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Mekhai Lee on "Them That's Not": From Golden Hugo to SXSW

If we don't imagine our worlds on screen, who will? Mehkai Lee answers the call.

"Them That's Not" film still provided by artist

Journalist Melissa Rose Cooper sits down with writer/director Mekhai Lee @lifeofkhaiii__ to discuss the premiere of his Academy Award eligible short film, "Them That’s Not" @themthatsnot.film, at SXSW 2026 @sxsw).

Starring Angel Theory (The Walking Dead), this intimate portrait of the Deaf exper-ience and family obligation has captivated audiences from NewFest to Chicago.

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