Who You Loyal To? | Short Film

"Who You Loyal To?" is a short spoken word film that explores the inner thoughts and struggles of a freelance creative. As a freelancer myself, I’m constantly questioning my purpose; am I creating for myself, for others, or just for the money? This piece is a raw conversation between me and my subconscious, challenging these very questions.

Throughout my career, there have been moments where I’ve had to compromise my values, taking on projects I wouldn’t normally choose, just to make ends meet. Too often, it feels like creatives are seen as a service, not as people; expected to drop everything at a moment’s notice to accommodate others, with little regard for our own needs and boundaries.

Writing this film made me realise how little time I was investing in myself. I was pouring all my energy into fulfilling others’ expectations, while neglecting my own growth and wellbeing. "Who You Loyal To?" became a much-needed reminder to pause, reflect, and start putting myself first  to set boundaries, and to understand that there is real power in saying NO. The fear of missing out shouldn’t dictate our choices or compromise our worth.

Credits 

Funmi Olagunju | @thefunmiofficial
Jimi Alli | @Jimi.Alli
Amarae Cato Daniel | @official_zhino
Audrey Aigbonkonkon | @audreetheedoll
Siah | @siahthekid
Thomas Barret | @tjlbarrett

Supporting Artists

Nnamdi Izuchukwu | @shedverse @nizforeva
Saadiq Theophilus |  @itsjustsaadiq
Hyabel Kidane | @hya.bel
Nayana Brathwaite | @nayana.ab
Munni | @mxn.ni
Denis Owusu | @fungsdae

Crew

Director & Editor: Rojal Jerome Myers | @rojaljmyers_
Director of Photography & Colourist: Zain Zaidi | @zainnzaidi
1st AC: Raphael Humphry-Atiemo | @raph.co.uk 
Gaffer: Otis Matthie | @lightwork_ldn
BTS Videography: Sara Wilkinson | @kreightvisions
Photography: Jade Reynolds-Hemmings | @jadereyphotos
Judith Rita Nanyonga | @judithritaphotography 
Production Assistant: Eugene Tan | @tan_eugene
Set Design: Sherrelle Simon | @sparkleandsequinsevents

Soundtrack

Composer: John Njoroge | @_brickhertz @_njrge
Kelvin5star | @kelvin5star
Sudi | @sudi_skywalker
Siah | @siahthekid

Shot at

Sibling Studios | @siblingstudios_
Quest Studios | @quest_studios 

Special Thanks

The Myers Family
The Okello Family
Creative Debuts
Most Wanted Wines