**OPEN TO CANADIAN & US ACTORS JOE. He has a strong, masculine presence, kind-hearted but firm, with an instinct to protect and stand up for what's right. **WE ARE OPEN TO HAVING THIS ROLE TO PLAY AS AN OLDER VERSION OR YOUNGER VERSION. **BOXING EXP. A PLUS JOE/older version- has seen it all-after losing everything, he no longer wants to fight, nor feels the need or strength to do so. Once a nine-time boxing champion, now fallen from glory, he was framed by powerful interests and spiraled into uncontrolled doping use, losing all his honor and status. The accidental death of his only daughter, Anna, pushed him to the lowest point of his life, leaving him broken and defeated. It is not until he meets Bella and her daughter Mia that his life begins to regain its light. In the end, he rediscovers his confidence and fights his way back to reclaim everything that once belonged to him. JOE/younger version- is a gifted nine-time champion who rose effortlessly, only to be abruptly cut down and unable to recover from the sudden fall. It is not until he meets Bella and her daughter Mia that his life begins to regain its light. In the end, he rediscovers his confidence and fights his way back to reclaim everything that once belonged to him.

**OPEN TO CANADIAN & US ACTORS Bella (27) She has a soft, alluring appearance, is compassionate, and at the same time resilient and brave. After divorcing her ex-husband, she raises her daughter Mia on her own. His gambling addiction leaves her burdened with debt, so she works tirelessly to give her daughter a better life. At first, she rents out a room to Joe to make ends meet, but over time they fall in love and become each other’s salvation.

**OPEN TO CANADIAN & US ACTORS **BOXING EXP. A PLUS Michael (30) A hot-headed, tough fighter—the strongest in Gym B and its de facto leader—yet perpetually a runner-up in major competitions. He goes from provoking and challenging Joe, to gradually respecting him, and ultimately becoming fiercely loyal, looking up to Joe as his true leader.

Strong Supporting Role. Need an actor/actress to play 5-6 years old. Quiet, observant, and used to waiting. She watches more than she speaks. She’s too young to understand everything, but old enough to sense when something isn’t right. Her presence grounds the film emotionally. She’s not just someone to protect, but someone who, in her own small way, reveals the cracks in the world around them. Female (preferable) or Male – to play 5-6 – Chinese/Chinese Canadian - Mandarin speaking preferred (simple lines) - Natural, expressive child performer

Dressed in a costume from a movie, your job will be to memorize some lines which you can reenact to a large audience. Must be willing to go bold with the role - very high energy.

50 to 65 years old. South Asian Man, HINDI speaking. Practical, Opinionated, Loving. He’s a minimalist and your average, caring dad. He worries about expensive trends, but also recognizes great value when he sees it. He’s proud of his son’s sensible choice, and can’t wait to go for a ride! (TALENT MUST SPEAK HINDI. If talent as speaks Punjabi then please submit for BOTH languages. Additional buyout granted if selected for both languages).

50 to 65 years old. South Asian Man, PUNJABI speaking. Practical, Opinionated, Loving. He’s a minimalist and your average, caring dad. He worries about expensive trends, but also recognizes great value when he sees it. He’s proud of his son’s sensible choice, and can’t wait to go for a ride! (TALENT MUST SPEAK PUNJABI. If talent as speaks Hindi then please submit for BOTH languages. Additional buyout granted if selected for both languages).

50 to 65 years old. East Asian Man, MANDARIN speaking. Practical, Opinionated, Loving. He’s a minimalist and your average, caring dad. He worries about expensive trends, but also recognizes great value when he sees it. He’s proud of his son’s sensible choice, and can’t wait to go for a ride! (TALENT MUST SPEAK MANDARIN. If talent as speaks Cantonese then please submit for BOTH languages. Additional buyout granted if selected for both languages).

50 to 65 years old. East Asian Man, CANTONESE speaking. Practical, Opinionated, Loving. He’s a minimalist and your average, caring dad. He worries about expensive trends, but also recognizes great value when he sees it. He’s proud of his son’s sensible choice, and can’t wait to go for a ride! (TALENT MUST SPEAK CANTONESE. If talent as speaks Mandarin then please submit for BOTH languages. Additional buyout granted if selected for both languages).

Hija mayor de la familia, Licha es una adolescente privilegiada, despierta y emocionalmente intensa, en transición entre la inocencia y la conciencia del mundo adulto. Tiene energía, humor y cierta irreverencia propia de su edad, y mantiene una relación cercana y afectiva con su hermano mayor Quile y su hermana menor Pati, a quien protege. Su vínculo con sus abuelos es amoroso, lo que hace aún más devastador que sea la primera en enfrentarse al horror de su asesinato, un evento que la quiebra y la obliga a madurar de golpe. A partir de ahí, Licha debe procesar una realidad insoportable: todo apunta a que su propio hermano es el responsable. En medio del dolor, el miedo y la presión, termina participando en el señalamiento que contribuye a su caída, creyendo que es la única forma de cerrar ese capítulo.

La menor de la familia, Pati es una adolescente privilegiada, sensible y más contenida que su hermana, aún profundamente anclada a la inocencia propia de su edad. Tiene una relación cercana y afectiva con Licha y Quile, sus hermano mayor a quien admira, y un vínculo amoroso con sus abuelos. El asesinato de éstos rompe por completo su mundo, enfrentándola de golpe a una realidad que no está preparada para procesar. A diferencia de Licha, su reacción es más interna: miedo, confusión y necesidad de protección. Sin embargo, también se ve arrastrada a asimilar que todo apunta a que su hermano es el responsable, y termina acompañando el señalamiento que contribuye a su caída, influenciada por su entorno y por la necesidad de dar sentido al horror. Su conflicto está en sostener una verdad que no termina de comprender, cargando con la pérdida, el miedo y la culpa, mientras intenta aferrarse a lo poco que queda de su mundo seguro.

**VANCOUVER BASED ACTORS ONLY Richard Carter - Male / 45 Ethan’s father and the billionaire CEO of Carter Capital Group. Convinced that suffering will “discipline” Ethan, he is not truly religious, but uses religion as an excuse to justify years of abuse. He blatantly favors his adopted son, Lucas. His pride and blind faith in Lucas lead directly to Ethan’s death. Only after Ethan is gone does Richard learn the truth and begin to regret what he has done. Appearance: Around 45. A middle-aged man. Taller and more physically imposing than Ethan, with a strong, authoritative presence that feels intimidating and fear-inducing. A wealthy man who is used to being in control. Personality: Harsh, controlling, arrogant, emotionally cold, and self-righteous. Later broken by guilt and regret.

**VANCOUVER BASED ACTORS ONLY **PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT UNDER LEGALLY 18YRS OLD. Lucas Carter - Male / 18 to early 20s Richard’s adopted son. Raised in luxury by the Carter family, Lucas sees Ethan as a threat and manipulates the family to secure his place as heir. He frames Ethan, covers up his illness, and hides the truth about his death. He is the undisputed villain of the family. Appearance: Around the same age as Ethan. Slim, but healthy-looking. Should look well cared for and clearly come from wealth, with expensive clothes and a polished appearance. Needs to come across as sharper and meaner than Ethan, without Ethan’s soft or gentle look. Personality: Manipulative, jealous, calculating, cruel, performative, and deeply insecure underneath.

**VANCOUVER BASED ACTORS ONLY Margaret Carter - Female / 40s Ethan’s mother. She has doubts about Richard’s twisted way of raising Ethan and is often the first to sense that something is wrong, but she is never strong enough to stand against Richard. Because she keeps trusting Richard and Lucas over Ethan, she repeatedly fails to protect Ethan. Her silence and disbelief ultimately help lead Ethan to his death. Appearance: A middle-aged woman. Polished, wealthy, and refined. Should look like a high-status woman. Personality: Weak-willed and easily influenced.

VICTORIA ARANDA (68 años) Alias: "La Matriarca" Rol: Obstáculo — abuela de Sebastián y Felipe, fundadora del Grupo Aranda Descripción: Victoria Aranda construyó el Grupo Aranda desde cero. Llega al salón apoyada en un bastón con empuñadura plateada, y no necesita levantar la voz para que todo el mundo se detenga. Impone el matrimonio de Sebastián con los Noguera como condición estratégica; cuando él la desafía, no duda en suspenderlo de su cargo. Férreo criterio, inteligencia fría y lealtad absoluta al legado familiar. Es la figura de poder más respetada — y temida — del mundo Aranda.

FELIPE ARANDA (30 años) Alias: "El Hermano" Rol: Personaje secundario — hermano de Sebastián, segundo heredero Descripción: Entra a cuadro alineado con su abuela Victoria desde el primer segundo. Mientras Sebastián se rebela, Felipe representa la voz de la tradición Aranda: formalmente leal, calculador, y potencialmente traicionero. Con 30 años, es el heredero que espera en la sombra — y no siempre en silencio.

JAIME SALAZAR (50 años) Alias: "El Patriarca Salazar" Rol: Antagonista secundario — padre de Julia, vicepresidente del Grupo Aranda Descripción: Irrumpe en la sala flanqueado por guardias con la energía de quien lleva décadas ejerciendo su autoridad sin cuestionamiento: "¿Quién se atreve a pegarle a mi hija en mi empresa?" Representa la generación que construyó su posición dentro del sistema Aranda y no está dispuesta a perderla. Dominante, territorial, usa su cargo para proteger a Julia a cualquier costo.

PRÍNCIPE AMIR (35 años) Alias: "El Príncipe" Rol: Personaje secundario — figura de poder internacional aliada al Círculo Trueno Descripción: Entra al despacho de Helena "elegante y distinguido, vestido con el blanco tradicional de los Emiratos", y hace una profunda reverencia junto al General Virelli. Su presencia confirma la escala real del Círculo Trueno: no es un fenómeno corporativo local, sino una estructura reconocida internacionalmente. Pocos diálogos, máximo impacto visual.

GENERAL VIRELLI (50 años) Alias: "El General" Rol: Personaje secundario — figura militar aliada al Círculo Trueno Descripción: Llega junto al Príncipe Amir, con gabardina militar, y hace una reverencia profunda ante Helena. Su presencia amplifica el mensaje: el poder de Helena trasciende el mundo corporativo y alcanza esferas políticas y militares. Pocos diálogos pero de alto impacto.