"#DTMUS" is inspired by true events which follows two African American teens who experience the pandemic in two different lights.

#DTMUS (Don't Tell Me Ur Sorry)

"#DTMUS" is inspired by true events which follows two African American teens who experience the pandemic in two different lights

High school senior, Zoie Prandy stands on the brink of a new chapter as she prepares for college. While packing, nostalgia washes over her when she stumbles upon a camera. This camera isnât just any regular old camera; itâs the camera that has shaped Zoieâs life as an aspiring filmmaker. However, as she faces uncertainties of the future, Zoie begins to question her passion for film, contemplating if it's time to leave it behind and embrace what lies ahead. Caught between the pull of her past and the promise of the future, Zoie grapples with conflicting emotions. Meanwhile, a mysterious portal unexpectedly appears in her bedroom, offering her an opportunity to revisit her memories. Embarking on a journey down memory lane, Zoie faces a pivotal decision: should she let go of the past forever, or hold on to it and remember the âwhyâ behind her purpose?

Remember

A young, high school senior is navigating uncertainties of the past and future as she packs for college.

When KJ goes missing without a trace, his babysitter Asia must consort an unconventional ally in order to find him before his father returns from a business trip.

Just In Time

When KJ goes missing without a trace, his babysitter Asia must cosort an unconventional ally in order to find him before his father returns from a business trip.

Clutching a heart-rending secret, Maggie Nguyen, a Vietnamese-American screenwriter, makes an unannounced visit home to reconcile with her mom. A bowl of braised pork pushes their bond to a breaking point.

Braised (Thịt Kho)

Clutching a heart-rending secret, Maggie Nguyen, a Vietnamese-American screenwriter, makes an unannounced visit home to reconcile with her mom. A bowl of braised pork pushes their bond to a breaking point.

Petting Zoo is about a young African-American professional named Rochelle, who is adjusting to her new role as Assistant Director while navigating a manager who creates a hostile work environment through micromanagement and microaggressions regarding the appearance of her natural hair. Rochelle must acknowledge these discriminatory actions and learn to stand up for herself.

Petting Zoo

An eager African American professional is looking for a smooth transition into her new role, but she must send the ultimate sign when her culturally insensitive supervisor who continuously crosses boundaries.

Three Nicaraguan-American artists from the Washington D.C. Metro area discuss growing up in two cultures and how it influences their art.

Dual Citizens

Three Nicaraguan-American artists from the Washington D.C. Metro area discuss growing up in two cultures and how it influences their art.

Budding producer, Tracy, and aspiring artist, Melody, are two twin flames who've hit it off professionally, as well as romantically. However, their relationship put to the test when they find themselves on opposite sides of a life changing decision. They must find a way to navigate their differences in order to finish a song by tonight.

Rhythm & Blues

A documentary highlighting how Black women are disproportionately impacted by HIV. Stacy shares her story of resilience and that their is life after a HIV diagnosis.

Red Reminds Me

The documentary follows Stacy's journey being diagnosed with HIV.

Through the compelling interviews of the lead prosecutor, the defense attorney and the police chief, âGuiding Lightâ tells the story of a young teen (Polly Hannah Klaas) in a small town in America who was kidnapped from her bedroom during a slumber party while her family was in the house. In "Guiding Light", India Mitchell, a teen growing up in the same town thirty years later brings a fresh perspective and highlights the importance of the legacy of this case to the continuing endeavor to keep children safe.

Guiding Light

An inspired young filmmaker weaves together past and present as she looks back on the legacy of the Polly Klaas tragedy that rocked the nation.

A young girl must hide at her mother's workplace but discovers a startling secret while wandering around.

Hiding Place

A young girl must hide at her mother's workplace but discovers a startling secret while wandering around.

The Lottery is a short psychological thriller. The film follows Jason, a young college student, as he reflects on winning a Powerball jackpot.

The Lottery

Jason, a young college student, reflects on winning a Powerball jackpot.

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