Details
Union:
Union
Area of media:
Short Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
ACTRA - Tier 4 - $151/day (role involves 1 scene only; will not require full day)
Deadline:
Dec 11, 2025
Callbacks:
Dec 16, 2025 Zoom Call with Producer/Director
Shooting starts:
Jan 10, 2026
Shooting finishes:
Jan 12, 2026
Shooting locations:
Toronto, Ontario
Cities for response:
Toronto
Comments
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please ensure that you are comfortable with the subject matter, working style, day rate and scope of this role before submitting. Thank you!
Storyline
SOOTHER is a dark comedy that follows a parent, Des, whose blissful morning goes sideways when the toddler digs up a mysterious finger in the yard. The story takes inspiration from the surreal highs and lows of early parenthood and the way we struggle to balance the magic and the chaos.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The working style and team on this production will be tailored to the needs of working with young children (frequent breaks, flexible approach, playful and patient atmosphere).
IMPORTANT NOTE: The working style and team on this production will be tailored to the needs of working with young children (frequent breaks, flexible approach, playful and patient atmosphere).
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | Francisca | Female 50 - 70 Years old |
Description Francisca is Des' nosy, elegant, stuffy neighbour who has a knack for backhanded compliments. She keeps a sharp eye on Des and her toddler from her window and is desperate to weigh in on how Des should and should not be raising her child. Thinks of herself as doing them a favour. | ||