A deeply personal documentary examining the turbulent "Red Terror" period in Ethiopia, focusing on how political upheaval tore families apart, told through the perspectives of women who lived through it.

Single episodes regularly garner millions of views within days of release, proving a massive appetite for localized storytelling. Music Videos as Cultural Portals

In recent years, the digital landscape has witnessed a significant rise in content creators and actors of Ethiopian and Eritrean descent—collectively known as Habesha. Habesha women have been at the forefront of this cultural, creative, and digital revolution. From producing viral videos on YouTube and TikTok to acting in popular independent films and music videos, these women are redefining representation, beauty, and storytelling within East African culture and beyond.

The internet has given rise to a new wave of Habesha storytelling, with women often at the forefront.

The past two years have seen a tectonic shift. Habesha women are no longer just watching each other; the world is watching.

The foundation of Habesha women in film was built by visionary directors who challenged societal norms and brought complex African narratives to international film festivals. Hermon Hailay