The GAze
The Gaze
Visual storytelling as reflection, resistance, and ritual.
Eve’s Bayou (1997), Kasi Lemmons’ haunting Southern Gothic debut, unfolds in a prosperous Creole community in Louisiana during the 1960s.
At first glance, it seemed like a Southern gothic film, a stylish period piece filled with smoke, blues, and blood. But after my fourth viewing, it became crystal clear: Sinners is not a film. It’s a ritual.
Coven is a magic story, yes, but more than that, it’s about power. The kind of power women inherit in silence. The kind we’re told to hide, dilute, tame
In September 2024, I had the honor of attending a special presentation of The Piano Lesson during the Toronto International Film Festival.
At first glance, Ani seems like a woman who has everything under control. Her unapologetic confidence and adaptability are magnetic, and you can’t help but admire her.
For over 50 years, Bethann has been the unwavering voice of Black representation in the fashion industry
What a wild ride Blink Twice was! Besides being an absolute visual treat, the film is packed with so many layers and hidden messages that it really gets your brain ticking.