her prayer, my journey

Aya, a celestial entity dispatched to Earth, has been silently observed by six divine guardians who have guided her through various forms—family, friends, trees, and the wind. As she approaches the brink of her awakening, the guides are in a quandary: Should they reveal themselves or allow her journey to progress without their interference?

One significant dawn by the river, the barrier between them dissolves. The divine manifest in their full, impressive forms, attempting to remind Aya of the vow made before her descent: that she would recall her power, her purpose, and her duty to a suffering Earth. Overwhelmed, Aya struggles to grasp their message, but as they begin to withdraw, she pursues them—determined to understand. Through a baptism of fire, water, air, and earth, Aya yields to her transformation, fully embracing the cosmic force she was destined to become.

Laze – Filmmaker, Creative Director & Producer Laze is a debut filmmaker, creative director, and brand strategist with a diverse approach to storytelling. With experience in music, film, and editorial, he has collaborated with industry giants like TEDx, Puma, Netflix, and Adidas. Laze has perfected the craft of creating narratives that resonate deeply across cultures and artistic forms. His transition to filmmaking is a natural progression of his career, bringing a polished visual and strategic perspective to each project. As co-director and co-producer of this film, Laze shapes its visual language and production execution, ensuring a seamless blend of narrative, aesthetics, and emotional depth. His dedication to amplifying emerging voices and exploring new dimensions of creative expression defines his filmmaking approach.

Inayah Bashir – Filmmaker & Storyteller Inayah Bashir is a debut filmmaker, writer, and cultural storyteller whose work delves into themes of indigenous knowledge, ancestral memory, and spiritual reclamation. Rooted in her heritage as a Soulaani and Maroon descendant, Inayah’s storytelling connects the mystical with the tangible, drawing from African cosmologies, oral traditions, and earth-based wisdom. Her work aims to honor the voices of the past while envisioning futures of healing and liberation. With a background in education, research, and cultural preservation, she brings a deeply intentional approach to filmmaking—one that centers on community, ritual, and re-memory. Her debut short film is a poetic meditation on divine guidance, self-discovery, and the sacred relationship between humans and the earth.