Raised in Los Angeles and based in London, filmmaker Ella Ezeike is carving out a distinct visual language rooted in the Black female lens. One that covers universally resonant topics explored through a deeply personal framing. With a lauded body of work spanning acclaimed short films, music videos and commercials, the Nigerian-American talent moves through themes of intimacy, vulnerability, identity and human connection with a narrative-centric approach. 

KIDS LIKE ME CAN DREAM TOO.

is a short film created by Annalisa to inspire children from all backgrounds, particularly those facing challenging circumstances. Drawing from her own experiences, she understands the feeling of being limited by one’s reality.

This film delivers a powerful message to young viewers: their struggles are shaping them into the individuals they are meant to become, and their dreams are achievable. Through the voices of those with similar journeys, the film highlights the importance of resilience, hope, and the courage to pursue one’s aspirations.

Through her lens focused on Lisbon's highly stigmatised and deprived neighbourhood, Cova da Moura, Marie-Louise shares the stories of a place and community that built its home with their bare hands in the ‘70s.