Gabrielle Healdy is an aspiring filmmaker studying at Howard University in Washington, D.C. If you have yet to watch, Black Minds Matter is a documentary focusing on the internal mental issues in the black community. It is not spoken about often and Headly decided to change that. She wishes to give a voice to those individuals who have been silently suffering from said mental illnesses. In our interview with Headly, she shares more about the influence behind her project and the message she wishes to send.
What is Black Minds Matter and what is the message you are trying to send through this documentary?
Who is your target audience?
This film is targeted to teens and young adults of color because I want them to better understand what their peers are facing as well as assure those who face the same things that they aren’t alone. I also feel like it’s very important that older generations watch this film too because many of these problems could have been mitigated early on if parents and professors actually listened to their children and students.
What inspired you to approach the topic of mental illness in the black community?
Why did you choose filmmaking as your medium opposed to another such as a photo series or an article?
Did the media and the events happening around us influence Black Minds Matter?
Do you plan on a sequel or a related project?
Affinity is a magazine for young minds, what are some words you would like to leave to our readers?
