Non-union
- Role: Lead
- Gender: Female
- Age: 16-18
- Ethnicity: White
- Gussie is on the chubby-side with long hair. She should be a teen with confidence and candor (think Saoirse Ronan in “Lady Bird”) and should be ready to improvise her physicality to embody the role and ‘own’ the space (think Maya Erskine in “PEN15”). Gussie does not like being told what to do, hearing ‘no’, and she most definitely does not like being embarrassed. Her irreverence should falter in the face of her father’s illness. A level of restraint and command of intense emotionality will also be necessary for the role.
- Role: Lead
- Gender: Female
- Age: 50-60
- Ethnicity: White
- Gussie’s mother. Linda is a slight and practical woman, guarded. Looks and performance-wise, she is somewhere between Judith Light and Julianne Moore. Her grey roots are showing beneath her professionally died hair. Linda is the primary caretaker for her husband and the head of household. She wants to smooth over everything, making it ‘nice’ and ‘comfortable.’ She is confused and sometimes disturbed by Gussie’s audacious personality.
- Role: Lead
- Gender: Female
- Age: 35-45
- Ethnicity: Filipino
- Gussie’s nanny. Imelda has raised Gussie and her sister Abby since they were babies and loves them like her own children. Gussie in particular has a strong bond to Imelda and is often seeking her attention and comfort as she tried to separate herself from the family unit. Imelda should have a motherly familiarity with Gussie and Abby, but an employee’s formality with James and Linda. She has a strong sense of self and should feel as at home in the house as any of the other family members. Importantly, however, Imelda has her own life away from Goodman family. At the end of the day she can “clock out” from the drama.
- Role: Lead
- Gender: Female
- Age: 18-20
- Ethnicity: White
- Gussie’s sister. Abby should be smaller and quieter than her boisterous younger sister. Abby is home from her first year of university so she can be closer to her father as his health declines. She is in an on-again-off-again relationship with her high school boyfriend, Adam, but the comfort and familiarity he once provided her is fading as his emotional limitations become more obvious. Abby takes after her mother and wants to keep the peace. She is the dutiful daughter, ready to be of service, who keeps her personal feelings close to the chest — until her sister’s bratty behavior gets the best of her.
- Role: Supporting
- Gender: Male
- Age: 18-20
- Ethnicity: Open
- Abby’s sometimes boyfriend. A stoner who doesn’t take anything too seriously. He drives a nice car but he’s still in high school doing a “victory lap.” Adam tries to cultivate a carefree vibe and is intimidated by the idea of confronting something as real as his girlfriend’s sick father.
- Role: Lead
- Gender: Male
- Age: 50-60
- Ethnicity: White
- Gussie’s father. A round and animated character, James should be immediately likable. Beneath the medical speak and the obvious physical effects of his illness, he is a classic
- “Dad” (embarrassing, sincere, charming). Performance-wise he should have the soft-spoken command of Paul Giamatti with the enthusiasm of Robin Williams. The character should be able to accurately portray the sensitive and comical personality of the character as well as embody the physicality of a late-stage cancer patient.
- Role: Supporting
- Gender: Female
- Age: 50-60
- Ethnicity: Open
- The new night nurse. Elizabeth is a seasoned health home-care professional. She should be amicable, almost jovial. She is unwittingly the catalyst for the emotional outburst at the climax of the film.
Related jobs:
Hispanic Female Actor for Principal Role in Feature Film
Job Description
An upcoming feature film is casting for a principal role in an emotionally charged story centered on psychological suspense and deception. The film explores the life of a reclusive heir manipulated by scammers—unaware he’s orchestrating a darker twist of his own. The role calls for a fluent Spanish-speaking Hispanic woman with rich emotional depth and strong screen presence.
Job Responsibilities
-
Portray a warm yet stoic caregiver with emotional restraint
-
Collaborate with directors to bring subtle, layered expressions to the screen
-
Embody a character who silently observes and supports the protagonist’s journey
-
Be available for approximately 5 shooting days
Requirements
-
Female, 65–75 years old
-
Hispanic (Argentinian, Paraguayan, Peruvian, or Chilean descent)
-
Must speak fluent Spanish
-
Strong ability to express emotion through presence and nuance with limited dialogue
-
Non-union talent only
Compensation
-
$600/day, up to 12 hours
-
Filming takes place in Metro Vancouver (Out of Zone)
Hispanic Male Actor for Principal Role in Feature Film
Job Description
A gripping feature film is casting a major role in a psychological thriller filled with suspense, deception, and emotional unraveling. The story follows a calculated heir manipulated by scammers—only for the con to backfire. This pivotal role offers a deep, dramatic arc for a seasoned actor to showcase charisma, complexity, and vulnerability on screen.
Job Responsibilities
-
Portray a sophisticated and elegant life coach hiding personal turmoil
-
Perform emotionally layered scenes, including a staged police sting
-
Bring authenticity and nuance to a character whose facade begins to crack
-
Collaborate with the director and cast across multiple shooting days
Requirements
-
Male, 45–60 years old
-
Hispanic (Argentinian descent strongly preferred)
-
Must demonstrate both charisma and emotional vulnerability
-
Strong experience with dramatic roles and character development
-
Non-union talent only
Compensation
-
$600/day, up to 12 hours
-
Shooting location: Metro Vancouver (Out of Zone)
-
Large principal role with multiple shoot days
Indigenous Children for Historical Film Prop Shoot
Job Description
A historically inspired film is seeking Indigenous children for a one-day prop photo shoot. The imagery will portray children within the context of the residential school system, contributing to a project that aims to respectfully honor and share Indigenous stories. The production is led by an Indigenous female director and writer and is committed to authentic cultural representation.
Job Responsibilities
-
Participate in a still photo session for use within the film
-
Follow direction to convey the tone and emotion required by the scene
-
Be comfortable on set and maintain a calm, cooperative attitude
-
Ensure appearance matches submitted reference photos on the day of shoot
Requirements
-
Indigenous children, ages 7–10
-
Must be available to work in Hamilton, ON
-
Open to ACTRA members and non-union talent
-
Photos submitted must clearly show current hair, face, and overall appearance
-
Must be comfortable participating in a culturally significant, sensitive narrative
Compensation
-
$78.75 for a 4-hour session
-
Standard terms, including performer on-entry (POE) procedures, will be followed
-
Paid opportunity
Job Description
A heartfelt Toronto-based student film is seeking talented Spanish-speaking Latin actresses for three emotionally rich roles in a short drama about family, grief, and generational bonds. This film is part of a thesis project supported by the Toronto Film School and welcomes both union (ACTRA) and non-union performers. All roles require fluency in Spanish and authentic Latin representation.
Job Responsibilities
-
Deliver emotionally resonant performances in Spanish
-
Portray characters with depth, cultural authenticity, and strong interpersonal dynamics
-
Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the story to life
-
Participate in memory sequences, family scenes, and dramatic monologues
Requirements
-
Must be of Colombian, Latin American, or Latin American descent
-
Fluent in Spanish
-
ACTRA or Non-Union performers eligible
-
Role-specific age and traits:
-
LUZ: Female, 16–20 years old – a teenager navigating the threshold of adulthood
-
JULIA: Female, 40–50 years old – a mother emotionally withdrawn due to grief
-
ABUELITA: Female, 60–70 years old – a warm, loving grandmother in flashbacks
-
Compensation
-
Unpaid (Student Production)
-
Valuable experience on a professional student set
-
Networking opportunity with emerging filmmakers
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.