**HOME LESS** is an independent short fiction film about Tommy and Sab, two young men who have both lost their mothers but deal with loneliness in different ways. Tommy has come to Amsterdam to discover more about his deceased Dutch mother and her heritage. Sab lives on the streets and has also lost his mother.

The project asks what it truly means to be *homeless*. Additionally, the film explores the prejudices people may hold against the homeless and shows how easily someone is forgotten behind their circumstances.

When Tommy and Sab meet unexpectedly, a special friendship develops. The film is about loss, loneliness, friendship, and the need to belong somewhere.

HOME LESS is an independent short fiction film about Tommy and Sab, two young men who have both lost their mothers, but deal with loneliness in very different ways. Tommy has come to Amsterdam to learn more about his late Dutch mother and her roots. Sab is homeless and has also lost his mother.

The project explores what it truly means to be home less. It also explores the prejudices people can have towards those experiencing homelessness, while showing how easily the person behind their circumstances can be overlooked.

When Tommy and Sab unexpectedly meet, an unlikely friendship begins to grow between them. The film explores themes of grief, loneliness, friendship, and the human need to feel like we belong somewhere.

What we offer
An opportunity to work with me on an independent short fiction film and gain practical experience within a small, creative team. Everyone working on the project will, of course, receive a mention in the credits for their contribution.

My goal is to make a meaningful short film that everyone who worked on it can be proud of, that can potentially be used for a portfolio or showreel, and that we can submit to film festivals.

An opportunity to collaborate with me on an independent short fiction film and gain hands-on experience within a small, creative team. Everyone involved will, of course, receive credit for their contribution.

My goal is to create a meaningful short film that everyone involved can be proud of and potentially use for their portfolio or showreel, as well as submit to film festivals.

Type
Studentenproductie

Location
Amsterdam

Description
🎭 Two male actors, approximately 18–25 years old, for the roles of Tommy and Sab
🎥 Cinematographer / Cameraman — currently one of our top priorities
🎬 Director / Co-director — someone who wants to develop the visual and creative direction of the film together with me
🎧 Sound Engineer / Sound Designer
✂️ Editor / Montage Maker
🎨 Other enthusiastic filmmakers and creatives who would like to contribute to the production

At the moment, finding the two actors and a cinematographer/cameraman is my top priority, because these roles are essential to get the project off the ground.

The most important thing to me is that this becomes a collaborative project. I would like to listen to the creative input of others and develop the film further together. Whether you have a lot of experience or are just starting out, if you are passionate about filmmaking and want to create something meaningful, I would love to hear from you.

🎭 Two male actors, approximately 18–25 years old, to play Tommy and Sab
🎥 Cinematographer / Camera Operator — currently one of our biggest priorities
🎬 Director / Co-Director — someone interested in developing the visual and creative direction of the film together with me
🎧 Sound Recordist / Sound Designer
✂️ Editor
🎨 Other enthusiastic filmmakers and creatives who would like to contribute to the production

At this stage, finding the two actors and a cinematographer/camera operator is my main priority, as these roles are essential to getting the project off the ground. Most importantly, I want this to be a collaborative project. I would love to hear other people's creative input and develop the film together. Whether you are experienced or just starting out, if you are passionate about filmmaking and want to create something meaningful, I would be very happy to hear from you

Period
Autumn 2026 / in consultation.
Shoots preferably take place in Amsterdam and are scheduled based on the availability of the cast and crew.

Autumn 2026 / flexible and to be discussed.
Filming will preferably take place in Amsterdam and will be scheduled based on the availability of the cast and crew.

Spoken / language requirements
English

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