FILM SYNOPSIS
A young Black woman, facing her impending incarceration, spends her final day of freedom lost in quiet reflection, unraveling the heartache of having done everything right, only to be undone by a justice system that promises fairness—just not to those who look like her.
In her final hours of freedom, Micah grapples with the crushing reality of being incarcerated for a crime she didn't commit. As the day unfolds, she shares final exchanges with her loved ones, each interaction colored by the sorrow of impending separation. The weight of her unjust conviction looms, a grim, inescapable truth she must face alone. In the evening, she seeks solace in her parents' embrace, finding strength in their love, uncertain if it will be enough to endure the unpredictable future ahead. This poignant meditation on wrongful incarceration explores the emotional toll of a justice system that operates exactly as it was designed to, highlighting the devastating impact of another Black life unjustly interrupted.
CREDITS
Featuring:
Micah Brown: Aniya Taylor
Kaleb Brown: Marlon Hall
Ebony Brown: Patricia Desormeau
Mackenzie Brown: Niyah Mason
Dr. Randolph: Jody Pitz-Seymour
Olivia: Kori Hall
Writer/Director: Princess Aja Knight
Producer: Sybil Faye Lanay
Dir. of Photography: Sarah Alexander
1st Assistant Director: Sophie Power
1st Assistant Director: Teresa Castillo
1st AC: Jonathan Leung
Production Manager: Michelene Billy
Production Designer: Telisha Petteway
Casting Director: Nyah Campbell
Key Grip: Justis Fiduccia
Grip: José Taveras
Production Assistant: Shanice Neita
Sound Recorder/Mixer: Nigam Bhandari
Sound Recorder/Mixer: Hunter Hawke
Gaffer: Jack Mannion
Gaffer: Byron Martinez
Editor: Izabel Acevedo
Graphics and Post Design: Taha Aziz
Post Sound: Liam Oliver
Colorist: Khalif Sultan
Voiceover: Nicole Burgquist
Officer 1: Ryan Bogie
BIO
Princess Aja Knight is captivated by the stories that remain untold, the voices often left unheard. From an early age, she dedicated herself to unearthing the narratives that are overlooked, cultivating a passion for the unique and the controversial, particularly those that belong to marginalized communities.
After earning a degree in Film and Television Production with a minor in Political Science from Oakwood University, Aja sought to deepen her knowledge and expand her reach, pursuing a Master's degree at the City College of New York. As she nears the completion of her graduate studies in Spring 2025, Aja continues to refine her craft, creating films that provoke thought, challenge perceptions, and illuminate the stories that deserve to be seen.
