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Her Dreams is a powerful cinematic drama based on true events, unfolding at the heart of the Black maternal health crisis in America. Set and filmed in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the film pulses with urgency, resilience, and truth as it follows four interconnected journeys that illuminate the realities many families face but few stories have captured on screen. At the center of the film is a Black expectant mother navigating pregnancy with both hope and fear, acutely aware of the risks that disproportionately threaten women who look like her. Alongside her story, we meet determined Black policymakers who are fighting on the front lines of government to push forward legislation and advocacy that could transform maternal healthcare for future generations. The film also follows a devoted Black doula who tirelessly supports mothers seeking safe and empowering birth experiences, even as she struggles to keep her own work alive in a system that offers little support for the very people trying to save lives. Completing this powerful tapestry is the emotional journey of a Black mother whose premature child must remain in the NICU, forcing her to balance faith, fear, and the fragile hope that her child will come home. Through these four deeply human stories, Her Dreams reveals the persistence, courage, and community rising in the face of a crisis that has gone unseen for far too long. Intimate, urgent, and deeply moving, the film sheds light on the fight for dignity, safety, and justice in Black maternal healthcare. Written and directed by Corey Lankford, Her Dreams is a cinematic story of struggle, advocacy, and unbreakable hope, bringing audiences into a fight that is as personal as it is historic. Starring: Paige Moody, Dionysius Akeem, Tajianna Clinton, Tamara Eldridge, Gloria Coulverson Co-Stars: Hope Spencer, Sam Lothard, Zoe Gordon, Isaiah Hickman, Amber Sparks Director of Photography: @yevshrayber #HerDreams #BlackBirth #BlackMaternalHealth #BlackFilm

Life is moving so fast, I can only sleep on the plane. ###LifeLately

Protect The Future Of Black Birthday. Her Dreams Movie First Teaser, premiers tomorrow! #FirstLook #HerDreams #BlackBirth #SneakPeek

If you continue to plant, you’ll be receiving harvests in season of lack. So thankful to have directed this amazing documentary, “The Ascention of Corey Lakins.” A true story 38 years in the making! Thank you for trusting us with your story 🙏🏾📸🎥

Full Rebrand and Product Shoot for an amazing chef, baker and influencer. #Rebrand #ValentinesDay #BlackBusiness

Out with the hottest band in Pittsburgh and beyond! @CHUCK ANDERSON

Started with PWN April 2024. Now we capture every event they have. Thankful for continual retention with my clients. Thankful for my crew who rocks with me through whatever. #PWN #10YearCelebration

Her Dreams Film Day 2. That’s a wrap on location 1. 10 Hours Straight, worth it! Her Dreams Coming Soon.

First filming of the year. 2025 was amazing! Literally went to new heights! Grateful for growth, now on to pioneer new dreams.

Out with the band last night at the City Winery for an amazing holiday show! I love what I do. Front row seats to everything!

#2025recap

I’ve been to and filmed some incredible events this year, but this event was one of the most incredible vibes yet! I had an amazing time editing this reel. Awesome to celebrate the birthday of thee Kendra Ross through the amazing event design of Pittsburgh’s @Alexis Allen. Take a look and enjoy!

Her Dreams Photoshoot Day! my cast is beautiful, talented and dope! Can’t wait for 2026 filming to begin 🎥📸🎬

Break is over… tonight was the beginning of an 8 event stretch before the new year. Designed by the impeccable Alexis Allen, celebrating Kendra Ross’s 50th birthday at the roost Pittsburgh. #sneakpeek

Witness how we shot it. The official Africanism BTS video coming soon