Host Izzy sits down with young actor Summer-Joules to talk about her role as Littlefoot in the new short film, her acting background, and how she landed a lead in the upcoming feature Boo. Summer-Joules reflects on connecting with the character, her training, and the pride of being chosen for such a beloved legacy.

She also shares practical advice for aspiring actors, how she handles nerves, influences like Zendaya, and teases other projects while respecting NDAs.

Continuing our Stranger Things Special Spotlight, host @izzyjeevesmedia chats with the phenomenally talented young actress Eden Stephens about playing Wendy on the global hit series @strangerthingstv [season 5], becoming a fan of the show, and her experience working with the cast.

Eden reflects on her earlier roles in theatre, how she overcomes nerves and shares advice for those looking to follow their dreams. She also talks about what motivates her as she continues to build her career.

For our latest spotlight series episode, we sat down with Kira Powell, an award-winning writer-director whose ground breaking work explores themes like identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience. Her short film BEST EYES has just been nominated for Outstanding Short Form (Live Action) at the NAACP Image Awards, a recognition that highlights the film’s impact and resonance. You can watch the incredible film here.

BEST EYES premiered at the Academy Award®–qualifying Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF) and has screened at Urbanworld, Micheaux, and festivals worldwide. The film won the 2024 DGA Student Jury Award and earned 1st place in the Afro-Latino Short Film Competition presented by the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) and the Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (LEJA). Kira is currently developing a feature-length version of BEST EYES.

A Los Angeles–based graduate of the American Film Institute Conservatory with an MFA in Directing, Kira brings over a decade of professional on-set experience to her filmmaking. She has a deep sensitivity to character, informed by her work as an actor, and her

additional shorts have, screened at Screamfest, Tallgrass, and Black Harvest. Beyond film, she created the award-winning solo show Caught in the Mix, exploring Black-Latinx identity to sold-out audiences in Los Angeles.