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GERMANY: Asian actors (f) 20-27 | (m) 45-65, English spkrs, for short film in Dieburg [NP]
Casting Overview
Casting Asian actors for roles in a no-budget short film titled ”4€ Water Bottle (working title).
Synopsis: A father and daughter go on a trip together for the first time in a long while. It’s also the father’s first time visiting Europe. Both want to have a good time, but they end up having a big fight in the hotel room. The father keeps nagging and complaining out of concern for his daughter, while the daughter feels upset and frustrated that her efforts aren’t being acknowledged. Although they are family, the two share very different values shaped by culture and generation, and they live completely different lives.
Shooting Location: Dieburg, Germany
Shooting Date: 11th of June 2025
Non paid roles.
Roles
ROLE: Daughter
Female, 20s
Ethnicity: Asian (or Asian descent)
Language: English proficiency required
Accent: English with a slight Asian accent, a mixed Asian-Western accent, or a full Western accent (American, British, or any other European)
Appearance: Western-influenced style, reflecting a blend of cultural backgrounds
Experience: Open to non-professional actors
Character: She studied and grew up in Europe apart from her dad. She organized the trip but feels sad and annoyed that her efforts go unrecognized. Also she becomes even more aware of the differences between her and her dad. Instead of expressing her emotions directly, she shuts herself off emotionally, avoids conversation, and expresses her frustration through passive-aggressive behavior.
*Please let us know your Basic personal details (name, age, location, ethnicity, contact information), Languages you speak, Previous acting work or video clips (preferably in English, if available), Recent headshot or a clear photo (if available)
ROLE: Dad
Male, 45s–60s
Ethnicity: Asian (or Asian descent)
Language: English proficiency required (English with an Asian accent preferred)
Appearance: Natural look preferred; no strict requirements
Experience: Open to non-professional actors
Character: Dad feels guilty for not being there during his daughter's tough study abroad experience. On the trip, he notices many drawbacks of Europe, thinking about how these difficulties have affected his daughter. He constantly worries but expresses his concern mostly through complaints and nagging rather than open support or understanding. His frustration comes out as criticism and persistent fault-finding instead of gentle care.
*Please let us know your Basic personal details (name, age, location, ethnicity, contact information), Languages you speak, Previous acting work or video clips (preferably in English, if available), Recent headshot or a clear photo (if available)
If you have any comments on this casting,
contact us with reference:
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