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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Supporting Child Actor for Feature Film Role
Job Description
A feature film production is seeking a young supporting actor for a family-driven story centered around animals and emotional storytelling. This role offers a unique opportunity for emerging talent to be part of a heartfelt film project, working closely with a professional production team in a supportive environment. Acting experience is preferred but not required, making this an excellent opportunity for new performers.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a supporting character in a feature film
- Deliver natural and engaging on-screen performances
- Follow direction from the director and production team
- Work collaboratively with cast, crew, and animal handlers on set
Requirements
- Male-identifying child actor, age 12–13
- Must identify as First Nations
- Comfortable working around animals, including otters and skunks
- No animal-related allergies
- Ability to take direction and perform authentically on camera
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
Compensation
- Paid acting opportunity (rate based on production standards)
- On-set tutoring provided during filming
- Professional film credit and valuable industry experience
- Opportunity to work on a feature-length 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.