I had some reservations about attending this year’s Slamdance Film Festival, as genre films weren’t as prominent as in years past. Instead, the focus leaned heavily on raw human stories and powerful dramas, reflecting the urgency of real-world struggles. But from the moment I read about Edson Jean’s Know Me, I knew this was a film I couldn’t miss.
A gripping, emotionally charged drama, Know Me delves into the infamous 2012 Miami “bath salts” case, where a Haitian man attacked and ate another man’s face, sparking media hysteria. But rather than leaning into sensationalism, Know Me takes a deeply personal approach, telling the story through the eyes of the man’s brother. Jean not only directs but also delivers a haunting, immersive performance, capturing the love, confusion, and racial biases that shaped this tragic story.
This film is as relevant as ever. The Haitian community has long faced discrimination and misinformation, something we saw resurface during recent elections. The original Miami “zombie” story further reinforced harmful narratives, but Jean masterfully unpacks the truth, revealing the intersection of race, mental health, and media-driven fear. Many Black and immigrant communities have historically avoided discussions on mental illness, often turning to drugs as a form of escape. Know Me forces us to confront that reality, reminding us that behind every headline, there are real people, real families, and real pain.
Know Me shook me to my core. As a member of the media, I recognize the power of uplifting or destroying a person’s legacy through storytelling. We often forget that the people we discuss are someone’s sons, daughters, siblings—loved ones who deserve to be seen beyond a single tragic moment. This film challenges us to reexamine how we view mental health and addiction, particularly within marginalized communities.
In a time when we desperately need more films like The Nickel Boys, Know Me is a crucial, unmissable piece of Black cinema. Edson Jean delivers a harrowing, necessary, and deeply human film—one that stays with you long after the credits roll.
4.5/5
Director: Edson Jean
Screenwriter: Edson Jean, Marckenson Charles
Producer: Ronald Baez, Kevin Ondarza
Cast: Edson Jean, Shein Mompremier, Donald Paul, Carole Arty, Richardson Chery
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