"Her Tiny Hands" Short Film Needs Actors
Looking for three actors for “Her Tiny Hands” graduate short film. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Her Tiny Hands is a heartfelt story about a six-year-old girl growing up in America who cherishes a rare day with her busy immigrant father, only to uncover a secret that makes her question whether she still has a place in his life. Through her eyes, the film celebrates the warmth, beauty, and everyday richness of Kerala/Malayalee culture. Rate: Paid role. Compensation will be discussed with selected actors. Transportation, accommodation, meals, on-set supervision, festival credit & copy of film provided. Additional info: Location: Los Angeles, CA (Specifics TBC) Shoot: October 16–18, 2026 Will be distributed to Film Festivals When applying, please include: Name & age Current location 2 recent photos 30–60 sec introduction video Acting reel/portfolio (if available) Parent/guardian contact info for Rose
2 roles
SUPPORTING LEAD Fluent Malayalam and American English required Thomas is a first-generation Indian immigrant struggling with financial instability, an ill wife in India, and the responsibility of raising his young daughter He deeply loves his daughter but has become so consumed by survival that he struggles to be emotionally present
SUPPORTING Malayalam fluency required Suresh is the warm, generous owner of a South Indian restaurant in Los Angeles who has known Thomas and his family for years Having experienced the immigrant struggle himself, he genuinely cares for Thomas and Rose and quietly supports them
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