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Nesha
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Bio

Nesha Jackson is a rising filmmaker dedicated to telling bold, quirky, and unique stories.

 Nesha, a Morgan State University alumna residing in Baltimore, is venturing into the world of indie filmmaking. Her passion lies in crafting character-driven stories, blending thrilling horror with comedic satire. Her debut short film,Word of Oda, captured the Audience Choice Award at her very first film festival (ACFF 2024), marking a promising start to her filmmaking journey.

 

Word of Oda showcases Nesha's distinct viewpoint and marks the beginning of her journey in storytelling. As a black woman who loves anime, she is proud to pursue her passions and bring her unique perspective to the filmmaking world.​ As she explores filmmaking, she aims to create captivating stories that redefine black representation in cinema.

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Awards/Selections

  • Awesome Film Award Audience Choice (Awesome Con Short Film Festival 2024) 

  • Best Editing Award (DMV International Film Festival 2024)

  • Best Baltimore Short (Baltimore International Black Film Festival 2024)

  • Award Nominee (Queen City Film Festival 2024)

  • Official Selection (Micheaux Film Festival 2024) 

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