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Dark Comedy ‘Darn It Darla!’ Wins HRIFF People’s Choice Award, Featured in Vents Magazine – April 2025
The dark comedy short film Darn It Darla! continues to impress on the festival circuit, most recently taking home the Best Comedy Short...

Walid Chaya
Apr 6


Walid Chaya's "Darla!" Film in Cali Post for People's Choice 'Best Comedy Short' at HRIFF April 2025
The critically acclaimed dark comedy short film Darn It Darla! continues to make waves on the festival circuit, securing the Best Comedy....

Walid Chaya
Apr 6


Hollywood Arab Film Festival Screens "Darn It Darla!" by Walid Chaya April 2025
Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya
Apr 2


Walid Chaya Featured in Voyage LA’s ‘Rising Stars’ Series
Today we’d like to introduce you to Walid Chaya
Hi Walid, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers

Walid Chaya
Feb 12


Walid Chaya's Film "Darn It Darla!" Official Selection at Indo Dubai International Film Festival February 2024
Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya
Feb 8


Walid Chaya Wins Best Male Director at Central Coast Int'l Film Festival for "Darn It Darla!" February 2024
The film took home an award last weekend from the CCIFF. Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film: fame demands its dues.

Walid Chaya
Feb 4


Hollywood Reel Ind. Film Festival Screens "Darn It Darla!" by Walid Chaya March 2024
Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya
Feb 4


LA International Film Festival Screens "Darn It Darla!" by Walid Chaya March 2025
Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya
Feb 4


Central Coast Int'l Film Festival Screens "Darn It Darla!" by Walid Chaya February 2024
Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya
Jan 30


2 Nominations! "Darn It Darla!" by Walid Chaya Screens at Los Angeles International Short Film Festival December 2024
Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya
Dec 28, 2024


American Golden Picture Int'l Film Festival Awards "Darn It Darla!" by Walid Chaya 'Honorable Mention' Best Fiction Short
Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya
Dec 27, 2024


IndieX Film Festival Awards "Darn It Darla!" by Walid Chaya 'Outstanding Achievement Award' Dark Comedy Short
Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya
Dec 21, 2024


Casting VIP Judy Bouley CSA Class + Consult: Pre-Pilot Season Dec 2024
Judy Bouley is a global expert who has worked on iconic films and with legendary directors and stars, who also loves teaching actors!

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Nov 10, 2024


Walid Chaya In Conversation with Voyage LA, July 2024 Interview
Walid Chaya In Conversation with Voyage LA, July 2024 Interview

Walid Chaya
Jul 3, 2024


Commercials Class: Casting VIP Lisa Pantone + Consult on July 18, 2024
Back by popular demand, this two-part package comprises an in-person acting masterclass led by Casting Director Lisa Pantone followed by...

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 10, 2024


2 Film Directors Class: Roxy Shih (Emmy-Nominee) & Tim Nackashi (Sundance, Dua Lipa)
This package includes an in-person acting masterclass with two film directors and a personalized online career consultation with Walid Chaya

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 5, 2024


Meet 3 Film/TV Agents & Mgmt. on June 20, 2024 at LA Rep Showcase
This two-part package includes an in-person acting showcase with four talent reps and a personalized online career consultation with Walid..

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 2, 2024


Ep 12 "Roxy Shih's Emmy-Nominated Filmmaker Journey" Lights Camera Convo Podcast
Join us as we dive into the dynamic career of Roxy Shih, a Taiwanese-American director making a mark in film. Nominated for best directing..

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Apr 19, 2024


"Darn It Darla" A Short Film By Walid Chaya Coming Soon
Plans are underway to adapt “Darn It Darla!” into a short film, produced and directed by none other than Walid Chaya himself.

Walid Chaya
Apr 2, 2024


Ryan Luevano, Manager & Writer (Guest Bio)
Ryan Luevano is known for Timewriter, Shoot Ma! (2010) Experience Magic (2011) and 57 Bus. Ryan M. Luévano is a multifaceted talent in...

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Feb 3, 2024
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