Acting Job in a Short Film "Burdened"
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking cast to play roles in a short film "Burdened". More details are below. About the project: After a tragic car crash leaves their mom in a coma, 19-year-old Dakota finds herself burdened with the care of her younger brother, Zach. Struggling with severe ADHD and enduring the torment of bullies at school, Zach relies on Dakota for support. Amidst feelings of heartbreak and guilt, Dakota grapples with the overwhelming responsibility of not only being Zach's older sister but also filling the role of a parent. When Dakota reconnects with her university friend Jessica, she is hit with the stark realization of how much her own life seems to lag behind. Determined to rewrite their story, Dakota embarks on a journey of self-discovery, in order to find her own path and break free from the confines of her responsibilities. Rate: ACTRA TIP. Additional information: AUDITION LOCATION: Toronto. CALL-BACK DATE: January 2025. SHOOT DATE: Fri. March 14th to Sun. March 16th, 2025. SHOOT LOCATION: Toronto/GTA. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: DECEMBER 19TH, 2024. If you're interested, please apply.
3 role s
SUPPORTING ROLE. Jessica is outgoing, direct, and the life of the party. Dakota is her best friend in university despite the fact that their relationship might not be the healthiest. At times Jessica can be oblivious to the impacts her words/choices have on others. She loves to have fun and doesn’t take no for an answer.
SUPPORTING ROLE. Claire is a nurse and a single mom to both Zach and Dakota. She is doing her best to raise them but like any parent at times has friction with her children. While in a fight with her teenage daughter they end up in a car accident that leaves Claire in a coma.
ACTOR ROLE. Ms. Williams is a teacher. She must stop fighting between the children in her class.
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