Actor Needed for Humber Polytechnic Film
Looking for talent in the GTA and nearby regions for a short film by Humber Polytechnic’s Film and Television Production program. See details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: The Honey Badger is a tense post-apocalyptic drama about a mother and son struggling to survive in a world stripped of order and morality. When their encounter with a mysterious stranger spirals into violence, the film explores how grief, survival, and fractured values collide, forcing a family to confront their own moral compass in an already broken world. Rate: Non-paid. Additional info: Union and non-union submissions accepted. Filming on location from October 21st - October 23rd (subject to change). When applying, please include a headshot and resume. Self-tape instructions will follow.
2 roles
Co-lead role Thin, any race. Iris is a nurturing yet exhausted mother, struggling to protect her son in a terrifying world. Torn between compassion and survival, she is stern yet deeply empathetic. Her belief in preserving humanity clashes with Peter’s growing pains, placing her in the story’s emotional center.
Supporting role No appearance specifications. Lars is an imposing figure who first appears as an antagonistic presence, surrounding characters in danger. However, his true intentions are made clear as well as his former life as a Doctor in the old world which adds to his compassionate and intelligent character. Despite his kind heart, his presence sparks the tension that drives Peter and Iris into crisis.
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