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Cast Wanted for "The Bruce Lee Story" Film

Vancouver, BC, Canada
ID: 287240Exp: 6/18/2025
online audition
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Searching urgently for cast for a feature film "The Bruce Lee Story". More detais are below. About the project: Storyline: A young Chinese boy named Bryce Lee, lies about being related to Bruce Lee, in an effort to be accepted by classmates at school. Rate: Union. The producers of this project will be applying for the Appendix Q BC Indie Program. Principal Scale minus 35%. Additional information: Cities For Response: BC, prioritizing locals where appropriate. Audition Location: Self-tapes will be requested. Shooting Locations: Vancouver Island, Victoria, BC. Deadline For Submissions: June 18, 2025. Outside Dates: Tuesday, July 28, 2025 - Saturday, Sept. 15, 2025. Unless otherwise noted, please submit Caucasian or Indigenous actors. If you're interested, please apply.

8 roles

AlMale48-52 y.o.White / Caucasian

(Large Principal) The dry-witted, no-nonsense owner of a local pawn shop, surrounded by shelves of secondhand treasures. Though initially skeptical of Bryce’s ambitious pitches, he’s quietly amused by the teen’s determination and ultimately plays a key role in helping him access the equipment he needs. Beneath his gruff exterior, Big Al has a soft spot for underdogs with big dreams. Please state if you are a Victoria local.

PRINCIPLE BRIGGSMale50-60 y.o.White / Caucasian

(Principal). Quirky and earnest, she takes her duties seriously and unexpectedly becomes a messenger of good news for Bryce. Her cheerful energy and offbeat charm make her a memorable presence in his school life. Please state if you are a Victoria local.

YINGFemale35-45 y.o.White / Caucasian

(Principal) This role requires actors who speak fluent Mandarin. Bryce and Mei’s well-dressed, image-conscious auntie who arrives for the restaurant’s grand opening. Old money personified. Please state if you are a Victoria local.

CUSTOMERBoth genders35-45 y.o.White / Caucasian

(Principal) A restaurant customer who complains about the food, claiming it can cause stomach cancer. Please state if you are a Victoria local.

UNCLE FAIMale35-50 y.o.Asian

(LEAD) MUST be East Asian actor who can speak fluent Mandarin. Uncle Fai wants nothing more than to be the father Bryce doesn’t have, but often tries too hard and falls on his face along the way. His intentions are noble, and his stories are based on painful past experiences, but somehow, he finds himself lying his way through his own truth. Please state if you are a Victoria local.

PRINCIPLE BRIGGSFemale50-60 y.o.All ethnicities

(Principal) Quirky and earnest, she takes her duties seriously and unexpectedly becomes a messenger of good news for Bryce. Her cheerful energy and offbeat charm make her a memorable presence in his school life. Please state if you are a Victoria local.

YINGFemale35-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(Principal) This role requires actors who speak fluent Mandarin. Bryce and Mei’s well-dressed, image-conscious auntie who arrives for the restaurant’s grand opening. Old money personified. Please state if you are a Victoria local.

CUSTOMERBoth genders35-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(Principal) A restaurant customer who complains about the food, claiming it can cause stomach cancer. Please state if you are a Victoria local.