Open Roles in a Paid Short Film "Backlog"

(Mixed-Race, Black) - Maeva is a French post-graduate living in Vancouver. In limbo because of her permanent residency, she struggles with anxiety. Usually fun and care-free, she finds herself stuck between other people's expectations and her own uncertainty. No French speaking required.

(Colombian/Latina) - The "newest" addition to the friend group and an immigrant herself as well, Aina is the first to understand Maeva' s predicament. Aina is a good listener, witty and caring.

Maeva's partner, Paul doesn't know how to comfort Maeva in her situation. A nice guy who doesn't want to let anyone down, his inaction backfires.

James is one of Paul's best friend. He is here for the fun and nothing else. More uptight than Matt, he tries to match his carefreeness. Wannabe artist of the group.

Sol is a painter from South America. Established on Hornby for many years, she still remembers what it's like to feel uprooted. She is grounded, lives on her own. Hornby based performer preferred

A little wild, Matt doesn't care about what people think about him, he loves floating about where the wind or his whims take him. Hornby based performer preferred.

Becca worries about "big world problems" and sometimes forget that they impact individuals. Her idealism makes her oblivious to the conditions of people around her. Hornby based performer preferred.

Aina's husband Hornby based performer preferred.

Owner of the boutique thrift store and Hornby local for most of their lives, they have a welcoming aura to them and a tenderness. Hornby based actor preferred.

Young Hornby Local, they are at the end of season and don't really want to deal with tourists anymore. Hornby based performer preferred.

Does this for fun and the love of the art, the potter is a calming presence in the craziness of the market Hornby based performer preferred.

A couple. Hornby based performer preferred.

A couple. Hornby based performer preferred.