The short film Esther & Sai is looking for background actors to play:
- nursing students (female, Caucasian, 18-30)
- university students and staff (open gender, open ethnicity, 18-40)
- grocery shoppers (open gender, Caucasian, all ages)
The film is a period piece set in the 1970s. This is a volunteer position, however, credit and snacks will be provided.
Esther & Sai is based on the true story of Sai Choo (a Chinese immigrant) and Esther Aneke (a Nigerian immigrant) who met in Vancouver at nursing school in 1976. They were among very few students of colour in the class and formed a lifelong friendship. For more information on the project, visit @estherandsai on Instagram.
Please email estherandsai.filmbg@gmail.com should you be interested in taking part.
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Casting Call for Skilled Hockey Players – Feature Film “Youngblood” Adaptation
Job Description: We are seeking skilled hockey players for an upcoming adaptation of the feature film Youngblood. This project requires hockey players who can perform on the ice while portraying characters in the film. If you have strong skating skills and can pass for a 20-year-old on camera, this is an exciting opportunity to combine your athletic abilities with acting.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a hockey player in the adaptation of Youngblood.
- Participate in scenes requiring ice skating, puck handling, and other hockey-related activities.
- Work closely with the production team to ensure all scenes are performed safely and authentically.
- Follow direction from the film’s coaches, choreographers, and production crew to ensure your actions align with the vision of the film.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older, but able to convincingly play a 20-year-old character.
- Must be a skilled hockey player with strong skating and game experience.
- All positions are welcome (forwards, defensemen, goalies).
- Must be able to legally work in Canada.
- Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area.
- Must file taxes in Ontario.
Compensation:
- Compensation details will be provided to shortlisted candidates, based on union or non-union status.
