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Student Film Casting | Sol and Isla [Closed]

Producer: Dayna Murray

Seeking: M/F, Gender Non-Conforming Actors, 18-50 y/o (See Character Breakdown)

For: Student Production 

Institution: Savannah College of Art and Design

Course: Film 452 | Preproduction Lab: Story/ Development

Title: Sol and Isla

Genre: Adventure, Drama, Romance

Logline: In Trinidad and Tobago a secret romance between two young women unravels after an intimate photo is discovered, leaving one of them to choose between separation or love.

Character Breakdown:

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SOL: Female, early – mid 20s, Dougla-West Indian.

Sol is unapologetically herself at just 16 years old she moved out of her single mother’s home as her sexuality was rejected staying true to herself. By 18 years old she was emancipated- legally and soulfully carving out her independence. Although Sol is free spirted and remarkably confident life on her own in a small Caribbean village was not easy. She struggled countless of times but learned through trial and error as her resilience and fearless spirit carried her through. Now at 21 years old, she owns a sustainable coconut business which is a testament to her endurance and her deep-rooted island culture. Additionally, she has built a surrounding community that feels more like family to her than the one she left behind. The name Sol represents freedom, perseverance and fortitude.

ISLA: Female, late teens – mid 20s, Afro-West Indian

At heart, Isla is a gentle soul as she moves through the island with softness that masks her inner strength. As she carries the weight of her mother’s recent passing with whom she shared a close bond, Isla is not her usual self. Her father’s grief has hardened into distance and strictness as she strives to look past it and care for him even though it means hiding her true self and dimming her light. Yet with Sol she finds relief- finally being able let her guard down and break those barriers, Sol brings out the best in her and lets her embrace who she truly is. Her love for Sol grows more than just affection it festers into an escape, a refuge, offering a small glimpse of the life she truly desires but believes she cannot achieve without compromising her relationship with her only parent left.

ISLA’S FATHER: Male, early 40s – 50s, West-Afro Indian.

A proud traditional man that obtains the weight of grief, duty and societal expectations. Rather than expressing concern to his daughter with warmth he prefers structure and discipline. Yet, it was not always like this- Since the loss of his wife he has developed distance and he struggles to reconcile his love for his daughter Isla with the stern values he upholds.

Application Format: Online Submission

Submission Deadline: Saturday 13th December, 2025 | 11:50PM

Preparation: Interested persons are asked to submit ONE (1) CLOSE UP and ONE (1) FULL-LENGTH photo of your (No hats. No sunglasses. No filters. You face must be clearly visible),  along with the following:

  • Name
  • Height
  • Contact number
  • Email Address
  • Talent Resume (if you have one)
  • Demo Reel (if you have one)
Disclaimer: Kindly be advised that the client retains the right to either close or extend the application deadline at their discretion and without prior notification.

Production Credits: 

  • Director: Dayna Danielle
Disclaimer: This opportunity is shared as a Casting Publication by the Trinidad and Tobago Performing Arts Network. Please note that we are not directly involved in the casting process; our role is limited to sharing information provided by the production company. While all applications are submitted through our website, any follow-up inquiries should be directed to the production company listed in the casting notice or to the contact details provided in the confirmation email you will receive after submission.

Shooting Begins: 22nd February, 2026

Compensation: $100 USD – $500 USD, One Time Payment (Depending on Role)

Additional Information: This is a self-funded student film project created as part of an academic requirement. 

This casting notice was submitted by: Dayna Danielle