Job: London. Casting Call for Black Actress to Play "Charmaine" in "Through the Lens"!
About the Project / Job:
‘Through the Lens’ is a poignant short film that explores the enduring bonds of family, separation, and the resilience that can be found in unexpected places; the story begins with the sudden deportation of a father to Nigeria. Left behind, the mother struggles to keep the family together. We follow Segun as he goes to Nigeria to reunite with his family.
Genre: Drama
Director: Seyi Sanyaolu
Producer: Kwaku Ankomah
Contract Type: Micro budget film (Short film)
Character:
Charmaine, 24
African/Nigerian Accent
About the Character:
Charmaine is a joyful Jamaican woman; her spirit, infused with the rhythms of Jamaica, resonates with the bustling energy of the city. She dreams of becoming a social worker in London.
Amidst the urban pulse, she crosses paths with a Nigerian man named Yinka and falls in love; his charisma and warmth instantly draw her in. Their relationship is a fusion of Jamaican and Nigerian traditions that colors their lives with a unique vibrancy.
She encounters a Nigerian woman named Funke through Tunde, whose strength and grace mirror her own. Their bond deepens swiftly, evolving every day into a friendship that surpasses cultural differences. They find solace in each other's company, weaving a tapestry of shared stories, laughter, and heartfelt conversations. Charmaine is a strong black woman who has big dreams to make it; she's the black sheep in her family.
Location & Date:
London, UK
December 10, 2023
Job Rate:
Unpaid.
How to Take Part:
Please send headshots and showreels.
If you meet the above criteria, please apply today via your profile. Please attach recent photos and also write your name, age, location, and contact details when you send your application. - D.
