If They Knew

Production Company
Vancouver Film School
Director(s)
Carel Joy Lazo
Casting Director(s): 
Carel Joy Lazo
Union Status
Non-Union
Project Type
Film
Student Production
Yes
Compensation Details

This production is a student film and non-union. All work is volunteer.

Shoot / Performance Date(s)
November 13th to 14th
Shoot / Performance Location(s)
Port Coquitlam
Submission Deadline
Monday, October 13, 2025
Submission Instructions

Please submit headshots with the role you’re interested in to iftheyknewfilm@gmail.com and slides will be sent back. After, you may submit a video of your audition.

Project Synopsis
The day after Annalise picks up her freshly heartbroken best friend Christian from his ex’s place, Annalise tries to cheer him up with her usual antics and playful wisdom. When she brings up a time when Christian cared for her at her lowest, realizations of potential romantic feelings rush in their heads.
Additional Information & Safety Protocols: 

4-minute short film
-There is no on-screen intimacy (kissing, hugging, etc…). However, actors must be comfortable with holding onto wrists and being in close proximity with each other.
-The actress for Annalise will have one scene laying on the floor.

Character 1
Christian
Age
Early 20's
Gender
Male
Description
Christian is a very soft spoken and gentle person; yet when frustrations are high, he’s not afraid to let those feelings be known to those closest to him. His recent break up with his ex-girlfriend however has left him lost, leading him to look for any form of affection that’s in front of him.
Character 2
Annalise
Age
Early 20's
Gender
Female
Description
Annalise is your typical manic pixie dream girl. She sees the world through a playful lens, leading to her not taking many situations seriously. Although this attitude helps her keep a positive world view, she tends to be blind towards any other types of feelings.