Production Company: DOUEN LLC

Seeking: Male Actors, 6 – 8 y/o (see character breakdown)

For: Feature Film

Title: Douen

Genre: Folk/ Fantasy, Horror

Logline: DOUEN – a Caribbean folklore horror story.

Sania must confront her family’s dark past and generational trauma when she becomes haunted by supernatural Caribbean entities who force her to face her grandmother’s vengeful curse.

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Character Breakdown:

JR: Male, 6 – 8 y/o, Afro-Trinidadian. Playful, and full of boundless energy — the kind of child who seems to run on an endless battery. He spends his time playing and darting around the hanging clothes with his sister, Lystra, bringing a lively, mischievous spirit to the space.

Casting Note: Actors based in or near South Trinidad are strongly preferred, as filming will take place on location in Palo Seco.

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Application Format: Virtual Auditions via Zoom (Online submission required)

Submission Deadline: Thursday 12th February 2026 | 10AM

Zoom Auditions: Thursday 12th February 2026 | 4PM – 7PM

CASTING NOTE: Please note only selected candidates will receive invitations to the virtual auditions. Further details regarding the virtual audition will be provided exclusively to those who have been shortlisted.

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Preparation: Please submit a short video of your child introducing themselves and sharing a memorable or exciting experience they’ve had. This will help us get a sense of their personality, confidence, and how they engage on camera.

Interested persons also are asked to submit ONE (1) CLOSE UP and ONE (1) FULL-LENGTH photo of their child (No hats, no sunglasses, no filters or AI augmentations. We want to see HIM. His face must be clearly visible) along with the following information.

• Actor’s Name
• Actor’s Age
• Actor’s Height
• Actor’s Talent Resume (if they have one)

• Parent/Guardian’s Name
• Parent/Guardian’s Contact Number
• Parent/Guardian’s Email Address

NOTE: Please submit up to date headshots, or photos that look as close to how your child looks now. If/When they are selected, we want them to look as close as possible to the headshot you submitted.

CLICK HERE for Video Submission Guidelines

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.

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Production Credits: 

Director: Alyscia Cunningham (US)
Cinemotographer: Dylan Quesnel (TT)
Unit Still Photographer: Faith Ayoung (TT)

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.

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Shooting Date: Friday 13th February, 2026

Time: TBD (4-5 hours required on set)

General Location: Palo Seco

Compensation: $50 USD (one time payment)

Additional Benefits (Non-Financial): Talent will be provided with a meal and refreshments on the day of filming. Participants will also receive both on-screen and IMDb credit for their involvement in the production, and will be invited to attend the film’s premiere at the AFI Theatre in the United States on November 1, 2026.

This casting notice was submitted by: Alyscia Cunningham