Lead Actress for Canadian Feature Film
A major casting call is underway for a powerful lead role in an upcoming Canadian feature film directed by a critically acclaimed filmmaker. This is an opportunity to portray a compelling and emotionally rich character navigating love, identity, and empowerment. The role centers around a woman who reclaims her strength through dance after facing betrayal and emotional control in a long-distance marriage.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the lead character with emotional depth and cultural authenticity
- Perform scenes that involve hip-hop dance or physical movement
- Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring the character’s journey to life
- Deliver dialogue in fluent English, Cantonese, and/or Mandarin
Requirements
- Female, late 20s to early 30s, of Chinese descent
- Must speak fluent English, Cantonese, and/or Mandarin
- Dance background required; experience in hip-hop, ballet, or physical movement is a major plus
- Strong acting skills with the ability to portray complex emotional arcs
- Must have access to Google/Gmail to submit application
- Open to performers with or without representation
Compensation
- Paid lead role (details provided upon selection)
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“Sound & Fury” Feature Film Casting Call
Job Description
The feature film “Sound & Fury” is seeking union performers for a variety of speaking, supporting, and featured roles filming in HRM, Nova Scotia. The story follows a faded Canadian television actor whose humiliating viral prank video sends him into a downward spiral and a misguided plan for revenge. This ACTRA AIP production is casting performers across multiple age ranges and backgrounds for roles throughout the film.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray an assigned character in the feature film “Sound & Fury.”
- Deliver scripted dialogue when required for speaking roles.
- Take direction from the director and production team.
- Participate professionally in rehearsals and filming as required.
- Bring natural, believable character choices to dramatic and comedic scenes.
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.
Requirements
- Talia: Female, any ethnicity, 30s. Gavin’s ex-partner who has moved on but remains frustrated by his behavior.
- Emily: Female, any ethnicity, 20s. Gavin’s regular barista with one key scene.
- Young Man: Male, any ethnicity, ages 18–25. Appears in a car and interacts with Gavin and his children.
- Biker Guy 1 & Biker Guy 2: Male, any ethnicity, ages 30s–50s. Physically imposing characters who appear as Hal’s clients.
- Cook: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 30s–50s. Diner kitchen staff with one line.
- Server: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Diner server appearing in several moments.
- Jenna: Female, any ethnicity, 20s–30s. A student in Gavin’s acting class.
- Stage Hand(s): Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Theatre crew.
- Camera Operator: Any gender, any ethnicity, 20s. Appears during a casting-room scene with no dialogue.
- Student: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Appears as a student attending evening acting classes.
- Must be available to work in HRM, Nova Scotia.
Compensation
- ACTRA AIP rates.
Hi, My name is Vincent Di Lella. I am currently a student at George Brown college majoring in Video Design and Production. I am currently looking for three actors in order to make my short horror thesis film Method. I am looking for two men and woman, ages 20-30.
