HAMDA FERCHICHI (male lead)

Hamda Ferchichi is a talented actor from Switzerland with comprehensive training at Schauspielfabrik GmbH (2024–2025). He has taken part in notable projects such as Unbearable (2025) and Traces Of What Remains (2024–2025), and impresses with his versatile stage presence and his ability to shift between different character types—from charming to intense.

Hamda also has theatre experience, including productions such as The Picture of Dorian Gray and Miss Julie, and works successfully in advertising as well, including the “Holzbau Schweiz” campaign (2024). In addition to acting, he is active as a podcast host, offering valuable insights into the creative industry.

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LAURA WILLEN (female lead)

Laura Willen is an emerging actress from Switzerland. From 2023 to 2025, she gained valuable stage experience at the Stage Academy of Switzerland in Zurich and will continue her training in 2026 with a Bachelor’s degree in Acting and Performing Arts at the Drama Academy Switzerland. Alongside her academic education, she continuously develops her skills through coaching and mentorship with experienced professionals from the local industry, as well as through specialised programmes such as the Swiss Model Academy and American Standard.

Laura has already built a strong network within the local film and theatre scene and impresses not only with her creative versatility and passion, but also with her reliability and high level of commitment. She is a valuable asset to any production.

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CLAUDIO TROY (supporting role)

Claudio Troy is a Swiss actor who has made a name for himself as a character actor. He has appeared in numerous short films and has already received commissions from various television networks. Claudio Troy has Italian roots. He completed his acting training at the Stage Academy in Switzerland and currently studies at Studio Cinema International in Rome.

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LEYLA CHYKULINA (supporting role)

Leyla Chykulina is a talented actress and emerging filmmaker from Zurich, Switzerland, with Kenyan, Indian, and Russian heritage. With her diverse background and extensive acting experience, she brings a deeply personal and compelling approach to her roles. Leyla has already completed the short film The Magic Trick and is currently working on her second project. She is also training at the Ivana Chubbuck Studio to further refine her craft.

She is regarded as one of the brightest rising talents in the local film scene and is highly respected within the industry. Leyla brings not only presence and energy to every project but also delivers intense, mysterious performances that seem tailor-made for her. Her versatility has already been recognized, including awards for her imitation of the Joker from The Dark Knight, highlighting her remarkable stage presence.

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STEFANIE LACHER  (associate producer)

Stefanie Lacher is an associate producer and actress from Basel, known for her role and her work as a producer on the short film Dead Memories (2026). Stefanie, who has Filipino roots, completed her acting training at the Actors Academy in Los Angeles. In the Basel film scene, she is a respected figure, particularly for her long-standing involvement with the Filmhaus association, where she has taken on a leadership role. She has also actively contributed to the success of the Gässli Film Festival.

Stefanie is a true powerhouse—both behind the scenes and in front of the camera. She brings both strong organisational skills and creative passion to every film project.

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