This year has been eye opening for Anthony Prince Leslie, giving him the chance to do internal research on relationships with people. With Aṣẹ, Leslie is creating a flm that captures the family dynamic, pays homage to traditions and the importance of inclusivity within the Black community. The word Aṣẹ is a Yoruba term, meaning “soul, light, spirit or good vibrations”. With this flm, Leslie celebrates the matriarchs in our lives and the importance of community. With transgender and age representation, the flm is an embrace for matriarchs of all forms. “My name is Anthony Prince Leslie and I’m so happy to be Black. This year has been eye opening and giving me the chance to do internal research on relationships with people. I want to create a film that captures the family dynamic. Throughout my life family has been there to ground me. I want to celebrate the matriarchs in our lives in all forms.” - Anthony Prince Leslie "Director Anthony Prince Leslie reimagines a West African philosophy in New York" - Marley @NOWNESS