Interview With Z Cher Aimé (Creator of Captain Zero)

By Justin D Williams

Join us for an in-depth conversation with writer, director, and voice actor Z Cher-Aimé, the visionary behind the powerful animated short Captain Zero: Into the Abyss Part II, which premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Festival. In this interview, Z opens up about the emotional journey of teen superhero Xerxes Hughes. Tackling mental health and therapy in Black communities through animation. Collaborating with legendary voice talents like Keith David.