I had the pleasure of speaking with Imani Nia Robinson, the talented creator and star of the breakout series 3 Blind Mice, and her mother and business partner, Noni Robinson. Baltimore-native Imani brought to life the story of Naeemah, a Black girl adopted by a white family in Massachusetts, who transfers to Patterson College, a fictional HBCU in Baltimore, to reconnect with her roots and explore her cultural identity.
Through her production company, Faith & Purpose Productions LLC, Imani executive produced 3 Blind Mice (watch here), a labor of love that took eight years, 75 script rewrites, and self-producing to bring to life. The company is dedicated to nurturing creative minds—particularly children, young adults, and filmmakers—by instilling faith in oneself and purpose in one’s work, both on-screen and off.
In this conversation, we explore the challenges of indie filmmaking, the impact of TikTok virality, and the importance of positive Black storytelling, inspired by ‘90s classics like A Different World and Living Single. We also dive into the unique mother-daughter creative partnership, casting choices, and the lessons learned from perseverance in the industry.
Whether you’re a fan of indie projects, Black storytelling, or the journey behind bringing a vision to life, this conversation is packed with insights, inspiration, and the passion that makes 3 Blind Mice a must-watch series. Watch our conversation below as well as check out the pilot episode.