STILL CASTING FOR THE ROLE OF “TRUCK STOP” for the upcoming feature “THE SUN AND HIS DAUGHTER”.
- [TRUCK STOP] SUPPORTING. 20s to 60s years old, all ethnicities, male. Actor who is a wheelchair user. Weathered, gravelly-voiced, and probably a heavy smoker, Truck Stop is one of Samara’s henchman. A former long-haul trucker, Truck Stop is gentle, good-natured, loving, and often reads to Hildie. However, he can be prone to violent outbursts after too many beers. He is one of the primary forces that seduces Hildie into trusting the group. In the end, he is part of the plot to drown Hildie and Glover.NOTE: Some fight choreography required. Bonus if actor can play guitar. Required for approx. 8 days of shooting
The film is a modern coming-of-age, father/daughter road trip drama with a throwback 70s aesthetic.
Storyline: A 12-year-old girl with supernatural powers travels cross-country living from motel room to motel room with her father, who has Tourette Syndrome. Wanting nothing more than a normal family life and a permanent home, she befriends a community of outcasts who want to harness her powers for a darker purpose.
The screenplay was shortlisted for the Sundance Screenwriter’s Lab and the director’s previous feature, Son of the Sunshine, was nominated for a CSA. His other work has been distributed on Netflix, Hulu, MUBI, PBS, NFB, and presented at the Berlinale.
Production will be adhering to a COVID policy in line with local health authority guidelines.
Producer: Mackenzie Leigh
Writer: Ryan Ward, Mackenzie Leigh
Casting Director: Jesse Griffiths
Casting Assistants: Izad Etemadi, Tanu Ravi & Leah Galloway
Start Date: o/a July 26 – o/a Aug 22, 2021
Rate of Pay: Non-Union – $150.00/day
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Job Description: We are casting a highly skilled female pool player to serve as a body double for an actress in an upcoming eyewear campaign. The selected candidate will perform in scenes that require advanced pool-playing skills, ensuring the shots appear seamless and professional. While this role involves a body double, the focus will be on skillful execution rather than recognizable features. The ideal candidate will closely match the height and complexion of our lead actress and be confident performing in a lively party atmosphere.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the body double for the actress, executing advanced pool shots during the campaign shoot.
- Confidently handle a pool stick, align shots accurately, and execute them flawlessly in front of a crowd.
- Collaborate with the director and production team to ensure the visual continuity between the actress and the body double.
- Maintain professionalism and follow directions to achieve the desired results for the campaign.
Requirements:
- Female, aged 25-40.
- Height: 5’8” to 5’10”.
- Medium brown complexion (please refer to the photo in the casting notice for reference).
- Must be a highly skilled pool player, capable of performing advanced shots with confidence.
- Comfortable performing in a dynamic environment surrounded by party onlookers.
- Experience in similar roles is a plus but not required.
- Must be available to shoot in Toronto.
Compensation:
- Pay: $3,000 if selected.
- This is a non-union campaign.
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