Little Zulema

About the Job

LITTLE ZULEMA — MINOR (6-8) Supporting — Major Flashback Role 6 years old. The child version of our protagonist, featured in the film's pivotal opening flashback — a complete, emotionally devastating scene that sets the engine of the entire story. Thin, quiet, watchful; clutches a ragged doll throughout. Over one continuous sequence she watches her mother pack to leave, slowly realizes she is being left behind while her baby brother is taken, and fights — with a child's logic and a breaking heart — to be chosen (“Then take me.” “Why him?” “Don't say that if it's not true.”). This is a substantial, dialogue-heavy dramatic role, NOT a background child part. Requires a young actor who can carry raw, restrained heartbreak and hold the screen opposite adult actors. Largely the emotional foundation the audience returns to again and again. MAJOR child role — NOT background. Plays the 6-year-old Zulema in the film's pivotal opening flashback: a complete, dialogue-heavy emotional scene in which she watches her mother pack to leave, realizes she is being left behind while her baby brother is taken, and fights to be chosen (“Then take me.” “Why him?” “Don't say that if it's not true.”). Must hold raw, restrained heartbreak and carry the scene opposite adult actors. Seeking a young actor with real dramatic ability and emotional availability. Self-tape: a quiet, sad/longing moment preferred. Female · MINOR 6–8 · Latina/Hispanic · Strong dramatic ability REQUIRED · Guardian / work permit required · SAG-AFTRA / Non-Union