A Black Woman Is…

Through intimate reflections from 12 Black women and girls, this documentary celebrates the many expressions of Black girlhood and womanhood. Spanning age, identity, and lived experience, it unfolds as a love letter to Black girls everywhere. A Black Woman Is… affirms that Black women are not a monolith, but a constellation. It reminds us there is no single way to exist, shine, or be seen.

Director. Teaunna Gray

is a Toronto-based film director, photographer, creative entrepreneur, and director of the Tiny Hours Film Festival. Her work blends authenticity with artistry across filmmaking, brand storytelling, and creative strategy, often exploring themes of identity, culture, and belonging. With a background in photography and early training in social service work, she brings both a strong visual sensibility and a people-centered approach to storytelling, frequently highlighting voices and experiences that are often underrepresented.

Teaunna is also the founder of Of Sorts®, an arts and culture platform dedicated to storytelling and community connection. Through both her directing practice and cultural work, she creates films, events, and experiences that foster meaningful connection and invite audiences into thoughtful, visually rich worlds.