directed by: A.V. Rockwell, year: 2023
actors: Teyana Taylor

A Thousand and One follows Inez, a determined mother who, after her release from prison, fights to build a stable life for her son in Harlem. As years pass, they navigate housing insecurity, shifting opportunities, and the pull of past choices that threaten their future. The film tracks their bond across a decade, exploring motherhood, survival, and the stubborn hope that love can redefine a harsh history and offer a brighter, shared path forward.

Family Struggle, Drama, Coming Of Age Drama, Indie, African American Cinema