Beam

A girl’s life unravels when her mental state takes a dark turn.

  • Alana Hayes
    Director
  • Alana Hayes
    Writer
  • Cheyenne Shepherd
    Producer
  • Eyram Dumor
    Key Cast
    "Ashley"
  • Jeremiah Coleman
    Key Cast
    "TJ"
  • Eugene Moses
    Key Cast
    "Monster"
  • JR Hegger
    Director of Photography/Cinematographer
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short, Student, Other
  • Genres:
    Horror, Afro-Surrealism, Narrative, Experimental, Short, Capstone
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 34 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 28, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Missouri- Columbi
  • Mizzou Film Capstone Screening
    Columbia, MO
    United States
    May 8, 2023
Director Biography - Alana Hayes

Alana Hayes is a filmmaker originally from Memphis, TN. She will graduate from the University of Missouri- Columbia in December 2023 with BA in Film Studies with an emphasis in Production. In addition, she will also graduate with minors in Digital Storytelling, Theatre, and Black Studies.
As a director, she cites her biggest inspirations as Donald Glover and Jordan Peele. Her films showcase the world through the lens of Afro-surrealism.

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Director Statement

Since I was a child I was fascinated with everything related to movies and television. This fascination turned into a deep passion that I am turning into a career. I want my films to showcase a wide range of topics and cause the audience to have meaningful conversations after.