Lola Mei Ellis is an award-winning filmmaker based in NYC. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Film Studies and Political Science from Boston College.

Ellis has directed, shot, and produced short films that have showcased at film festivals nationally.

Inaugural John Michalczyk Social Justice Award | 2026

Boston College Arts Council Student Arts Award | 2026

Boston Globe’s Inaugural GlobeDocs Emerging Filmmaker Award | 2024

Best Student Director, Independent Shorts Awards LA Film Festival | 2024

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