Seeking Young Girls for a Short Film "The Children Trap"
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking two girls ages 7-13 to portray roles in a short film "The Children Trap". Please, see the details below. About the project: An 8-minute short film being made through the 2026 Unsung Voices program at Reel Asian. Logline: In a home where fights erupt and everything is quietly reset by morning, two young sisters begin secretly plotting their parents’ divorce, believing it’s the only way to save their family. Rate: Non-Union. Volunteer roles. Meals and credit provided. Additional information: Shooting on July 11th & 12th, 2026 The film will premiere at TIFF Lightbox in November 2026 as part of the Toronto Reel Asian Film Festival. Shoot: July 11th & 12th, 2026. Location: Aurora, ON. When applying, please submit the following: Actor’s name Role of interest Location Head shot or recent photo Resume, demo reel, or self-tape if available Parent/guardian contact info for minors.
2 roles
Lead. East Asian/Chinese. The older sister. Observant, mature for her age, protective, and quietly carrying more than she should. She believes she can fix the family if she just comes up with the right plan. Looking for actors who can play around 12.
Supporting. East Asian/Chinese. The younger sister. Playful, imaginative, and looks up to Grace. She brings levity and innocence to the story. Looking for actors who can play around 8.
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