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Title: Homeland
Storyline: 'Homeland' is a 10-minute silent short film shot in black and white, with select moments highlighted through color and stylized visuals.
Paying tribute to the visual poetry of classic silent cinema, the film brings a contemporary lens to themes of immigration, ambition, and quiet perseverance.
The story follows a hopeful couple building their dream home from the ground up—only to find their vision threatened by unseen systemic barriers.
With no spoken dialogue, the film depends entirely on expressive physicality and emotional presence to convey its message. It is a story of subtle transformation: from hope, to struggle, to quiet resilience.
The project is a visually driven narrative seeking performers who can express layered emotions with subtle gestures and stillness, perfect for actors drawn to artistic, emotionally rich projects.
Payment details: Paid role + meals + credit
Where did this casting call come from?
No experience needed, but non-verbal acting strength and physical expression are essential
Male 30 to 44
Husband. A warm, grounded man with builder’s hands and dreamer’s eyes. Must convey a powerful emotional arc—hope, frustration, and acceptance—without a single word
Female 30 to 44
Wife. Calm and supportive, portraying a pregnant woman (not actually pregnant). Must express emotional depth through stillness and gaze. A quiet strength who observes more than she says
