EPISODE · Jun 17, 2026 · 31 MIN
Haiti, Healing and Family with the creators of The Tropic Sun and His Eyes
from Dope Interviews · host 19 Media Group
The cast and creators of The Tropic Sun and His Eyes join Dope Interviews for a heartfelt conversation about one of the year's most moving independent films.Director Elisée Junior St. Preux explains why filming in Haiti was essential to telling an authentic story, while actor Stevenson Jean discusses portraying grief, trauma, and rediscovering family.Naturi Naughton-Lewis, Two Lewis, and Calixto Chinchilla share how they came aboard the project and why stories centered on Black identity, Caribbean culture, and healing matter now more than ever. This episode explores:Haiti's beauty and legacyFather-son relationshipsMental health and forgivenessThe power of connectionBlack storytelling on a global stageThe making of a Tribeca standoutA powerful conversation about home, healing, and humanity.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dope-interviews--5006633/support.Follow Dope Interviews on X: https://www.twitter.com/dope_interviewsFollow Warren Shaw on X: https://www.twitter.com/thewarrenshawFollow Warren on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thewarrenshawRock "Dope Interviews" gear: https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.comLooking to book a vacation? Our travel partner Exquiste Travel & Tours has you covered: Call 954-228-5479 or visit https://exquisitetravelandtours.com/Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)! https://bit.ly/19Guest
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