Officer Anne - calm, experienced, visible signs of fatigue A Canadian police detective. Late thirties. Steady, capable, and utterly exhausted though she’d never admit it. There’s a quiet discipline in the way she moves. Anne possesses a kind of heavy stillness that comes from years of experience. She doesn’t complain. Ann’s face is calm, but her eyes have a distant look. She listens more than she speaks. On the job, she’s sharp and deliberate. Fair to a fault and unwilling to be drawn into anyone’s drama. Ann’s life runs on small rituals like her morning coffee in silence.

Ashley - Sharp, edgy, charismatic A high school student with a fascination for the dark and the dramatic. She thrives on gossip and the thrill of knowing secrets, using humor and attitude as armor. The kind of girl who makes everything sound like a story worth listening to. She’s not afraid to push buttons or make people uncomfortable if it gets a reaction. The friend you adore but never fully trust.

Bella - Trendy, restless, magnetic Bella is a high school student who lives through her phone. She’s always scrolling, posting, editing her screen is both her mirror and her armour. Obsessed with TikTok, fashion and staying just ahead of whatever’s next. Her look changes week to week as she’s a chameleon of style.

Wilson - Large build, gentle, fearful of change Wilson grew up in a small town in Northern Canada. Described as large-framed he needs to be physically intimidating, overpowering. His hands grip the steering wheel a little too tightly as if letting go might make everything fall apart. Wilson discovered a money making opportunity as an intermediary agent for overseas students studying in Canada. This system has no strict guidelines and a language barrier that makes it difficult to regulate. WILSON had good intentions as he thought he was making money while helping underprivileged children. He repeated the same behavior: showing up, taking jobs, getting in trouble, and running away to open a new place. But when he began to realize that other students who had sent James to school had disappeared, he became afraid and became an "accomplice." He chose to flee again, but it was too late

Kate - hollow, traumatized, withdrawn Kate is a traumatized teenager with a withdrawn and hollow demeanor. Her eyes are red like she hasn’t slept properly in weeks. She moves as if she’s learning how to be in her own body again. Awkward and fragile. Everything feels hard to navigate like things are too bright or too loud.She is overwhelmed easily. It’s been months since she was found barefoot and covered in mud at the edge of the woods but there’s still something of that wildness of the forest within her.

SOC role featured in the opening sequence of the film NORA - Light haired, physically expressive Actor should have a strong sense of movement and body awareness. Dance or physical theatre background is a plus as the role demands expressive, precise physical control to portray possession sequence. NORA is an 18-year-old high school student who carries the quiet ache of being on the outside looking in. Ethereal. Fragile at first, then feral. She’s a little offbeat and open hearted. A day dreamer. There’s a softness to her that later turns cold and unsettling as the story darkens. There’s a duality as she begins as relatable and ends as something otherworldly. The girl who never quite fit in until something else decided to take her place.

Amable, bondadoso y gentil. Piensa en los demás antes que él mismo. Fue obligado a madurar muy rápido poco después de cumplir la mayoría de edad, cuando, tras un accidente, perdió a sus padres y tuvo que convertirse en el tutor de su hermana menor. Por eso, vive con el miedo constante de que la vida le arrebate a más personas. Ama profundamente a Emma; sería incapaz de lastimarla. Extraña a su bebé, pero vive su duelo en silencio, por temor a hacerle daño a su esposa; quien nunca ha tocado el tema de la pérdida desde que sucedió. CONSIDERACIONES: - Se busca un actor con formación y/o experiencia en actuación para cine, que pueda entregarle complejidad al personaje - El actor puede tener menos de 27 o más de 33, si puede aparentar 30, que es la edad real del personaje

Ethnicity: Mixed. Age 10, soft-spoken, observant, and often caught between the chaos of the adults around him and his opinionated friend's. Often sketching in his notebook, Malcolm finds comfort in comic books, hanging out with his friends and is often lost in thought conceiving his own fantasies. The role requires an actor with a wide range of facial expressions, a curious yet imaginative personality with the capability of improve, and the ability to connect with a animatronic Malcolm experiences: moments of wonder (discovering the Phoenix); frustration and disappointment (his parents’ arguments); quiet confidence, curiosity, and emotional vulnerability. This is a performance-driven role with several somber scenes, including moments of stillness, imagination, but also playful bliss amongst other children. Please note these scenes contain mild coarse language.

Austin is a young, exhausted single father barely holding things together. He loves Malcolm but expresses it through sarcasm, deflection, and frustration. He’s not “mean,” but his life pressure leaks into every interaction. Actor must balance comedic irritation, dramatic weight, and warmth that’s buried deep but still visible. Strong naturalistic acting required, nothing theatrical. Chemistry with a child actor is essential.

Ethnicity: Black or Mixed. Monet is grounded, tired, and carrying the emotional load of parenting. She’s stern but deeply loving. Actor must deliver grounded emotional realism. Sharpness in arguments, gentleness with Malcolm. The role is brief but pivotal; Monet provides emotional clarity and anchors the adult world.

Benji is loud, cocky, and performative. The kind of kid who thinks he runs the block. Underneath his energy is insecurity. Actor needs confident comedic timing, rapid-fire delivery, and the ability to play bluster without going cartoonish. Occasional swearing is required. This role has mild coarse language.

Uzair is sweet, gentle, and anxious. A soft-spoken friend with a noticeable stutter. He’s the sentimental counterbalance to Benji. The actor must be able to deliver a light stutter naturally (or authentically if the actor already has one), and bring emotional honesty. Sensitive casting preferred. Please note these scenes contain mild coarse language.

A warm, slightly eccentric older vet who interacts with Malcolm like he’s a serious client. She brings light humour and grounding realism. Actor must have an approachable, gentle demeanour and good comedic subtlety.

Ethnicity: Black. Nancy is a Caribbean grandmother full of attitude, blunt honesty, and chaotic love. She scolds with flair and comedic timing. Actor must bring charisma, rhythm, and an elevated but real Caribbean auntie/grandma energy. Strong comedic instincts required.

[CJ] Male, 30s. CJ is a local drug dealer who exchanges drugs for money from Longer's Uncle Jay on a regular basis. When Longer is in the hospital, CJ is surprised to see Polly making the rounds, and intimidates her until Longer's cousin Cuz unexpectedly comes to her rescue. Irritated with Uncle Jay for hogging the supply chain from CJ, CJ and his guys raid Longer and Polly while they're on their way to CJ's house and steal all Uncle Jay's money...PRINCIPAL *This role has 2 tentative days*

[CHANTAL] Female, 18-22 (Talent to look 18). Chantal is an ex-sledder who lost one foot and several toes off the other due to an accident with her sled going down into a frozen river. Formerly friends with Polly, Chantal is bitter and angry about her accident… PRINCIPAL *this role has 1 tentative day* Seeking Snowmobiling stars with large social media following

[CUZ] Male, 20s, a sketchy but solid DIY mechanic covered in prison tats, Cuz is Longer's cousin, who agrees to fix Polly's busted snowmobile for her. Later, Cuz is in a drug house where Polly is making money for drugs exchange with CJ, and he gets her out of a tough spot. Cuz is there when Polly buys a brand new snowmobile for herself, and he's also there when she stoically sells her crappy old one to him...PRINCIPAL *this role has 2 tentative days*

[BANGMAN'S DAD] Male, 50s, the father of Polly's nemesis Bangman, Bangman's dad is outraged when he sees his shed (with the snowmobiling equipment) is on fire, and that clearly Longer and Polly have set it. He and his son follow Polly and Longer to the bar, where they're ready for a violent confrontation...PRINCIPAL *this role has 2 tentative days*

[BRENDA] Female, 50s. Brenda is besties with Deb, Polly's grandmother. Brenda plays VLT slots with Deb and hangs out with her in the trailer. When Polly tells Deb she's pregnant, Brenda provides Polly with a (horrible) drink that will abort the pregnancy, telling her honestly that it's gonna feel like hellfire. Later, Brenda is with a trucker dude when she realizes the two people bringing them their drugs are Polly and Longer...ACTOR *This role has 4 tentative days*