Drylongso

Drylongso is a 1998 American coming-of-age drama film directed by Cauleen Smith. The film centers on Pica Sullivan (Toby Smith), a young black photography student living in Oakland, California, who takes pictures of young African American men with the belief they are an "endangered species" due to her fear for their safety. Her nighttime job and struggles in photography class become intertwined with the story of Tobi (April Barnett), a young woman who disguises herself as a man to protect herself from violence. The film deals with issues relating to race, gender, and identity, shot on 16-millimeter film.