My Role: Founder, Director and Designer Models: Ifeoma Bosah, Saturne Tchabong, Lihem Russom Photographers: Hanna Leka and Immanuel Leka Director of Photography: Mason Foster Creative Producer: Raven Irabor Key Producer: Vanessa Serrano Editor/Colorist: Jarrett Lampley Music Composition: beyondsonny and Ike Iloegbu Gaffer: Salem Daniel Production Designer: Khairi Reynolds PAs: John Becker, Kyler Simmons Stylists: Brittany Belo, Taylor Whitelow Hair: Zoya Davis Makeup: Jazmyne Fountain
“Broke But Make It Bougie“ is a stylized film and coffee table book purposed to amplify the dreamer in the direction of purpose and abundance regardless of their circumstances.
The film’s story centers around a woman who’s battling between chasing after things intentionally versus aimlessly. We explore her thought process and dream world to reach the conclusion: it’s about investing in your true self where you find abundance.
Based originally on my IG blog that I created in 2019 to encourage creatives who are tired of “faking it ‘til they make it”, and rather be transparent with their come up story. Inspired by living my own life driven through faith, and staying true to living a “broke, but making it bougie” lifestyle. BBMIB’s purpose is to simply to inspire, uplift, and highlight other young creatives in their journey.
Writing contributions from Annie Blay, Ayida Solé, Illen Asmerom, Kailyn Brown, Kanique Swinson, Liana Lewis, Lydia Kiros, Salem Daniel, Raven Irabor, and Simone Girma.
