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We are currently casting for WHERE I AM, an intimate and poetic visual art short film exploring memory, time, identity and the emotional impact of dementia. CASTING We are looking for: ELLA — Lead Role An elderly woman living with dementia. The film explores Ella’s changing perception of reality as memories from different periods of her life begin to overlap with the present. We are looking for an actress who can portray vulnerability, warmth, complexity and emotional depth through subtle and natural performance. MAYA — Supporting Role Ella’s daughter, who is navigating the emotional challenges of caring for her mother while witnessing the changes dementia brings. We are looking for someone able to bring emotional sensitivity and a strong connection to the character. YOUNG ELLA — Supporting Role Ella as a young girl, appearing through memories and fragmented moments from her past. This role involves innocence, emotion and physical storytelling. Ballet/contemporary DANCER — Movement Role We are also looking for a ballet dancer to be part of the film’s visual storytelling. Dance and movement will play an important role in representing memory, emotion, youth and identity. Professional and emerging dancers are welcome to apply.
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Hello, As a danseuse of 16+ years, I understand the profound language movement holds - especially when reinforcing emotion and identity. I genuinely appreciate the direction of your project and believe my skillset aligns seamlessly with your casting needs. From ballet to contemporary, I can bring to life the story that dance holds for dementia - memory, emotion, youth, and identity. This opportunity to unite my creative passion with my professional skillset, handling complex projects as a Full-Stack Developer, is something I'm really excited about. It would be an honor to help you create this poetic film that shines a light on dementia through beautiful storytelling. Watching loved ones battle this disease has given me deep emotional sensitivity to the subject matter and a unique perspective that I have sought to utilize artistically in order to raise awareness around it. With respect to the other roles, while I may not fit the exact mold required for Ella or Maya (given my ethnicity), my range as a creative allows me to bring genuine warmth, empathy, and understanding which are essential qualities for the supporting roles too - all these garnished with unquestionable professionalism and timeliness throughout our collaboration. I'm passionate about producing high-quality work that resonates with people, just like your film aims to do, and ensuring a positive partnership experience along the way. Let's merge our skills - your bea Thanks!
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I have extensive experience combining Google Vids and CapCut for advanced video production. I use Google Vids for rapid AI prototyping, script outline generation, and initial text-to-video storyboarding. Once the structure is ready, I transition the project into CapCut, where I perform high-end timeline editing, cinematic color grading, frame rate optimization (up to 60fps), and complex multi-track sound design. This workflow guarantees that your poetic short film will have a strong structural narrative combined with flawless visual execution
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Hello, I’m Fariya Yesmin Akhi, a Digital Creative & Web Professional with 3+ years of experience in video editing, AI video production, visual storytelling, and digital creative work. I’m very interested in being considered for WHERE I AM. The project’s intimate exploration of memory, identity, time, and emotion particularly caught my attention. I understand that this story requires subtle, authentic visual expression rather than exaggerated performance. My background in video production has given me a strong understanding of emotions, body language, visual storytelling, timing, composition, and how small details can communicate a powerful feeling on screen. I’m comfortable working creatively with directors and adapting to a specific artistic vision. I’m also experienced with promotional videos, cinematic editing, motion graphics, AI video production, and storytelling-focused visual content. I would bring dedication, professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong willingness to understand the character and emotional world of the film. I’m open to discussing which role would best match my abilities and would be happy to provide any additional information required for the casting process. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Markzeno I’d love the opportunity to contribute to this meaningful and visually poetic project. Best regards, Fariya Yesmin Akhi
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Why I’m right for this: • Formal training in acting & performance • 10+ years professional acting experience • Emotional depth & nuanced character work • Experience portraying vulnerability and complex relationships • Strong ability to convey internal states through subtle performance • Comfortable with intimate, poetic narrative work • Background in creative direction helps me understand visual storytelling For MAYA specifically: I can bring emotional sensitivity, authenticity, and a deep connection to the caregiver’s experience—navigating love, loss, and helplessness while supporting someone changing before your eyes. For YOUNG ELLA: I can embody innocence, emotion, and physical storytelling—portraying memory fragments with authenticity and presence. Availability: Flexible schedule for filming sessions. Available for rehearsals and production timeline. Let me know: • Preferred audition format (self-tape, Zoom, in-person) • Script/sides for preparation • Timeline & location Looking forward to exploring this intimate project. Federica @xfexfexfe
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I've been writing poems ever since I started forming memory. I am a part time poet and full time poet. I really connect with the idea as a person who's studied neurotoxicology as I know what and how dementia can play around one's life. And I love to play with words so win win.
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