Job Description
Restaurant & Pursuit Media is casting for INTOXICATED, an LGBTQ+ indie short film exploring themes of love, grief, and addiction. The story follows two young women whose bond is tested by trauma, music, and vulnerability. This raw and emotionally rich narrative delves into how deeply love can stretch before it breaks.
This is a passion project with festival submissions planned. Meals will be provided, but it is an unpaid opportunity. The production highly encourages members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies to audition. Couples are also welcome, as the film includes scenes of physical intimacy (with no nudity).
Roles Available
MADDIE (Lead, 22–29, Female Presenting)
A wild and chaotic sound engineer hiding deep grief beneath a confident exterior. Maddie is haunted by the suicide of her sister and uses music to cope.
RACHEL (Supporting, 19–25, Female Presenting)
An aspiring poet and singer. Shy and soulful, Rachel is searching for connection and creative recognition.
JESSE (Day Player, 25–34, Female Presenting)
A savvy and grounded owner of a rap production company. She is cool, loyal, and sharp, and harbors a deep care for Maddie.
LINDSAY (Day Player, 30–50, Female Presenting)
A tough-love AA mentor who’s 6 years sober. Lindsay is wise, grounded, and unafraid to speak hard truths with compassion.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in table reads, rehearsals, and 2–3 shoot days
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Portray emotional depth and intimacy on screen
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Collaborate with director, writers, and production team on character development
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Attend one online and one in-person rehearsal (Rexdale area)
Requirements
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Must be female presenting and fit specified age range per role
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Open to portraying physical intimacy on screen (no nudity involved)
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LGBTQ+ identifying individuals and allies encouraged to apply
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Comfortable with emotionally heavy material
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Available for all shoot and rehearsal dates
Compensation
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Unpaid (Passion Project)
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Meals provided during filming
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Scripts available upon request
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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.
Job Description
Jesse Griffiths Casting is seeking a teen performer with strong basketball ability for the lead role of Fawad Choudhry in Regent Boy, a non-union feature film based on Humayun Khan’s novel Wrong Side of the Court. The production will film in the Greater Toronto Area. Fawad is a 15–16-year-old Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi) boy living with his mother and sister in Regent Park. He is a gifted basketball player navigating family tensions, friendships, and personal growth while finding his confidence and voice on the court.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the lead character, Fawad Choudhry.
- Perform basketball sequences confidently on camera.
- Deliver dramatic and character-driven scenes.
- Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
- Participate in self-tape auditions and additional casting stages as required.
Requirements
- Boy, playing age 15–16.
- Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi).
- Must have strong basketball skills.
- Must be capable of carrying a lead role in a feature film.
Compensation
$300/day, with approximately 25 shoot days anticipated.
No More Lonely Nights – Sam Supporting Role
Job Description
The feature film No More Lonely Nights is casting a male child performer for the supporting role of Sam, filming in the Greater Toronto Area. Sam is a warm, expressive 12 to 15-year-old boy who lives with autism and has a deep interest in trains. The production is actively seeking performers who live with autism for this emotionally layered role. The story follows Sam as he develops an unexpected friendship with another boy while their fathers face serious illness, requiring a performer who can bring warmth, humor, and emotional authenticity to the character.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Sam in a supporting role in a feature film
- Perform scripted dramatic and emotionally nuanced scenes
- Bring warmth, humor, and authenticity to the character
- Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and production team
- Participate in scenes exploring friendship and family relationships
- Follow age-appropriate direction throughout filming
Requirements
- Male child performer ages 12 to 15
- Production is actively seeking performers who live with autism
- Able to portray a warm, expressive, and high-functioning character
- Comfortable performing emotionally layered dramatic material
- Must be able to work in the Greater Toronto Area
- Interest in or familiarity with trains may complement the character
Compensation
- ACTRA IPA production
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.
