SYNOPSIS
Alexis, a 14-year-old biracial girl growing up in San Francisco in the early 2000's. When her black father relocates to Los Angeles, Alexis is left to grapple with her biracial identity while residing with her white mother and attending a predominantly white school. Struggling with popularity and a strong dislike for her natural hair, Alexis's life takes a transformative turn when she encounters seventeen-year-old “it girl” from Hunters Point—Precious. Hired by Alexis's mother to straighten her hair, Precious takes Alexis under her wing, exposing her to her social circle and neighborhood, while imparting lessons in confidence and self-assertion. With themes of identity, friendship, and self-empowerment at its core, 'What’chu Mixed With?' is a heartfelt portrayal of one girl's journey to embrace her biracial heritage and find her place in the world amidst the challenges of adolescence.
FILM DETAILS
Date: Friday - October 16, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Venue: Plainfield Public Library
800 Park Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060
SCREENING DETAILS
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OPENING NIGHT
About the Director
Maya Cameron-Gordon is an award-winning author and filmmaker dedicated to telling authentic, untold stories from the Bay Area. A graduate of an MFA program in film, she has spent several years honing her craft in screenwriting and directing. Maya co-founded the acclaimed vegan restaurant Vegan Mob with her husband and later authored The Mermaid Princesses, published by HarperCollins. The book, named Best Fantasy Children’s book by the African-American Literary Awards, is currently being adapted into an animated series. Her directorial debut, "What’chu Mixed With?" has earned Best Director, Best Cinematography, and Best Actress awards at the Flores Film Festival.