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Kerry-Ann James approaches filmmaking as a dialogue between the human spirit and the moving image. Her stories move through themes of intimacy, memory, and transformation. She often explores the quiet spaces where hope and fear coexist. Rooted in the rhythms of everyday life, her work seeks to reveal beauty in vulnerability and meaning in the moments that linger after the chaos of everyday life.
From the Mouth of Babe (in pre-production)
A psychological horror written by Kerry-Ann James
Red Hot Flags (2025)
Red Hot Flags is a comedic short film co-directed by Kerry-Ann James, Jordana Allen-Shim, and Bachana Adamia that playfully explores the chaos of modern dating and the blind spots we ignore in pursuit of love. Blending sharp humor with emotional insight, the film captures how self-awareness—and a little laughter—can turn romantic missteps into lessons worth keeping.
Screening link available upon request
The Modern Mentor (2025)
A short documentary capturing the quiet power of guidance and creative lineage within Toronto’s Jane and Finch community. Serving as First Assistant Director, Kerry-Ann James helped shape a film that traces moments of mentorship—where wisdom, vulnerability, and ambition converge as artists learn not only their craft, but themselves, and in turn, lead the next generation of Black youth.
Screening link available upon request
#Likeback (2018)
In #likeback (2018), director, writer, and star Kerry Ann James examines the performative culture of social media during the early days of Instagram's visible like counts. Through a one-minute narrative, the film uncovers the hidden motivations for validation behind curated posts, bringing the characters' desires to life. Inspired by the #likeback trend, where users traded likes to boost their numbers, the film critiques the social pressures and unsettling pursuit of approval in the digital age. With its sharp focus on self-worth and performative identity, #likeback captures a moment in time when social media's impact on human connection and validation was deeply evolving.