Converse x Barriers: Eyes Behind The Stars

Converse x Barriers present "Eyes Behind The Stars" - A short film and visual expression focused on inspirational themes and motifs. Nineteen-year-old Raheem AKA "RA" lives in New York, seeking to understand his purpose as the world around him turns. Unknowingly connected to the universe, RA feels detached from reality. However, this changes once he meets POWER, a wise man that lives on his block. POWER uses his knowledge of the stars and the universe to further guide RA towards a liberated mind. Our first collaboration with Barriers Worldwide details a historical journey using archival imagery and bold graphics, making pivotal moments and figures relevant to the world today. The collection draws inspiration from The North Star, a 19th-century anti-slavery newspaper. Utilizing a star motif as a cohesive link between the story and the two brands, Barriers educates and empowers a new generation with distinct reworks of the Chuck 70, Pro Leather and court ready apparel. CREDITS: RA - Nappy Nappa (@nappynappa) Angel 1 - Selah Hill (@Selah)        Angel 2 - Ja (@gearless.ja) The couple - Lloyd Foster (@_lloydfoster) & Ornella Baganizi (@itsornella) Braider - Eboni Stephens (@ebonistephens1) PEG LEG JOE (HOMELESS MAN) - Drew Duruji (@_icekream) Female Twins - Kameron Townsend (@infinikt) & Karmen Townsend (@karmen.300) Male Twins - The Griggs Brothas (@thegriggsbrothas) Grandmother - Marcia Joseph OG 1 - POWER OG 2 - DAME DASH (@duskopoppington) PRODUCTION: Brand Director - Ba