Casting Athlete for Feature Film ‘Love & Chaos’
Job Description
A feature comedy film is casting a Montreal-based actor for the role of Athlete, a powerful and visually striking Slovak shotputter. This featured role brings physicality and presence to a lively European block party scene, offering a fun moment of strength, surprise, and comedic charm.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a muscular Slovak female athlete in a festive town celebration
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Bring physical presence and confidence to the role
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Deliver lines or reactions with authenticity and comedic timing
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Embody the spirit of a national-level competitor in a lighthearted setting
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Contribute to the cultural and visual energy of the scene
Requirements
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Female actor, 20s–40s
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Must be local to Montreal or Quebec
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Must have a convincing Eastern European accent
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Strong and athletic build required
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Prior acting experience a plus, especially in physical or character roles
Compensation
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Actor Featured Role
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ACTRA Scale: $631.25 CAD/8 hrs, with overtime at $118.50 CAD
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Paid on-camera opportunity in a professionally produced film
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Filming begins on or around May 21, 2024
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A UBC film production is casting talent for an upcoming narrative project shooting on 16mm film. Production is seeking performers for three scripted roles in a surreal, character-driven story centered on a housewife’s transformation and the shifting dynamics within her home. Selected talent will be featured on camera.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform scripted scenes as directed, maintaining character consistency throughout the shoot.
- Take direction on set and collaborate professionally with cast and crew.
- Participate in wardrobe/hair/makeup as needed to support the role and story.
- Be prepared for multiple takes and continuity requirements typical of film production.
Requirements
- Joyce Green (Female, 30s–50s): Must be able to portray a suburban housewife experiencing personal transformation and an awakening that blurs the line between clarity and unraveling.
- Saul Green (Male, 40s–50s): Must be able to portray a working-class husband with grounded realism, quiet frustration, and emotional subtext beneath a stoic exterior.
- Hilda (Female, 50s–70s): Must be able to portray a faith-driven woman with warmth, sincerity, and calm authority.
- Comfortable working on camera in a film set environment.
- Professional, punctual, and able to follow on-set direction.
Compensation Details
- Unpaid role
- Food provided
Job Description
A Concordia student short film titled Just Business is casting the lead role of Michael McAllister. This crime/thriller story follows Michael as he becomes desperate to belong in Montreal’s criminal underworld, with the narrative told through the voice of a respected Québécois gangster, Jacques Dubois. The project is seeking a grounded performer who can carry a dramatic lead role in a short-form crime narrative.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform as the lead character, Michael McAllister, in a student crime/thriller short film
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Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team
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Deliver a believable, emotionally driven performance within a gritty criminal-underworld story
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Arrive prepared, professional, and punctual for all scheduled production work
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Participate in rehearsals and filming as required by production
Requirements
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Male actor
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Age range: 20–30
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Caucasian
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Any height
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Non-union talent welcome
Compensation
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Unpaid role
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.