Short Film
Q
Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
No
Rates:
ACTRA OR NON-UNION Unfortunately, with it being a student film we don't have the funding to pay our talent. However, we have some amazing equipment provided to us by Canadian Film Equipment. We are using some of the best equipment available today; Arri Alexa and industry standard audio, camera and lighting equipment. Union actors - Receive ACTRA CREDITS + HOURS - As per the deal (TFS & ACTRA) Document stating agreement can be provided. Everyones voices are heard. It's important to us that our crew are enjoying the experience and making connections. This project will be completed with the help of our professional instructors at TFS, so expect a high quality product with a lot of passion and excitement.
Deadline:
May 24, 2025
Auditions:
Can send multiple takes, have fun with it!!
Callbacks:
May 14, 2025 We will email you the result.
Shooting starts:
May 31, 2025 On Location - Household
Shooting finishes:
June 1, 2025 On Location - Downtown Toronto - Permit Acquired
Shooting locations:
Downtown Toronto
Cities for response:
Toronto
Comments
Please check out our Development Promo!
https://youtu.be/shWsTrJjPe4?si=FbljO1S7PWaS7_gr
Storyline
Two emerging documentarians land an interview with a local star and vigilante. Upon meeting Q, Bailey and Micheal come to realise that his motives are more sinister than the publics perception.
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadQMale 25 - 45 Years old
Description
Q is a masked vigilante with an already controversial past. He hires two young documentarians to show the world who he truly is.
- Q is off putting, unsettling and doesn't bode well in social situations. He is completely delusional and believes that he is helping others. Often comparing himself to the most influential figures of all time, his EGO is what fuels his ambition.

Personality traits:

Ignorant, Explosive, Mysterious, Arrogant, Eccentric, Villainous, Immature, Nonchalant

We are not focused on appearance but more performance. Open Casting.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadMichealMale 18 - 25 Years old
Description
Micheal is an aspiring documentarian who is obsessed with super heros and now he has a chance to document one.
- Micheal was a shy child but has grown into himself by putting his all into his projects. He's is adamant that this story will be his big break and isn't scared to do the unconventional. Slightly awkward and oblivious but won't let that hold him back.

Personality traits:

Enthusiastic, Cocky, Sincere, Genuine, Immature, Timid

We are not focused on appearance but more on performance. Open Casting.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadBaileyFemale 18 - 25 Years old
Description
Bailey is an inspired documentarian who focuses on the technicalities, such as controlling the camera.
- Sarcastic, and often expresses herself through facial expressions, she is strong and confident. Bailey seems to be the person of reason when Michaels ideas spiral out of control. Although just as excited, she has her wits about her.

Personality traits:

Trustworthy, Uncomfortable, Strong, Sassy, Relatable, Knowledgeable, Wry, Mature

We are not focused on appearance but more on performance. Open Casting.