For the short drama film De Lucht Is Paars, the end-of-year film by filmmaker and cinematographer Kamiel van de Kruijs, we are looking for actors for various roles.

The film is expected to run for 10 to 15 minutes and will serve as an important cinematic calling card for Kamiel, through which he wishes to showcase his style and qualities as a filmmaker. The production therefore places a strong emphasis on cinematography, lighting, color, and production design.

Color blindness is central to the film, both in terms of content and visuals. Kamiel is colorblind himself and wants to create something from that personal experience with this film. By juxtaposing different color perspectives, we want the audience to experience how the same world can be perceived differently by different people.

SYNOPSIS

Ten-year-old Manu dreams of becoming a pilot. When he discovers that he is colorblind and that this could stand in the way of his future as a pilot, he desperately tries to find a solution. When those attempts fail, his grandfather, who is also colorblind, helps him realize that it is okay to see the world differently from the people around you and gives Manu a nudge in a new direction.

What we offer
We offer the opportunity to collaborate on an ambitious short film with a strong focus on cinematography, color, and visual storytelling. De Lucht Is Paars is being developed as Kamiel van de Kruijs's final-year project and is intended as an important calling card for his future work as a filmmaker and cinematographer.

The production is unpaid, but travel expenses are reimbursed and catering is provided during the filming days. Additionally, you will of course receive the final footage for use in your own portfolio or showreel.

We strive for a professional, pleasant, and engaged set where cast and crew work together on a film that attempts to create something special, both in terms of content and visuals.

Type
Semi-professionele productie

Location
Eindhoven

Description
ROLES

MANU – LEADING ROLE
Gender: Male
Playing age: 10–12 years

Manu is a curious, creative, and determined boy with a great fascination for airplanes. He dreams of becoming a pilot later in life, but discovers that he is colorblind and that this could stand in the way of his dream. Manu is sensitive and can easily be hurt by what others think of him, but at the same time, he has a strong will of his own.

For this role, we are looking for a young actor who can convincingly convey enthusiasm and wonder as well as frustration and sadness.

TOON / GRANDPA – MAJOR SUPPORTING ROLE
Gender: Male
Playing age: 60–70 years

Toon is Manu's understanding grandfather. Just like his grandson, he is colorblind and therefore knows what it feels like to perceive the world differently from the people around him. He takes Manu seriously and helps him, in a calm, sometimes slightly humorous way, to look at his situation differently.

For this role, we are looking for someone with a natural, trustworthy presence who can establish a strong emotional connection with a young co-star.

SUUS / MOTHER – MAJOR SUPPORTING ROLE
Gender: Female
Playing age: 30–40 years

Suus is a caring, involved, and protective mother. When she discovers that her son is colorblind, she tries to prepare him as honestly as possible for the limitations that may come with it. However, her good intentions clash with Manu's determination not to give up on his dream so easily.

The role calls for warmth and sincerity, but also for the ability to subtly portray the worry and powerlessness of a parent.

TEACHER – SUPPORTING ROLE
Gender: Female
Playing age: 30–50 years

The teacher is Manu's enthusiastic and positive teacher. During a whole-class assignment, she encourages her students to think about what they want to be when they grow up. For this smaller speaking role, we are looking for someone with a natural, friendly, and believable demeanor as a teacher.

AUNT – SUPPORTING ROLE
Gender: Female
Playing age: 30–40 years

Manu's aunt and Catherine's sister. She attends the baby shower shortly after Manu's birth and has a familiar and lighthearted bond with her family. It involves a small speaking role for which we are looking for a natural and warm demeanor.

Period
FILMING PERIOD

📍 Eindhoven area
📅 December 2 to 5, 2026

A maximum of three full shooting days will be scheduled within this period.

For Manu, Toon (Grandpa), and Suus (Mother), we request availability for the entire filming period from December 2 to 5.

For Juf en Tante, it involves one day of filming. The exact day will be confirmed after the casting.

Spoken / language requirements
Dutch

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