Persistent Productions

Sociologist David W. Wahl explores the identity work involved in Kay Parker shifting from being a legend of the adult film industry to her current occupation as a metaphysical counselor.

After the death of Iris, her twin sister Dalia tries to erase the dark memories of a life marked by abuse. Yet, an unfinished game of Jenga ties her to the past. Night after night, a disturbing presence returns, dragging Dalia into haunting dreams. As darkness consumes her, Dalia realizes that what haunts her is not Iris, but something that possessed her before she died. Only by understanding the signs her true sister sends from beyond will she be able to end the nightmare. The unbreakable bond between the twins holds the key to winning the game—and finding peace.

This powerful and important film is the first to present an African viewpoint on a culturally explosive issue. Somali filmmaker Soraya Mire knows firsthand about the traditional African practice of female genital mutilation. At thirteen she was subjected to it and spent the next twenty years recovering physically and emotionally from its cruel legacy. Fire Eyes explores the socio-economic, psychological, and medical consequences of this ancient custom which affects more than 80 million women worldwide.