My Name Is Myeisha is a 2018 drama film directed by Gus Krieger, based on the real-life police shooting of Tyisha Miller in 1998. The film follows Myeisha Jackson (played by Rhaechyl Walker), a young black woman who is shot and killed by police while sleeping in her car. As she slips into unconsciousness, she enters a dreamlike state where she reflects on her past, present, and future.
The film is told primarily through spoken word poetry, with Myeisha's inner thoughts and emotions being expressed through her music and dance. We see flashbacks of her childhood and teenage years, where she developed a love for hip hop and a talent for rapping and dancing. We also see her struggles with relationships, her inner demons, and her dreams of making it big in the music industry.
As Myeisha's dream becomes more fragmented and surreal, the film explores themes of police brutality, racial injustice, and the impact of systemic racism on young black women. It also delves into the power of art and music as a form of expression and healing.
My Name Is Myeisha has received critical acclaim for its unique storytelling style, powerful performances, and poignant message. It has been praised for humanizing the victims of police brutality and highlighting the need for change in the criminal justice system.