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Love Wins Film Fest Screens "Darn It Darla" in Long Island NY on May 3, 2025
Next stop for my film, "Darn It Darla!" We’re screening Love Wins International Film Festival on Friday, May 3 at 6PM in Long Island, NY!
Tickets are available now at darnitdarla.com or directly via the Love Wins Festival website. Don’t wait — seating is limited!
“Fame demands its dues.” I had the honor of directing this dark comedy — and playing Blake, the manipulative talent manager working the industry from the shadows.
LOGLINE: A former child star fights for a
Walid Chaya
11 hours ago

Walid Chaya Attends The Hollywood Arab Film Festival 2025 for "Darn It Darla" Screening
Grateful to share my movie “Darn It Darla!” on closing day of the Hollywood Arab Film Festival - HAFF! It was an unforgettable screening surrounded by friends, cast, crew, and so much love.
Thank you to everyone who came out to support — your presence meant the world.
Amazing to finally have my co-star and dear friend Quincy attend and see our film on the big screen, to a packed audience!
Walid Chaya
1 day ago

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 9


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 3


One-Act Comedies Take the Stage at Studio for Performing Arts LA to Support the California Fire Foundation – March 2025
This past Saturday, El Centro Theatre in Hollywood was filled with laughter and purpose as Studio For Performing Arts LA presented two one..
Walid Chaya
Mar 5


SPALA Presents: Walid Chaya Showcases Comedy Plays in Hollywood to Benefit the California Fire Foundation – March 2025
Last Saturday, El Centro Theatre in Hollywood buzzed with energy as Studio For Performing Arts LA presented two uproarious one-act comedies
Walid Chaya
Mar 3

Walid Chaya Shines in ‘Magic Hour’ Premiere at Santa Barbara Film Festival Feb. 2025
The 40th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival kicked off with a bang this year, and one of the standout moments was the world...
Walid Chaya
Feb 26

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 in LA Weekly for 'Darn It Darla!' Award-Winning Film Feb. 2025
The dark comedy short film “Darn It Darla!” made a triumphant kick off at the Central Coast International Film Festival (CCIFF) this month..
Walid Chaya
Feb 10


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 in Level Up Magazine for Award-Winning Film "Darn It Darla!" Feb. 2025
Darn It Darla! made a bold and memorable debut at the Central Coast International Film Festival (CCIFF) this month, earning Walid Chaya...
Walid Chaya
Feb 7


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


Walid Chaya On-Screen in "Magic Hour" Feature Comedy at Santa Barbara Film Festival February 2025
Watch Walid Chaya with Miriam Shore in the World Premire of MAGIC HOUR, an Official Selection of the Santa Barbara Film Int'l Festival.
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
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