C H R I S T Y J O S E P H
Born and raised in Haiti, Christy Joseph grew up immersed in storytelling, from lively family dinner conversations to Haitian folktales. Her passion for visual storytelling began with a visit to the now-closed Cinema Imperial in Port-au-Prince, where she discovered photography and film. After moving to New York, the city's vibrant fashion scene, energy, and cultural diversity further shaped her creative perspective. Today, Christy is a filmmaker with a fashion sensibility, dedicated to telling stories that build community and celebrate multiculturalism.
Filmmaker, Curator & Photographer
The Unbraiding Hair Appointment, 2023
Two black women in Brooklyn share the often private ritual of unbraiding - a time for unfiltered conversations, deep soulful breaths, comfortable camaraderie, and genuine laughter.
Created for Black History Month, this project explores the often-overlooked ritual of unbraiding, using the practice to challenge stigma and spark conversation around Black women's hair.
Directed by Christy Joseph
We’re Here, 2026
When the Trump administration announces the end of a 15 year immigration program, a group of Haitians reflect on identity and life in limbo in New York as they face an uncertain future.
A short documentary film directed by Christy Joseph
“Lakay: A Celebration of Cinema”, 2026
On May 28–29, Christy Joseph and Abigail Cherubin premiered Lakay, a film series that debuted with two sold-out screenings, highlighting the strong demand for Haitian cinema. The inaugural edition was presented in partnership with SheaMoisture and MUBI.
Curated by Christy Joseph & Abigail Cherubin
Have You Considered Dating Apps? 2022
Frustrated with the frivolity of dating apps, two aging and desperate millennials get setup the old-fashioned way on a blind date: what could possibly go wrong?
This project was a midterm assignment created in the Cinematography for Directors class taught by acclaimed director Igor Sunara.
Directed by Christy Joseph & Annie Mara.
She’s Got Sole, 2024
Explore the seemingly uneventful world at floor level where simple and mundane occurrences can expose deeper issues of identity, self-confidence and redemption.
Created out of a desire to explore the concept of anthropomorphism , Director Christy Joseph explores the relationship between feet and self with provocative camera angles, meticulous set and costume design and astute editing.
Directed by Christy Joseph
High West Whiskey Holiday Campaign, 2024
In a Brooklyn Brownstone, three women uncork intimate moments with High West Whiskey, filled with belly-aching laughs and wholesome conversations - all elements of a well-lived life.
This project in collaboration with Director Henry Kornaros was commissioned by and created for renowned whiskey brand High West for the holidays.
Directed by Christy Joseph
Why Ruin a Good Thing? (2022)
After four seemingly happy years, NYC-born Nick and recent transplant Devin finally decide to cohabitate and embark on a tedious search for an apartment in the city that never sleeps which leaves the dubious couple struggling with this newfound commitment and grappling with their growing stark differences.
This project was the final assignment created in the Cinematography for Directors Class taught by acclaimed director Igor Sunara.
Directed by Christy Joseph & Annie Mara.