8legs: Walter thompson-hernandez

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What if Black boys in L.A. were afforded the grace to dream?

The film debuted at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, marking Walter Thompson-Hernández's feature debut.
Lil Ant's dream-driven story uses flight and myth to explore resilience within a Black family.
Thompson-Hernández aims for a nuanced LA portrayal, avoiding tired urban trope checklists.
The film is set against LA’s changing demographics, including immigration and neighborhood shifts.
The production leveraged Sundance Catalyst to secure independent financing.
Thompson-Hernández draws inspiration from painting to shape film framing and composition.
The director emphasizes natural lighting and patient framing for truthful storytelling.
The LA setting itself is treated as a character within the film.
The film blends personal memory with broader social commentary on housing and community change.

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