Bittersweet

Production Company
Capilano University
Producer(s)
Lyra Murphy
Director(s)
Eva Michell
Casting Director(s): 
Elliott J Fisher
Union Status
Non-Union
Project Type
Film
Student Production
Yes
Compensation Details

Volunteer

Shoot / Performance Date(s)
March 14th March 15th March 16th
Shoot / Performance Location(s)
North Vancouver
Submission Deadline
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Submission Instructions

Please email your resume and headshots to bittersweet.theshortfilm@gmail.com
We will send you the sides for a self tape.

Project Synopsis
Bittersweet is a film about a grief-stricken man, a gang of girl guides, and their unlikely collaboration. 4 months after his wife’s passing, Wilson and Ella strike a deal - Wilson will help Ella achieve her final cookie badge if in return, he is left alone. During their efforts to sell 50 boxes of cookies, Wilson is pulled through his grief by Ella and her posse, one girl guide cookie at a time. After all this time spent alone, Wilson learns to live again, and realizes the unconditional love and support his community has for him.
Character 1
CAROL
Age
30-40
Gender
Female
Description
Ella’s Mom. Carol is kind and compassionate, wanting the best for people in her small community. She puts in effort to include everyone, despite their struggles.
Character 2
AMELIA
Age
7-11
Gender
Female
Description
(Open ethnicity) As the documenter of the troop’s activities, Amelia is also very passionate about her work as a “Youth Scout”. She carries a polaroid camera to document every challenge, every sale, and every moment. (NON-SPEAKING)