WE WERE MEANT TO
In a world where Black men have wings, and their first flight is a rite of passage, Akil must defy fears, insecurities, and societal barriers while discovering his perfect launch into manhood.
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Credits
Director(s):
Tari WariebiProducer(s):
Veronica BouzaWriter(s):
Tari Wariebi, Christina Kingsleigh LicudCast:
AKIL - Tim Johnson Jr. JAMEL - Luke Tennie LENNY - Sylvester Powell JASMINE - Jordan-Amanda Hall AKILA - Skye Barrett VERNON - Amin Joseph ROBIN - Karimah Westbrook MR. ADAMS - Jeremiah BirkettPresented as Part Of THE AMERICAN DREAM SHORTS
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