After Sunset Productions

Behind the scenes photos from the recently released short film - Echoes of Us

Link to Watch: https://youtu.be/1eJxV9ORmN0?si=2htdXQmI8hzELp3Q

Photographer: Emmanuel Modeste

A look into the process behind capturing culture, rhythm, and everyday life in the British Virgin Islands. 🇻🇬❤️

From all of us at After Sunset Productions, we’re wishing the happiest of birthdays to Smeralda Avril and Amos Pollard. 🥳

Thank you both for your creativity, dedication, and the energy you bring to the team. We’re grateful to have you as part of the After Sunset family. May this new year bring you success, good health, and even bigger wins ahead! 🌅✨

Major Congrats to our leader, Dakarai and our beloved member, Michael for being chosen to represent the BVI at in Film & Media and Poetry. Congratulations and Continue to make not only us but your country proud!!! 🇻🇬🫶🏾

Introducing Emmanuel Modeste, or Manny for short. He’s a 24-year-old creative who has dipped his toes into a variety of creative fields.
An actor, photographer, and music producer/ composer, amongst other things, he aspires to grasp as many skills as possible.

Manny has been making music since high school with his mates and has gained the confidence to start sharing his music in 2018, exploring different genres from different cultures, and learning the workings of music production from beginning to end. Manny has developed a skill for being creative in a slightly different way than usual when it comes to producing and composing songs.

When it comes to photography, Manny has a way of capturing moments in time and preserving memories. Once again, he’s explored the many paths of photography, from event to motorsports. A skill that has been developing for a very long time, he has faced many challenges when it comes to photography.

Emmanuel’s creative mind is heavily influenced by his travels with many tales, stories and experiences to share and many more to make as time goes on.

Introducing a charmingly oddball J’von Smith, maybe known as Vonn Braden.
Aspiring actor, artist, and influencer.

Somewhere between a TikTok scroll and a Sundance dream, J’von exists; part muse, part mayhem, fully committed to the art of standing out. He’s the kind of guy who shows up to an audition with three outfit changes, a monologue, and a metaphor. On-screen, he’s a shapeshifter. Off-screen, he’s either filming content, sipping tea like it’s an Oscar, or reminding you that the glow-up is spiritual and aesthetic.

A walking moodboard with Wi-Fi, J’von doesn’t just create — he curates moments that flirt with genius and laugh at the algorithm. He paints in vibes, acts in truth, and posts with the confidence of someone who already knows the fan edits are coming. Whether he’s channeling emotion through a lens or chaos through captions, one thing’s certain: this isn’t just the beginning of a career. It’s the soft launch of a legend in progress.

💫Meet Kenesha Chesney – known to most as Ken or Ken Ken 💫

She is a 19‑year‑old creative powerhouse, whose talents span acting, scriptwriting, producing, and sports officiating. She produced the award‑winning film Exit Wound, which claimed first place at the 2024 BVI 284 Film Excellence Competition, and starred in The Big Break, earning third place in 2022. Her stage presence is magnetic, Kenesha played Granny in Anansi and the Green Sea Turtles (2022) and portrayed Stefano in BVI Arts’ beachfront production of Shakespeare’s The Tempest in 2023.

In 2025, she broadened her portfolio by placing 2nd in Flow BVI’s Safer Internet Video Competition, showcasing her creative storytelling and commitment to community awareness. A certified BVI referee and honored Virgin Islands Icon Producer, Kenesha effortlessly balances her love for storytelling with her dedication to sports. Whether she's directing a film, acting on stage, officiating games, or producing shows, she continually pushes creative boundaries while staying deeply rooted in her community.

Beyond the screen and the field, Ken is a passionate foodie. She created Eatz w/ Ken, a fun food brand where she travels across the BVI visiting restaurants, food trucks, and hidden gems to rate and review dishes and the experience. A go‑to guide for friends and followers alike, Ken shares firsthand recommendations on where to eat, turning her love for food into yet another creative outlet. This flavorful venture is yet another testament to her zest for life and her storytelling abilities.

Her socials:

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/.kenken?_t=ZM-8yJ2qbrRK8W&_r=1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamcaribb3an?igsh=NDhtaTVteWxyaTdm&utm_source=qr
https://www.instagram.com/notk3n1?igsh=MWh6eWt1MTQ3NmMwOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/165MjVAMwL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Meet Chenica Sommersel: Artist, Storyteller, and Creative Force Behind the Scenes. 🎨✨

From the earliest days of her childhood, creativity has been the heartbeat of Chenica Sommersel’s world. Whether she was coloring, crafting castles from cardboard boxes, or confidently strutting through the house in her sister’s high heels, her imagination always found an outlet. Today, that same spark fuels her career as a multidisciplinary illustration artist.

Working primarily with Procreate, Illustrator, and Linearly Curve, Chenica’s artistic focus revolves around visual storytelling. One of her most personal and ongoing projects, Toka Tola, follows five teenagers making waves on the waters of Tortola—a heartfelt narrative that reflects both her deep cultural roots and love for story-driven art.

But her creativity doesn’t stop there. Chenica is also active in the film and performance industries, with acting and casual modeling credits in productions such as Tales from the Third Pillar (Paradise 48 Film Competition) and Dove’s Little Secrets (284 Excellence Film Competition). More recently, she’s been exploring her musical side, honing her skills as a developing singer.

In addition to her artistic pursuits, Chenica is the founder of Kheni Cloud, a small business offering custom illustrations, printed apparel, stickers, and original paintings. Her brand is an extension of her vision to make imagination tangible and personal.

As a proud member of the Savvy.co production team, Chenica brings her vibrant creativity and artistic versatility to every project. Whether on screen, on canvas, or behind the brand, she continues to carve out her space as a dynamic creative voice in the BVI and beyond.

One team, many talents, here’s Jo-Lyssa Brizan doing what she does best! 👊🏾

Jo-Lyssa Brizan is an emerging talent in the world of film and media, with a background that bridges the gap between creativity and business. Holding a degree in Business Administration, she brings a strategic insight to every project she joins. As a proud member of an all girl creative collective, Savvy.Co, she collaborates on content that blends entertainment, lifestyle, and community storytelling. She also serves on the financial team at After Sunset Production, contributing not only her budgeting and strategic planning skills but also stepping into creative roles behind the scenes.

Working on audio and sound for the film Between the Lines, written by After Sunset Production, marked her first step into hands-on film production. That experience ignited her passion for the technical and storytelling aspects of filmmaking, inspiring her to delve deeper into the world of film production.

Though new to the industry, Jo-Lyssa is driven by curiosity and a commitment to learning, she sees each new project as an opportunity to grow both professionally and artistically.

Part of the heartbeat of our crew – let’s introduce🫀: Smeralda Avril

Smeralda D. Avril is a 24-year-old creative with a passion for scriptwriting, acting, and directing. What started as a love for theater arts—especially acting—naturally grew into a career in film when local opportunities in theater became limited. That shift opened the door to a whole new way of storytelling.

She’s a proud member of Savvy.Co, a fun, driven group of ladies on a mission to share life’s joys through content creation. On top of that, she wears another hat as the Assistant Finance Manager for After Sunset Productions, where she blends her creative side with business know-how.

Smeralda was one of the co-writers behind the award-winning film Exit Wound, and that experience only deepened her drive to tell stories that draw people in and leave a lasting impression. Whether she’s writing, performing, or directing, she’s all about being part of the full creative process and seeing her stories come to life on screen.

For Smeralda, it’s simple: if the story moves people, she’s doing what she was meant to do.

Another piece of the puzzle 🧩: Michael Jefferson

Since the age of 7, Michael Jefferson has been a powerful voice in Caribbean storytelling. What began as poetry has grown into a dynamic journey as a poet, scriptwriter, and actor, each role a testament to his talent, depth, and dedication.

A winner of the 2023 LitFest Poetry Competition and a key member of the first-place team in the 284 Excellence Film Competition with the powerful short film Exit Wound, Michael is no stranger to the spotlight or the written word. Whether he's crafting a screenplay or commanding the screen as a lead actor, he delivers stories with heart, intensity, and purpose.

Michael’s creative portfolio includes standout performances and writing credits in Tides of Brotherhood (Parts One and Two), Exit Wound, and Pathway—projects that reflect not just skill, but a vision for meaningful, resonant storytelling.

As an artist, Michael Jefferson is helping to shape the next wave of creatives. The future of Caribbean film and poetry is bold, passionate, and in gifted hands.