Cast Needed for a Short Film "Presence"

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Currently seeking talented actors for an independent short film Presence, currently in pre-production in the Toronto/GTA area. See the details below. ABOUT THE FILM: "Presense" is a character-driven short film exploring family, regret, relationships, faith, and the consequences of being physically present but emotionally absent. "Presence" is a very small film with a very large emotional ambition. I’m interested in building a collaborative cast and crew who care about performance, restraint, atmosphere, and storytelling rather than simply getting coverage. Logline: He spent 23 years building something that would last. The night it finally pays off, he learns none of the people he built it for still need him. His daughter doesn’t want him walking her down the aisle, his wife is done waiting for him to show up and, for the first time in twenty years, he stops at the church he’s driven past every single day. Rate: Key cast and crew will be paid. Credits provided to all cast and crew. Meals, snacks & drinks provided Festival submissions + premiere planned. Additional information: Themes: Presence vs. Provision • Deferred Love • Success & Loss • Mirrored Paths • Selective Attention • Grace • Legacy • Mercy • Absence • Family • Faith • Too Late • Confession • Identity • Sacrifice. Location: Scarborough/Toronto/GTA. Filming: 2 shoot dates between September 24 – October 10, depending on cast and crew availability. Production: Micro-Budget Independent Short Film. The film will feature Gregorio Allegri’s Miserere mei, Deus as part of its musical and thematic identity. When applying, please submit the following: Name Position/Role Resume or relevant experience Head shot (actors) Demo reel/portfolio (if available) Availability between September 24 – October 10 Contact information. Subject line: "PRESENCE — [ROLE] — [YOUR NAME]". Audition/self-tape information will be provided to selected actors.