
Human Simulation - Standardized Patient
At first glance, playing a patient to help train future doctors, nurses or pharmacists may seem like an unusual branch of the acting profession. And yet, for the…
Martin Blais
I’m a bilingual Canadian actor based in Montreal and represented by LMO Talent. I work in French and English across film, television, theatre and voice. My approach to acting is grounded in presence, listening, instinct and precise character work.
Recent work includes the lead role of Luc in Ricochets, presented at the Fantasia Festival in 2026. I also played the Concierge in Netflix’s The Recruit, with additional roles in Indéfendable, Classé Secret and STAT. My work on Zack Snyder’s 300, filmed in Montreal, was one of the formative experiences that led me toward acting professionally.
My ongoing practice draws from on-camera acting, improvisation, movement and theatre. Physical work plays an important part in how I approach a role: rhythm, behaviour, presence and connection with a scene partner. My professional work also includes voice and narration, alongside selected independent projects developed as a writer, producer or director.
Explore my projects, training, interactive acting resume, video reels and audio reels. My screen credits are also listed on IMDb. For professional inquiries, I am represented by LMO Talent; you can also use the Contact page.

At first glance, playing a patient to help train future doctors, nurses or pharmacists may seem like an unusual branch of the acting profession. And yet, for the…

Welcome to my website. This is where I share my latest projects, the causes I support and the developments in my life and career.

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