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‘ME, MY MOM & SHARMILA’ Open Casting Call

‘ME, MY MOM & SHARMILA’ Open Casting Call

NOW CASTING : ME, MY MOM & SHARMILA
Feature Film

Tigers Eye Pictures Inc

Telefilm Canada

ACTRA
**OPEN TO UNION & NON-UNION PERFORMERS – No Acting Experience Required**
Executive Producer: Damon D’Oliveira

Producer: Marc Tetreault, Jason Levangie, Andria Wilson

Director: Fawzia Mirza

Writer: Fawzia Mirza

Casting Director: Jesse Griffiths

Casting Assistants: Tanu Ravi, Leah Galloway, Shaunie Frontin
Audition Date(s): First Round By Tape

Callback Date(s): TBC

Shoot Date(s): Fall 2022/Winter 2023

Rate of Pay: ACTRA IPA/No Buyout

Location: Nova Scotia
 
[YOUNG AZRA] 12 to 18 (to play 14) years old, South Asian and Muslim, female. Must speak Urdu and be able to perform a North American English accent. The character is portrayed in 1989. Azra is 12-14 years old, awkward, and trying to fit in at her new school in the mostly white, rural town of Sydney, Cape Breton. She helps her mom at Tupperware parties, performs songs in Urdu on a cable access TV show dressed as a chicken, and starts to realize that she may like her best friend Jaya more than just as a friend. Please note, this character will be required to kiss another female actor of the same age. PRINCIPAL
 
[YOUNG ZAHID] South Asian, Muslim male, 14-18. Must have some conversational Urdu and English with a North American accent. The character is portrayed in 1989. Zahid is 16 years old, a cool kid, has his headphones and walkman on at all times. Zahid plays basketball and finds it easier to fit in at their new school than his younger sister Azra. He teases Azra, but deep down, he loves his family and is scared when their father has a heart attack. PRINCIPAL

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A non-union feature film casting call is now seeking a South Asian male actor for a principal role in the upcoming movie Import. Filming will take place in Belgrade, Serbia, with travel and accommodations provided by production.

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This is a compelling opportunity for emerging actors seeking international feature film roles and character-driven storytelling projects.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the character Seraj in a lead-supporting capacity

  • Perform scripted scenes in English and Dari/Farsi/Pashto

  • Collaborate closely with the director and cast

  • Participate in scheduled filming days and potential travel days

  • Bring authenticity and emotional depth to a migration-focused drama

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–25 (must be 18 or older)

  • South Asian (Afghan)

  • Must speak English and either Dari, Farsi, or Pashto

  • Strong acting ability with emotional range

  • Valid passport and ability to travel internationally

  • Available for approximately 12 days of filming (exact dates TBD)

Compensation

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  • $300 per travel day

  • $300 per hold day

  • $65 per diem

  • Travel and accommodation provided by production

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Job Description

An independent film production is seeking a Japanese actress in her 20s for an upcoming project filming in Toronto. The production is looking for a talented performer who is fluent in English and has prior acting experience.

This opportunity is ideal for a bilingual actress looking to work with an independent filmmaking team and contribute to a character-driven project. Selected talent will collaborate closely with the director and production team throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a leading or supporting character in an independent film

  • Deliver authentic and emotionally compelling performances

  • Perform dialogue fluently in English

  • Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members

  • Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled

Requirements

  • Japanese actress in her 20s

  • Fluent in English (spoken and conversational)

  • Previous acting experience required

  • Professional resume and demo reel

  • Ability to work in Toronto, Ontario

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  • Compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates

  • Opportunity to gain independent film credit

  • Experience working with a low-budget/independent film production team

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Job Description
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The scene will include interior and exterior filming, and selected talent must be comfortable portraying tough, street-style characters in a dramatic film setting. If you fit the age range and are available for the scheduled shoot date, this is a strong opportunity to work on a professional feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a thug character in scripted scenes

  • Participate in interior and exterior filming

  • Follow direction from the film’s production team

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  • Provide accurate sizing information for wardrobe

Requirements

  • Male actors

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  • Any ethnicity

  • Union or non-union

  • Must be a new face to the project

  • Available for scheduled filming date

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  • Submit full contact information and measurements

Compensation

  • Paid feature film role (rate based on union status)

  • Professional film credit

  • On-set experience in a major production

  • Opportunity to work in interior and exterior scenes

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Actor
Skills:
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Hi, My name is Vincent Di Lella. I am currently a student at George Brown college majoring in Video Design and Production. I am currently looking for three actors in order to make my short horror thesis film Method. I am looking for two men and woman, ages 20-30.

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09-23-2022

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