Shili Munyama is a Namibian filmmaker, creative director & producer and cultural strategist focused on building the infrastructure and ideas that shape the future of African storytelling.

He is the Founder and Creative Director of Creative South Productions, a media company rooted in culturally relevant film, commercial production, original intellectual property and creative development. His work explores the intersection of identity, culture, contemporary African life and visual storytelling. With a background spanning filmmaking, photography, creative direction, and production, Shili approaches creativity through a systemsthinking lens - looking beyond individual projects toward the institutions, platforms and ecosystems needed to help African creatives build sustainable careers and tell stories on their own terms.

His long-term vision extends beyond production into creative infrastructure: studios, cinemas, cultural events, workshops, research and development and platforms that create opportunities for the next generation of African storytellers.

At the core of his work is a simple belief: African stories deserve to be told with ambition, authenticity and the infrastructure to last.

Yolanda Hoskey is a multidisciplinary artist from East New York, Brooklyn, working at the intersection of photography, film, and mixed media. Her practice is driven by a deep intentionality toward storytelling around Black identity Her work interrogates national mythology and the distance between how communities are seen and how they see themselves. Trained in Theatre Arts and Film, she treats every image as a constructed scene, staged, composed, and narratively deliberate, using the tools of performance to reclaim rather than simply document. 

Hoskey is a 2026 ARTWorks Fellow at the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, a 

2026 Women Photograph mentee, a 2025/26 BRIClab Artist in Residence, and a 2024 Magnum Foundation Fellow. In 2025, she received the International Photographic Council's Rising Star Award, presented at the United Nations. 

Dir. Statement  

I am interested in how we associate strength and femininity, particularly as it pertains to Black bodies. This question did not begin in the gym. It began at home, watching my mother age, and watching how the world treated her once she could no longer care for herself. That experience left me with a set of questions I could not put down: what do we owe age, what do we owe beauty, what do we owe femininity when it comes to strength, and what ideas and notions do we place on Black bodies, especially Black women's bodies, without ever asking if they are true. 

Nicole's story felt like an answer to those questions, or at least a challenge to them. She began bodybuilding in midlife, at a point when the world tends to stop looking at women at all, let alone women reshaping their bodies through sheer will. She has not let anything deter her. I was drawn to her grit, her commitment to her craft, and her refusal to be defined by anyone's timeline but her own. 

I made this project during a moment when Black women in sports were finally being celebrated in ways I had not seen before, across tennis, basketball, wrestling, and beyond. Women were dominating fields that have historically been considered male terrain, and we as a people were uplifting them for it, genuinely and publicly. I wanted to highlight a localized story of a woman doing exactly that, from right where she was, before the moment passed. 

Kelli Anthony is a visionary filmmaker hailing from the vibrant south side of Chicago. Originally starting his creative journey as a fashion designer at Columbia College, Kelli's innate passion for self-expression led him down an unexpected and exhilarating path. As he captured his fashion designs through photography, a newfound desire emerged within him—to witness his images come alive. This catalytic moment ignited his passion for filmmaking. Drawing inspiration from the world of pop art, Kelli recognized the power of combining fashion, pop

culture, and cinematic storytelling. Armed with a desire to push the boundaries of traditional narrative, he embarked on a quest to revolutionize storytelling using the vibrant palette of pop culture and color as his instruments.

Kelli's films are a harmonious blend of visual spectacle and thought-provoking content. Through his unique lens, he seamlessly weaves together elements of fashion, pop art,

and contemporary cultural themes, inviting audiences to engage with his work on both an emotional and intellectual level. By harnessing the inherent power of

pop culture and the expressive capabilities of color, Kelli's films captivate viewers, transporting them into a world where boundaries dissolve and

imagination reigns supreme.

With an unwavering dedication to his craft, Kelli Anthony continues to push the limits of storytelling in the world of cinema. His work resonates with audiences, leaving

an indelible mark and inspiring others to embrace their own creative journeys. As he fearlessly explores new avenues of artistic expression, Kelli invites you

to join him on this captivating cinematic adventure, where he continues to redefine the possibilities of visual storytelling.

Director Statement

As a visionary filmmaker, my mission is to create cinematic experiences that transcend the boundaries of traditional storytelling. Drawing inspiration from my background

as a fashion designer and the vibrant world of pop art, I strive to revolutionize the medium of film by fusing elements of fashion, pop culture, and thought-provoking narratives. I believe in the power of visuals and their ability to evoke deep emotions and engage audiences on both an emotional and intellectual level.

Through my films,

I aim to transport viewers into a mesmerizing realm where imagination reigns supreme. By seamlessly blending fashion, pop art, and contemporary cultural themes, I invite audiences to embark on a journey that challenges their perceptions and stimulates their senses. Using the vibrant palette of pop culture and color as my instruments, I create visually stunning spectacles that captivate and leave an indelible mark on the viewer's consciousness. With unwavering dedication, I continuously push the limits of storytelling in the world of cinema. I aspire to inspire fellow creatives to embrace their own unique visions and fearlessly explore new avenues of artistic expression. Together, we can redefine the possibilities of visual storytelling,

pushing boundaries and challenging conventions. Join me on this captivating cinematic adventure as we embark on a quest to captivate, provoke, and inspire audiences through the transformative power of film.