Type

Film (Feature)

Location

Fayette County

Content

Set in a comedic yet touching narrative inspired by true immigrant tales, "Hotel, Motel & Patel" chronicles the journey of an enterprising Indian family who relocates to America in pursuit of their dreams, only to end up managing a dilapidated motel in an isolated location.

Faced with demanding guests, cultural misunderstandings, eccentric relatives, and surprising friendships, each day brings its own mix of chaos and laughter. The Patel family must balance tradition with modernity, business with emotions, and familial pride with personal aspirations, all while discovering the true meaning of belonging.

Brimming with vibrant characters, sharp humor, and heartfelt moments, this film encapsulates the challenges and resilience of individuals who have left their homeland to forge a new one. Ultimately, as the dust settles and the neon "VACANCY" sign flickers for the final time, the story delivers a resonant message.

Dates

Filming August 10 - September 10. Primarily filming in Lexington, Kentucky and Atlanta, Georgia.

Union Job

No

Apply By

17:00 - 26th July 2026

Roles

David

Male Only 55 - 70

Margaret

Female Only 30 - 50

Roles Details

Title

Margaret

Content

White American female, 40s. Polite, grounded, and quietly humorous, Margaret is a dog owner who becomes unexpectedly entangled with Vinod’s eccentric yoga group. She is respectful and good-natured, often reacting with understated comedy to the absurdity around her. Her storyline lightly supports Vinod’s comedic yoga subplot, particularly through interactions involving her dog, Bruno. Margaret adds subtle humor and realism, balancing the more exaggerated comedic elements of the sequence.

Salary

$250 / day (no duration provided)

Ethnicities

White

Gender

Female Only

Age

30 - 50