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Casting Call for "Misafir" Film

Fairfax, VA, United States
ID: 292311Exp: 9/28/2025
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The upcoming short student movie "Misafir" is now looking for Turkish and Turkish-American actors. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: When a mysterious guest appears on her birthday night, Deren must uncover the buried grief between her mother and grandfather before the evening ends and their final chance at reconciliation slips away. Rate: This project is unpaid. Meals + credit provided. Travel to Haymarket, VA, may be provided. Additional info: Rehearsals: Sep Online/In-Person in Fairfax, Virginia; Shoot Dates: October 3rd - 5th in Haymarket, Virginia. To be considered, please apply.

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7 roles

DEDEMale50-60 y.o.All ethnicities

Dede is Deren’s grandfather and Ceyda’s father. A quiet, soft-spoken man who carries regret beneath the surface. Though he doesn’t force conversation, he’s open to it and quietly hopes for reconciliation with his daughter.

CEYDAFemale30-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ceyda is Deren’s mother, a woman carrying deep, unresolved grief. She is furious to see her father at the party; they have been estranged for years. Emotionally charged and layered.

DERENFemale18-22 y.o.All ethnicities

Deren, determined to make peace between them, finds herself confused by a mysterious guest. She’s headstrong, especially with her mother, and driven by a deep need to resolve the family conflict.

KATFemale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Kat is a mysterious, cat-like fantasy figure. She moves with feline grace (quirky, slightly unsettling, and deeply intriguing). She speaks with the intimacy of someone who knows the family inside out. This character has heavy face makeup.

ZEHRAFemale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Zehra is Deren’s cousin, who is just like her sister. She’s energetic and fun to be around. With her dependable personality, she tries to make this day a bit easier for Deren by keeping the guests occupied.

ELIFFemale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Elif is one of Deren’s close friends. She is casual, quick-witted, and playful. She's part of the lighthearted energy in the friend group.

SERAPFemale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Serap is Deren’s close friend. Outgoing and curious, she steers the group’s dynamic.