Inspired by a poem written in 2023, this film explores how the clock governs us, creating an ever-present anxiety. Coloniality sustains Western dominance through normative values, knowledge, and power structures—time itself being one such construct. It dictates every aspect of our existence, embedding control into daily life.

Explores hegemony as a cultural construct rather than a natural order, using memory to reveal the irrationality of Western dominance. It challenges perspectives, reconstructing mindsets and spaces by questioning how hegemonic ideals are threatened by the Black subconscious. Adella Rankine, named after poet and scholar Claudia Rankine, represents the tension between internalized colonial influence and self-awareness. Andy Kipling, inspired by Rudyard Kipling and The White Man’s Burden, embodies calculated control, using invasive methods disguised as understanding. Informed by The Whiteness Project by Whitney Dow, his character reflects how power rationalizes its own dominance. Currently in its seventh iteration, this work-in-progress seeks to interrogate how decolonization manifests—through rebellion or mere existence.

A 48 hour film.

Be Yourself explores Blackness, identity, and self-acceptance through a dialogue with Petey Greene’s How to Eat a Watermelon. Combining archival footage with reenactments, the film reclaims the watermelon—a symbol tied to complex histories—as a metaphor for authenticity and resilience

After the Tone explores memory, family, and time through voicemail recordings, baby photos, and archival footage. At its core, my mother’s voice echoes across time, asking what I want for Christmas as scenes of my toddler self and brother unfold. Kaleidoscopic visuals and layered effects transform these fleeting moments into a dreamlike meditation on personal history. Distorted and fragmented imagery mirrors the way memories blur and shift, capturing its beauty.

This project explores the creation of a nature-inspired soundscape, blending organic sounds with artificial and unexpected noises. Juxtaposing the familiar with the unfamiliar, it transforms conventional perceptions of the natural world. Visually, it draws from Fauvism’s bold use of color, dynamic compositions, and expressive distortions—taking inspiration from artists like Henri Matisse and André Derain. Fauvism, which emerged between 1905 and 1910, is known for its intense hues, vigorous brushwork, and simplified yet striking forms outlined in dark tones. By reinterpreting nature through this vivid and altered lens, the project invites viewers to experience the environment in a new and heightened way, challenging notions of reality and perception.

Now & Forever is a Medical Film that displays the struggles individuals face after their loved one passes. This film is a product of the 2022 24-hour film competition at the Ampersand International Film Festival.

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