Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Film School
Network:
Paid?:
No
Rates:
Non-paying student film.
Deadline:
Sept 27, 2026
Auditions:
Self tapes by request
Callbacks:
Over Zoom or in person, TBC
Shooting starts:
Nov 12, 2026 Shooting dates: Nov.12-Nov.16 and Nov. 20-Nov.23
Shooting finishes:
Nov 23, 2026 Pickup dates: Dec. 4 - Dec. 6
Shooting locations:
Muskoka/Bracebridge. Transportation and accomodation will be provided if needed.
Cities for response:
Toronto
Comments
We can accept union and non-union actors through our student agreement with ACTRA. This is a non-paying student film and no permit is required. Actors will receive a copy of the finished film for their demo reel. Meals and beverages will be provided on the shoot days. If transportation is required we can arrange for a ride for the actor during filming.
Rehearsals will be taking place in October, dates TBC.
Rehearsals will be taking place in October, dates TBC.
Storyline
A psychological short horror film exploring the relationship between a mother and her young son, as they search for connection with one another amidst a surreal nightmare created by the mother's terminal illness.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Michael a.k.a. Mouse | Male 8 - 12 Years old |
Description A sensitive, imaginative young boy struggling to make sense of his mother's terminal illness. He wants to uncover the truth behind the changes to his mother, and reconcile his fears of losing her with the harsh truth of reality. Actor will be needed for rehearsals in October, dates TBC. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Lead | Kat | Female 35 - 45 Years old |
Description Slavic/Eastern European ethnic origin is preferred, but not required (the role requires several lines to be spoken in Serbian).A loving and nurturing woman whose terminal illness begins to strip away her warmth and humanity. She feels compelled to change her identity in order to protect her son, and prepare him for the harsh realities of life and death. Please note: This role contains a scene with partial nudity. Actor will be needed for rehearsals in October, dates TBC. | ||