Welcome to MBTL Studios — short for Melanin Behind the Lens — where storytelling, culture, and creativity collide. Founded by filmmaker Sophia L. Ellis, MBTL Studios is a production company dedicated to bringing untold stories to life through film, photography, and visual media. Every project we create centers authenticity, representation, and purpose — from groundbreaking horror to heartfelt drama and bold experimental work. Whether you’re here to explore our films, partner on a project, or be inspired by the art of storytelling, MBTL Studios invites you to see the world through a new lens.