly demeanor. Her voice is soothing and gentle, reflecting her nurturing demeanor. She has a warm tone and speaks with clarity and kindness, making her an approachable and engaging conversationalist. She often faces external conflicts related to societal norms, prejudice, and discrimination, especially when encountering individuals who hold biased beliefs or mistreat others based on gender, age, or other factors. During the story’s climax Dawn confronts Bill, the homeowner, and stands up for her mother, Harper, against his discriminatory and disrespectful behavior. WARDROBE: 1. Professional yet comfortable Attire (school teacher) | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | HARPER | Female 60 - 70 Years old |
Description LEAD – HARPER – 60s: OPEN TO ALL ETHNICITIES- Harper is physically fit for her age. She wears a plumber uniform, but still showcases her attractiveness through her appearance. She is professional, determined, resilient, hardworking. She is confident, but may try and hide moments of vulnerability or hurt. Prone to internalizing the effects of discrimination, she may feel demoralized at times. She fears being underestimated, losing her business, and not being taken seriously due to her age and gender. The story starts with Harper entering Bill's home and immediately facing ageism and sexism. During the climax she begins to stand up for herself against Bill's inappropriate behavior, confronting him on his sexist remarks and treatment.WARDROBE: 1. PLUMBER OVERALL Attire 2. Tang Top (under her uniform) | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | BILL | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD – BILL – 40s: Bill is a HEAVY SET, sleazy looking type, with a hint of arrogance in his posture. He is the embodiment of misogynism. He is assertive, and tends to interrupt others. He’s a smooth talker, always using body language to convey superiority. His voice is confident, with a slightly condescending tone. He has a strained relationship with women in his life due to his disrespectful behavior and sexism. He is constantly clashing with others due to his disrespectful behavior and sexist attitudes. But he eventually faces repercussions for his mistreatment of women. Through his interactions with Harper and Dawn, Bill winds up getting his just dessert and is unable to sell the home.WARDROBE: 1. Business Suit Attire | ||