Gentleman's Laughter Club

Production Company
Vancouver Film School
Producer(s)
Vansh Nagra
Director(s)
Rachel LeJeune
Casting Director(s): 
Vansh Nagra & Rachel LeJeune
Union Status
Non-Union
Project Type
Film
Student Production
Yes
Compensation Details

Unpaid. Catering, craft service, IMDB credit, and demo reel. footage provided.

Audition Location
Online Only
Shoot / Performance Date(s)
March 18th-20th, 2025
Shoot / Performance Location(s)
Greater Vancouver Area
Submission Deadline
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Submission Instructions

Please submit resume, headshot, and demo reel (if applicable) to glcshortfilm@gmail.com and indicate which role you’d like to be considered for. Self-tapes due by February 23rd

Project Synopsis
A struggling comedian, Martin, gets the opportunity of a lifetime when he gets the chance to compete in a high-stakes comedy competition. Desperate to get a break, he marches forward only to discover the sinister truth behind the competition. Trapped in an exploitative nightmare, Martin learns the true cost of fame and fortune.
Character 1
Martin Dupont
Age
25-35
Gender
Male
Description
Martin is a young man trying to chase his dream while getting the family he lost back together. Martin loves cracking jokes and being light-hearted. His now separated wife Tina, could never get Martin to take things seriously and set actual goals that can push their family into a successful life. Martin wants to prove that his dream can provide enough for him and his family. Martin is a young man trying to chase his dream while getting the family he lost back together. Ever since Martin was a young boy, he loved making people laugh. He always cracked jokes and had an optimistic approach to life. His light-hearted demeanor led to his separation with his wife Tina, as she could never get Martin to take things seriously and set actual goals that can push their family into a secure and successful place. If Martin can prove that his dream can provide enough, then he can have a chance at getting his family back. Being incredibly set on his goals, it makes him blind to any red flags that may come his way.
Character 2
George
Age
35-45
Description
George is a wealthy comedy club owner with a side hustle in illegal organ harvesting that ties into the black market. George has a repulsively charming personality that gets people to trust him easily. George knows he’s high class, but his energy spills vile vibes that will be oblivious to others.
Character 3
The Doctor
Age
35-45
Gender
Male
Description
The Doctor is a medically licensed surgeon that is deep in debt and takes a side job of illegal harvesting organs to pay off his student loans from medical school. After doing the side job of organ harvesting for a while, he’s paid hid debt off, but the money is too good for him to stop.
Character 4
Comedy Club Extras
Age
19-35
Gender
Male
Description
The crowd consists of comedians and audience members that attends the Gentleman’s Laughter Competition. The comedians and crowd that just wanting to hear some good jokes are all on in the twisted nature of the club. Their goal is to help create an illusion for Martin, so that he keeps his guard down. If you have jokes to tell or love to hear jokes, please inquire through submission instructions. These roles are beneficial to the story because the audience is all in on the joke, a.k.a. competition.