Denée Benton

Genie

Flora, a genie trapped for more than 2,000 years inside an antique jewelry box, is accidentally called to service by Bernard, whose life is unraveling around him.

Dreams in Nightmares

After an abrupt layoff, Z embarks on a trip across the Midwestern United States in search of a friend who has seemingly disappeared off the grid. Traveling with her two closest friends, these three queer black femmes find their priorities tested as shapeshifting threats in each city expose (inter)personal and ideological fractures.

Our Friend

After learning that his terminally ill wife has six months to live, a man welcomes the support of his best friend who moves into their home to help out.

The Narrative of Dalvin Reynolds

Although freshman Dalvin Reynolds is studying acting at one of the top drama programs in the nation, he still feels like his race dictates the types of roles he plays.

Mother's Milk

A young black man named Sparrow is on a quest to find his mother, his home, and his true self.

Tender Thoughts

A whimsical fantasy about a Black woman regaining her sense of self after years of being a corporate cog in the machine.