Frank and Candice, two Hollywood hopefuls, are sent back in time to the era of Gone with the Wind by the evil Dick Whitman, an old-school studio exec. They desperately try to find a way back to the present but keep getting stuck in movies of the past, being cast as token Black characters. As they struggle to navigate the wild and wacky realities of the era, they find themselves in increasingly absurd situations and must confront their own identities and desires.

117 Years of Movie Bullsh*t

Two aspiring Hollywood actors are sent back in time, where they find themselves trapped in classic films as token Black characters. As they search for a way home, they confront outdated stereotypes and uncover the force keeping them stuck in Hollywood's past.

Three girls field all sorts of personalities on dating apps in this absurdist comedy.

Casting Call

Three friends navigate the unpredictable world of dating apps, encountering a series of unforgettable personalities in this offbeat comedy.

On the eve of Father’s Day, a bricklayer-preacher named Stack juggles two job sites and one Sunday sermon — all within 48 hours. Set in Cleveland, this short film captures the rhythm of faith, fatherhood, and the quiet grind that holds a family together.

Stack

Set in Cleveland, this short film follows a bricklayer and preacher as he balances work, family, and faith over one Father's Day weekend, revealing the quiet dedication that holds his family together.

ENJOY YOUR VISIT is a dark comedy drama. Kara, a trained actress, steps into the role of an enslaved housemaid at the historic home of George and Martha Washington. But when she uncovers the harrowing fate of the real woman she’s playing, she decides it’s time to go off script.

Enjoy Your Visit

Kara, a trained actress, takes on the role of an enslaved housemaid at George and Martha Washington's historic home. When she uncovers the real woman's tragic story, she challenges the script and confronts the legacy of the past.

CUMING OUT echoes a struggle I grappled with, a desire to experience what I deemed “normal” aka straight, sexual (mis)adventures in the context of viewing my own bisexuality as something to be ashamed of. Kennedy’s journey is my own- a messy, awkward, and ultimately triumphant embrace of self. This film sheds light on the often overlooked experience of coming out as a Black bisexual woman, steering away from the sensationalized or overly sexualized portrayals of bisexuals often seen in mainstream media. Instead, it focuses on relatable moments filled with very real cringe-inducing awkwardness, heartfelt revelations, and genuine introspection. 
 Simultaneously, I’ve witnessed firsthand in the men around me how personal insecurities clash with the rigid expectations of Black masculinity, creating a pressure cooker of unspoken emotions and performative strength. I want to create a film that dismantles these walls using the sharpest tool I know: humor. Growing up, humor was more than a coping mechanism- it was a shared language for cracking open tough conversations and confronting unspoken fears we were often too scared to seriously say out loud. 
 Through humor and heart, CUMING OUT subverts traditional rom-com expectations by presenting a love story between a man and a woman that doesn’t hinge on romance. It challenges stereotypes and common tropes, offering a mirror for those who have faced similar struggles and a window of understanding for those who haven't. At its core, CUMING OUT is a reminder that the journey to happiness isn’t a straight path, but a series of twists and turns that starts with embracing who we truly are. - Jasmine J. Johnson (Writer/Director)

CUMING OUT

A young Black bisexual woman embarks on a humorous and heartfelt journey of self-acceptance, challenging expectations of identity, love, and masculinity along the way.

LAUGHING THROUGH IT SHORTS - 117 Years of Movie Bullsh*t / Casting Call / Stack / Enjoy Your Visit / Cuming Out

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