Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
TBD - ACTRA MIP HONORARIUM
Deadline:
July 29, 2024
Auditions:
We are STRAIGHT booking from submissions.
Shooting starts:
Aug 5, 2024 3:45pm
Shooting finishes:
Aug 4, 2024 9:45pm
Shooting locations:
Montreal, Quebec
Cities for response:
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Comments
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Storyline
In a tense doctor's office, ELLE’s desperate plea for help goes unnoticed as DR. ANGELA GRAY dismisses her distress and GREG, Elle's abusive partner, mocks her struggles. But when Greg’s sinister plan unfolds and Elle’s attempt to flee leads to her being apprehended by Officer Young, the lines between victim and aggressor blur. Can Elle escape this perilous web of deceit before it’s too late?
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | ELLE | Female 25 - 30 Years old |
Description LEAD - ELLE, late 20sElle is emotionally fraught, struggling with anxiety and a troubled past. Despite her efforts to seek help, she is overwhelmed by her abusive relationship and feels trapped in her situation. Her desperation is evident, but her silent strength emerges when she tries to get assistance. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | DR ANGELA GREY | All 40 - 50 Years old |
Description LEAD - DR. ANGELA GRAY, Mid-40s **MIGHT CHANGE TO MALEDr. Gray is generally attentive and professional but becomes increasingly conflicted when faced with Elle’s situation. She is concerned about her patient’s well-being but is also influenced by Greg’s dismissive behavior and her own professional boundaries– her indifference to medding in the affairs of others. Her internal struggle becomes apparent as the story progresses. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | GREG | Male 25 - 30 Years old |
Description LEAD - GREG, Late 20sGreg is controlling, abusive, and manipulative. He exerts psychological and physical dominance over Elle - and even Dr. Gray - using intimidation and sarcasm to belittle her. His apparent lack of empathy and malicious intent drive the narrative conflict, portraying him as a central antagonist. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | OFFICER YOUNG | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description Officer Young is diligent and authoritative, committed to uncovering the truth. He is initially skeptical but becomes increasingly involved as he investigates Elle’s case. His determination to resolve the situation reflects his dedication to justice, though his approach is sometimes uncompromising. | ||