After 20 years, d’bi.young anitafrika’s three-week repertory production of the critically acclaimed SANKOFA TRILOGY featuring the plays blood.claat, benu, and word! sound! powah! returns to Toronto.

In this episode, I speak with d’bi.young anitafrika about the significance of this trilogy, the evolution of her work, and much more.

Performances run from Sep 23-Oct 12, 2025 at The Theatre Centre in Toronto, Canada.

Damien Eagle Bear’s feature documentary, #SKODEN, had its world premiere at Hot Docs 2025.

In the early days of social media, a notorious image circulated of an Indigenous man with raised fists, ready to strike. The photo went viral when one word added to the image would change it forever: SKODEN.

With intimate access and a vérité approach, MARRIAGE COPS examines the intricate role of the state in the most personal aspects of its citizens’ lives.

Directors Shashwati Talukdar & Cheryl Hess found a very layered and nuanced story.

At 36, Ana faces a diagnosis of late-stage breast cancer. She finds refuge in her camera and family archive. Through these images, she reflects on her journey, and in her scar, she discovers that healing reaches beyond the physical body.

*Throwback Episode*

Identifying Features (Sin Señas Particulares)

The film is about the many immigrants who often go missing or die on their journeys.

In this episode, I speak with the filmmakers about the need to tell these stories. 

Pardon the minor sound glitches as this was recorded via Zoom.

August Kyss is an emerging producer, director and actress who is quickly become a prolific and invaluable staple in the independent genre films and beyond.

Welcome to Hye’s Musings!

This podcast is an extension of my website, Hye’s Musings, where I discuss arts and culture through reviews, interviews, and thought pieces. 

I am Heidy M, a Guatemala-born, Toronto-based arts supporter and enthusiast, film critic, and film programmer. 

Feel free to connect with me online at hyemusings.ca and on the socials @hyemusings.