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Short Film "Dental Distress: Dentists - SOS" Seeks Cast in QB

Montreal, QC, Canada
ID: 266831Exp: 7/29/2024
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ONLY MONTREAL, OTTAWA, and TORONTO TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking cast to portray roles in a short film "Dental Distress: Dentists - SOS". Please, see the details below. About the project: A compassionate dentist uncovers a young woman's silent plea for help during a routine check-up. Suspecting foul play, he embarks on a daring rescue mission, risking everything to free her from a controlling father figure. As he introduces her to a world she's never known, their bond deepens. But when confronted with the complexities of her captor's motivations, can the dentist convince both father and daughter that true love means letting go? Will freedom's price be too high to pay? Rate: Union. ACTRA MIP HONORARIUM. Additional information: NO AUDITION/BOOKING OFF SELF-TAPES/REELS. SHOOT DATE: Mon. Aug.5th - 3:45 pm to 9:45 pm. SHOOTING LOCATION: Montreal, Quebec. SUBMISSIONS ARE ONLY OPEN TO ACTRA TALENT. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS MONDAY, JULY 29TH AT 1:00 PM (EST). If you're interested, please apply.

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4 roles

DR. ALEXANDERMale18-29 y.o.All ethnicities

LEAD ROLE. A compassionate dentist who uncovers a patient's silent plea for help. Driven by a fierce sense of justice, he embarks on a mission to free her from her father's oppressive hold, determined to show her the world beyond her confinement. Will his unwavering resolve be enough to break the chains of captivity, or will he find himself entangled in a story far more complex than he ever imagined?

CASSIAFemale18-29 y.o.All ethnicities

LEAD ROLE. Trapped by her father's lies, she unknowingly suffers from Stockholm syndrome. During a dentist visit, she pleads for help, sparking a journey of liberation and wonder. Her loyalty to her father remains, even as she experiences the world anew. Will she find the strength to spread her wings, or will the comfort of her gilded cage prove too alluring to resist? MUST BE AN ACTRA MEMBER - FULL OR APPRENTICE.

DAMIENMale45-60 y.o.All ethnicities

LEAD ROLE. A devout widower, terrified of losing his daughter. He keeps Cassia drugged and isolated, convincing her she’s ill. His struggle to let her go culminates in a heart-wrenching decision, swayed by Dr. Alexander's persistent campaign. Will Damien find redemption in release, or will his grip tighten until it destroys them both? MUST BE AN ACTRA MEMBER - FULL OR APPRENTICE.

OFFICER WARDMale30-44 y.o.All ethnicities

LEAD ROLE. A hardened, pragmatic lawman, quick to act on suspicions. He intervenes when he senses Damien's control over Cassia, ensuring her temporary safety. Yet, his return to bring her back to her father adds a layer of complexity to her rescue. Will his rigid adherence to protocol blind him to the true nature of justice?