I chose to tell this story because Black identity is often distorted by societal pressures, forcing Black men to conform to ideals that strip them of their authenticity. Through this film, I challenge the notion that success requires assimilation and affirm that Black men are beautiful just as they are. By highlighting the contrast between two worlds—one struggling, the other seemingly thriving but lost—I aim to restore the Black image in Hollywood, showing that our worth isn’t measured by how well we fit into someone else's mold, but by the strength, dignity, and richness of our true selves.