The BLACKprint is a manifestation of American reality and also the way it’s been distorted on film when it comes to Black and Brown identity. This documentary aims to both recognize the damage the camera has done to my people and use visual storytelling to rebuild that image and remind everyone that Black is the Blueprint.
Sour (2023)
An silent film that follows college Co-ed Tyler Dupree, as she discovers that sometimes when life gives you lemons—or love interests—they're sour.
The Mail Room (2023)
When a young mail clerk encounters strange letters from a mysterious patron, she discovers a sad, love story that highlights one of America's biggest problems— medical racism.
Nulla Vox(2023)
This short, social thriller follows a young human rights activist named Malcolm Koffee who discovers that the American Dream is more of a waking nightmare. Inspired by Jordan Peele
Grow (2024)
Grow is a poetic video diary that traces the beautiful growth of the Black family from infancy to the grave. Life often passes like a flash early on but as you grow time slows and you have a second to reflect. Altogether this is a piece in which form matches content, giving audiences time to reflect on their own personal metamorphosis. Created by Ri Lane and my friend Simone Stokes
