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Open Roles in Production of "Knotty"

Hamilton, ON, Canada
ID: 288469Exp: 8/4/2025
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ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Casting actors and extras for "Knotty" film. Please, see the details below. About the project: A Nigerian undocumented immigrant on the brink of deportation, who fears love, captures the heart of an Italian-American man hardened by family betrayal, as their instant connection challenges them to navigate the dangerous path of loyalty, trust, and citizenship. Rate: Meals will be provided. Digital copy of the finished. Product will be sent to talent upon request for their reels. ACTRA Tier 4. Production union rate (TBC). Additional information: Media: Interracial Romantic Drama Status Union. Shooting Locations: Hamilton. Shoot Date: August 28 to 1 September 2025. Rehearsal Date: August 16 2025 (zoom) from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Searching for LOCAL ACTRA Actors with theater experience are encouraged to apply. Actors may hold sides during their audition if needed. Actors that are available for 1 rehearsal day August 16th 2025. Actors that are available for shooting day from August 28th to September 1st 2025. Deadline for Submissions: August 4th, 2025. When applying, please submit demo reel/head shot/resume.

24 roles

OriakuMale33-38 y.o.African-American

He is a nuanced character who balances immense talent and passion with profound vulnerability and fear. A Nigerian with an accent, 5.7 to 5.9 height.

EthanMale38-43 y.o.All ethnicities

Ethan is a man trapped by his past and his privilege, whose chance encounter with Oriaku forces him to confront his own internal struggles and ultimately redefine what truly matters. An Italian-America, 6.1 to 6.5 height.

RajMale35-40 y.o.Indian/South Asian

Raj is Ethan's friend, an Indian Man with an accent. 6.1 to 6.5 height.

IslaFemale25-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Isla is Ethan's secretary and Oriaku's roommate. Any European accent, 5.7 to 5.9 height.

HuaMale20-27 y.o.All ethnicities

Hua is Angelo's employee and Oriaku's roommate. A Chinese/Malaysian accent, 5.7 to 5.9 height.

AngeloMale30-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Angelo is Raj and Ethan's friend, a Filipino with an accent, 6.1 to 6.5 height.

Mr. JudeMale50-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Mr. Jude is Ethan's ruthless uncle and Oriaku's employer. An American/ French Canadian accent. 5.9 to 6.1 height.

CamilaFemale25-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Camila is Ethan's rude and sophisticated ex-girlfriend tied to family connections. A Mexican/Spanish accent, 5.7 to 5.9 height.

IfeMale40-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Ife is Oriaku's childhood boyfriend, a Nigerian business minded Man with an accent. 6.1 to 6.5 height.

AmandaFemale28-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Amanda is a newscaster, an Australian/British accent 20 to 28 years Amina is a new immigrant from South Africa with an accent. She is seeking a job at Oriaku's music school.

RodrigoMale60-70 y.o.All ethnicities

Rodrigo is Camila's Father, a Brazilian/Portuguese accent.

LakshmiFemale60-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Lakshmi is Raj's Mother. An Indian/Sri Lanka with accent.

VishnuMale65-70 y.o.All ethnicities

Vishnu is Raj's Father. A Pakistani with accent.

Mr. ZackMale60-70 y.o.All ethnicities

Mr. Zack is Ethan's family chief servant and a father figure. A Canadian with an accent.

OliviaFemale45-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Olivia is Camila's mother, a Colombian accent.

LawyersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Police OfficersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Restaurant CustomersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Restaurant EmployeesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Civic Marriage Event GoersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Street Office WorkersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Church GoersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ethan's EmployeesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ParamedicsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities