We have turned THE SUGAR SYNDICATE into a live-action kids' series!!
THE STORY: When a shipment of contraband, discontinued candy accidentally arrives at her house, a resourceful 10-year-old girl launches an underground candy empire from her kitchen to fund the ultimate summer waterpark trip, forcing her straight-laced older brother into a high-stakes corporate alliance.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Gemelli Films is listing all opportunities on this page. People will be able to claim roles and producer positions, which will be listed below as they are made available. All fees paid for roles and producer positions include a reimbursement plus a 10% Return on Investment (ROI) once the film is distributed. All acting roles will receive still photos and at least once clip of a scene that they are in for their portfolio. All producer positions will be named in any awards that this film received. All contributors (actors and producers) will receive 2 tickets to the premiere plus invitations to any screenings of the film.
THE PROCESS: Roles are listed below. THE SUGAR SYNDICATE will be filmed on Long Island throughout the rest of 2026. We hope for a Fall 2027 release on a streaming service or network. You are responsible for your own travel and accommodations.
THE REASON: The entertainment industry is very difficult to get into. By creating these opportunities, "regular" people can kickstart their careers, gain experience on a professional set, earn credits, and understand what it is like to be in the entertainment industry without any major risks. It's also difficult for children to get a leg up unless you know someone. Now your children can have a role in an actual series, being mentored by a former child actress turned successful writer-directoy-producer.
ROLES
Producer Positions
Executive Producer
You will receive a credit as "Executive Producer" in the opening and end credits, as well as be named as the Executive Producer for any major awards that THE SUGAR SYNDICATE is nominated for and/or wins. You will receive invitations and tickets to all screenings and premieres. You will be able to represent the production team in a variety of events, as well as come to set and provide input. ($10,000)
Producer
You will receive a credit as "Producer" in the opening and end credits of the film. Provide input on all aspects of the film and story: Help choose locations, wardrobe, etc. You will also be named as Producer in whatever awards the film is nominated for. Join the table read on Teams (or Zoom), and receive two tickets to all premieres and screenings. ($7,500)
Creative Producer
You will receive a credit as "Creative Producer" in the opening and end credits of the film. Give your input on the creative process of bringing this film to life. Work directly with the writer/director of the film to ensure that the film is both tense and entertaining. You will receive invitations to all screenings and premieres. You are welcome to come to set and provide input as we film. ($5,000)
Associate Producer
You will receive a credit as "Associate Producer" in the opening and end credits of the film. Join the very first table read over our video call (Microsoft Teams) as our cast reads the script together for the very first time and give feedback. As Associate Producer, you will receive tickets to all screenings and premieres. ($2,500)
Sponsorships
Producing a film has a lot of different elements. All of these elements cost money. We are allowing people and companies to sponsor some of the elements that we need to produce this film. Any person or company that sponsors a category will receive a credit for that category. (For example, if you sponsor catering, you would receive a credit of "Catering Sponsored By" plus the name that you want credited.) Thank you for your generosity!
Craft Services
Craft services are snacks and beverage provided on set for cast and crew throughout the day, such as granola bars and bottled water. Our days typically last 10 - 12 hours, so crafty is a must!
Breakfast Catering
It is industry standard to provide cast and crew with breakfast when they arrive to set. It is usually a simple breakfast that they can take with them while they get ready for the first shot.
Lunch Catering
It is also industry standard to provide lunch on set for cast and crew. This helps keep the cast and crew together in one location so that we can start on time after the lunch break and finish out our day strong.
CAST
The following actors are in the episode 1.1 of THE SUGAR SYNDICATE:
Rachel Reilly
as Connie Sinclair
Adora Villegas
as Michelle Sinclair
Parker Jacobson
as Emma
Bryan Mangam
as Tom
Jaynalie Rios
as Rayna
IrelandRose Johnson
as Grace
Avalee Carter
as Zuri
Bob Alongi
as Donald Lewis
Lyssandra Nieves
as Sienna
Ava Michele Hyl
as Heather
Callum Pozen
as Ian
Sailor Ross
as Felicity
Thank You to Our Sponsors
We would like to thank all of our generous sponsors.