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Audition for Movie "Douen" in DC

Washington, DC, United States
ID: 288103Exp: 7/31/2025
Description:

ONLY MD, VA & LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting actors for "Douen" Caribbean Folklore Horror Feature Film. See more details below. Rate: IMDb credit & film credit; Meals & refreshments during production; Invite to private cast screening (DC metro); A positive, drama-free work environment where every contributor is respected. Additional info: Union Status: Non-Union. Genre: Folklore Horror. Filming Locations: DC Metro Area (Hyattsville, Silver Spring, Takoma Park, MD). Start Dates: April 2026, May 2026. Most cast roles require authentic Caribbean accents from those of the diaspora (No exceptions). To be considered, please apply.

19 roles

MOMFemale40-59 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

[LEAD] Trinidadian. Personality trait similar to Lorraine Toussaint. Must have an authentic Caribbean accent (Trinidadian preferred).

BOYFRIENDMale23-27 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

[SUPPORTING] Must be able to flip from Jamaican to American accent (New York accent preferred by not required). Personality type to Joey Bada

VENGEFUL GRANDMOTHERFemale40-60 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

[LEAD] Personality traits similar to CCH Pounder. Must be able to speak in an authentic Caribbean accent (Trinidadian preferred).

BOYFRIEND'S MOMFemale40-59 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

[SUPPORTING] The lead character's boyfriend's mom. She is stern, yet supportive. Must have an authentic Caribbean accent (Jamaican preferred by not required).

BOYFRIEND'S DADMale40-59 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

[SUPPORTING] He is confident and supportive of his son. Must have an authentic Caribbean accent (Jamaican preferred by not required).

OLDER CARIBBEAN MANMale40-60 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

[DAY] Friendly but a bit on the creepy side. Must have an authentic Caribbean accent.

ADULT PERFORMERS WITH DWARFISMBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

[(LITTLE PEOPLE) - LEAD] With dwarfism or adult little people to portray Douen — folkloric beings. These roles are physically expressive, involving movement-based performance, stylized costuming, and elements of creature work. To accurately reflect the appearance of Douen, applicants must be of similar height to a small child (typically under 4’6").

PSYCHOLOGISTFemale30-49 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

[SUPPORTING] Must be of Caribbean-American descent. The character must have an authentic Caribbean accent and have the ability to switch from Caribbean to American when appropriate.

FEMALE DOCTORFemale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

[DAY] Calm and collected. Best fit for someone comfortable switching from gentle to demonic.

FEMALE FRIENDFemale20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

[DAY] Confident, sensual, and always craving the spotlight. Talent must be comfortable portraying a seductive character, but please note: there are no sex scenes, nudity, or explicit content in this role.

STILT WALKERSMale18-59 y.o.All ethnicities

[LEAD] Experienced stilt walkers to portray Moko Jumbies. Caribbean background is preferred but not required. This is a physically demanding and highly symbolic role integral to the film’s cultural and visual identity.

EXTRASBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

[DAY] Extras are needed for the grocery store and doctor’s waiting room scenes. While a Caribbean background is not required, it is preferred and considered a plus.

VIDEO STREAMERBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

[(CONTENT CREATOR) - DAY] Actor to portray a fun, energetic YouTube-style content creator for a scene involving a jump scare. Comfortable speaking directly to camera in a casual, vlogger-style delivery is essential. Ability to quickly shift from excitement to fear in a believable and expressive way.

MAN IN ELEVATORMale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

[DAY] Tall, dark, and handsome. Professional and well put together, wears a well-fitted black suit and black-framed glasses. This is a short elevator scene with quick conversation.

HETEROSEXUAL COUPLEBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

[(AFFECTIONATE SCENE) - DAY] Male and Female actors portray a heterosexual couple in a short, tender scene involving light physical affection (specifically hand holding and a brief peck on the lips). A real-life couple is strongly preferred to ensure natural on-screen chemistry and comfort during the scene. Actors must be comfortable with the level of intimacy described. There is no nudity or explicit content. Please note whether you’re submitting as a real couple or acting partners.

FEMALE ACTORFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

[(ARGUMENT SCENE – 1 LINE) - DAY] For a short, emotionally charged scene involving a verbal argument. The performance should convey tension, frustration, and emotional depth in a short span of time. Must be comfortable portraying heightened emotion in a realistic, grounded manner.

MALE ACTORMale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

[(ARGUMENT SCENE – NONVERBAL) - DAY] For a short, emotionally intense scene involving a silent argument with a female character. Strong emotional range and expressive physical acting are key to conveying frustration, disappointment, or shock with dialogue (not recorded).

LATINO MALEMale20-29 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

[DAY] Latino male actor to portray a Panamanian-American character who is charming, outspoken, and thrives on being the center of attention. Ideal for someone with bold personality, comedic instincts, and natural stage presence.

FEMALE RADIO HOSTFemale18-56 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

[(CARIBBEAN) - DAY] Caribbean radio host. Must have an authentic Caribbean accent. No preference on the accent/island, except that it must be authentic. This is a remote role.