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Mei is too cool for her family. Her little brother is annoying, all the dumpling-making is embarrassing, and she’s in a bad mood because she failed her driver’s test again. Good-natured, but constantly caught between her self-consciousness, family traditions, and a desperate desire to just fit in like a “normal” American teen. Mandarin Speaking Preferred. Valid Driver’s License preferred. Must be comfortable with basic stunts, such as chasing, grappling, and driving a vehicle with a stunt coordinator on set. Must be comfortable working with a dog. LEAD. Pays $250/12h + 10% agency fee.
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Mei
Trauma Dumpling
$250/12h + 10% agency fee
Woman, Non-Binary Person
18 - 25
SAG-AFTRA, Student Film
Short Film
10/13/2025
New York City
About the Job
Mei is too cool for her family. Her little brother is annoying, all the dumpling-making is embarrassing, and she’s in a bad mood because she failed her driver’s test again. Good-natured, but constantly caught between her self-consciousness, family traditions, and a desperate desire to just fit in like a “normal” American teen. Mandarin Speaking Preferred. Valid Driver’s License preferred. Must be comfortable with basic stunts, such as chasing, grappling, and driving a vehicle with a stunt coordinator on set. Must be comfortable working with a dog. LEAD. Pays $250/12h + 10% agency fee.
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