#TMI Comedy Series

Created & Written by Ashlei Shyne

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Logline: An out and proud bisexual woman with a penchant for oversharing navigates the chaotic world of dating, friendship, and career aspirations, learning that love and acceptance come in unexpected forms.

DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT

After years of relentless pursuit in the vibrant comedy scene of Los Angeles, I unearthed a glaring void: an absence of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ representation that echoes throughout both the comedy community and mainstream media. This stark realization ignited a fire within me—a determination to wield my unique perspective and comedic prowess as a powerful weapon against homophobia, racism, bi-erasure, and bi-phobia. I am committed to amplifying the kaleidoscope of voices within our LGBTQ+ rainbow, giving rise to narratives that have long been silenced.

Enter #TMI, a groundbreaking, women-driven series that centers on Aaliyah—a bold, out-and-proud Black bisexual woman who unapologetically owns her identity. This series is not just a story; it’s a celebration of the exquisite beauty found in Black and Brown love, the vibrancy of queer BIPOC voices, body positivity, and the rich tapestry of our transgender and non-binary siblings.

With #TMI, I firmly believe that audiences will not only hear these stories; they will feel them deeply, recognizing themselves in the characters who have been relegated to the shadows for far too long. My hope is that this series will illuminate the multifaceted realities of bisexuality, reclaiming the narratives that mainstream media has distorted or disregarded for decades. Together, let’s shine a radiant light on our communities, fostering connection, understanding, and love in all its forms.

-Ashlei Shyne

#TMI STILLS

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Fox MacLachlan, the artist behind the gorgeous artwork featured in #TMI.

MEET FOXGIRL MAGIC

Fox is a Los Angeles based artist and actress. Her art is deeply autobiographical - as she pulls from her unstable childhood, desires, fears and deepest wishes. With bright colors, the female figure, mixed media, graphic elements and often words, she expresses these stories as whimsical characters caught in moments of reflection. Her passion lies in diving deep into diverse representation of all women, and female empowerment: the struggles, the narratives, the expectations, the dreams and the longing of women to be free - in every sense. At times she doesn't feel she has control over what inspires her, but when it arrives - she listens and paints.

She has exhibited in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland, Santa Barbara and Seattle. Fox’s art has been described as having duende [spirit, blood, passion, depth - having a visceral element] and quoted as " ... Warhol gone erotic." - Marin Independent Journal.

“I love being an artist. I get to be raw, naked, vulnerable and bold... and then I get to share it with the world. This scares me and exhilarates me. My desire is to voice my truest-self and to hopefully be a voice for those who don’t have one.”

Fox