Actor (m/d) as "Souleymane" for a student graduation film

The production "Sakeenah" is a graduation film from the ifs Cologne. The short film is about a Senegalese family in Germany who run a bookshop and mourn the death of the family father Souleymane. Our protagonist Idrissa, the eldest son of the family, has finally received his school-leaving certificate and must now decide whether he wants to live up to his mother Astou's expectations or follow his own dreams.
"Sakeenah" tells a story about the paralyzing power of grief and is particularly aimed at those who know what it feels like not to be seen.

Contact: Sophie

Souleymane was Idrissa's father - a quiet, proud, yet gentle man. He provided for his family, was their solid anchor and the heart of the home. With his warm and open manner, he quickly made contact with people and made everyone feel heard and seen. He had a passion for books. He wanted to pass on knowledge and education to his children, and so he ran the family bookshop with dedication. When he died, the warmth in the family died too. Idrissa was only 16 years old at the time and the loss not only left a void, but also a coldness that can still be felt today. We are looking for a Senegalese or West African actor between 35-50 for this role.

Please find attached the project folder as well as an excerpt of the script for a self-tape. We are at your disposal for further information.