Chara Dela - Director

A SOULFUL storytelling

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Chara Dela

Artist | Director

Step into my world of creative storytelling and soulful connection

I was born to create. Every cell of my body, every corner of my heart to the depths of my soul, lives and breathes for creative expression. My spirit soars when it creates - it aligns with a higher self that is limitless. My heart is on fire when it’s inspired. In my inner world, experiences revive through the most vivid sensations and most raw perceptions. Art is the greatest form of psychoanalysis, the most powerful healing journey and the most soulful source of self and social connection. - Chara Dela

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LIFE IS WHAT WE CREATE - JOIN ME ON A JOURNEY OF CO-CREATING EXPERIENTIAL LEGACIES.

Bio

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Chara Dela was born in the island of Cyprus by a Cypriot mother and a Greek father and she identifies as Middle Eastern - Mediterranean European. She lives in Athens, Greece, for the past 20 years of her life.

She is an active performer since the age of 12. She took several theatrical, acting, music, dancing and singing classes during her teenage years, when she was casted in several singing & acting gigs.

In 2003 she landed her first international role on TV, in Berlin-Germany, as a leading lady in Lou Reed’s and Vanessa St. James’ Music Video Clip - Sunday Morning. (Aired on MTV Europe).

She is particularly drawn into Method Acting and portraying challenging & multidimensional roles for film.

She sings in Greek, English, Spanish, Arabic and Italian.

She’s passionate about old school 90's, Flamengo Electronica, R&B, Soul, Jazz and all time classics soundtracks.

She is experienced in choreographing R&B, Soul and film instrumental genres.

Chara is a citizen of the world working from around the globe, from more than 3 continents. Her soul is therefore ultimately inspired, and her calling for creation is now aligned with her purpose at its strongest motivational state.

Performing Skills

Singing

Voice Over

Method Acting

Alto - Lower Range - Contralto

Choreography

Script Writing

Photography

Film Instrumental | R&B | Soul

Film | Book Adaptation

Stats & Styles

• Hair - Brown

• Eyes - Brown

• Height - 5'7"

• Middle Eastern - European,

Mediterranean

Languages

Greek

English

Spanish

German

Education

BA Hons. Mass Communication & Media Arts - Film & TV Directing

Queen Margaret University

Concentration: Film Analysis, Method Acting & Cinematic Storytelling

BSc. in Marketing & Communication

Athens University of Economics & Business

Specialization: Strategic MarCom, Personal Branding, Digital Design,

History of Arts, Visual Arts, New Media, Psychology.

Masterclass in Script Writing for Film

Nikos Panagiotopoulos, Ianos

Focused on the psychological aspects of storytelling, delving into the art

of suspense, subtext, and building tension.

Masterclass in Acting for Film

Manos Gavras, Athens

Mastering on-camera acting techniques, exploring character development, emotional authenticity, and the nuances of on-screen performance.

Main Directing Gigs

“8” Short Film

Drama

film festival

2013

SAN FRANSISCO

GR FILM FEST

2015

Based on a true story & the power of forgiveness, “A new beginning always requires an ending.”

The Discordant Harmonica

When our inner child is motivated and resilient it becomes our compass to fulfilling our destiny.

Greeks Abroad

A documentary following the financial crisis in Greece, and the lives of expats who fled abroad.

Movie Stills

Credited Film Work

“8”

Writer | Director | Producer

In order to get over the unbearable and unfair sudden death of her twin sister, Melina has to heal first her inner wounds through a "what goes around comes around" life scenario. The film is based on a true story.

10th Day, By Vasilis Mazomenos

Art Department

Ali, an Afghan Muslim, lives in Athens Greece. He is trying to get access to the western dream, surrounded by memories of his homeland, his trip to Europe and his «nightmares».

Red Hulk, By Asimina Proedrou

Continuity Director

Yorgos lives on his own in Athens. He lacks purpose, self-confidence, identity and peer acceptance. He fills the void by becoming the 'Red Hulk', as he is known at his football team's fan club. Until the day he gets involved in racial violence, entailing new problems and dilemmas.

The Man who fed his shadow M. Garefos

Assistant Director

A man intrudes on rich people's dinners claiming that he can collect the food from their table and feed his shadow which, curiously enough, is a female figure. A multi awarded short directed by M. Garefos. Starring Dimitris Imellos, Maria Kitsou and Michalis Giannatos.