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Ebony Blanding doesn't just tell stories, she builds worlds.
Through memory, family, womanhood, spirituality, and the layered realities of Black life, her work invites audiences into stories that feel intimate, imaginative, and deeply human.
Her debut feature film, A Mess of Memories brings a bold visual voice to a story about what we inherit, what we carry, and what it can take to begin again.
Developed through Trilith Institute’s Emerging Creative in Residence program, the film represents a powerful milestone: the first feature produced with Trilith Institute.
We’re proud to spotlight Ebony Blanding and the visionary work behind A Mess of Memories.
07/06/2026
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06/30/2026
We’re proud to share that A Mess of Memories has been officially selected for the .
Written and directed by Ebony Blanding, this powerful family drama follows four estranged siblings as they return home and confront not only the clutter left behind, but the grief, history, and unspoken truths their family has been carrying for years.
As Ebony’s feature film debut and the first feature film produced by Trilith Institute, A Mess of Memories represents the kind of storytelling we’re honored to champion: deeply human, emotionally layered, and rooted in the power of emerging creatives bringing bold stories to the screen.
We’re grateful to see this film recognized by a festival that celebrates the depth, range, and brilliance of Black cinematic storytelling.
Congratulations to Ebony and the entire cast and crew. Detroit, here we come.
Meet our AMAZING summer interns! ☀️🎬
This summer, we’re excited to welcome Melissa, Nancy, Gabi, and Ayla to Trilith Institute.
Melissa is a Georgia College & State University graduate with a BBA in Marketing and a passion for film. She’s excited to combine her love for marketing and film while learning more about the town and creative community she fell in love with on her very first visit.
Nancy is a recent graduate of Clayton State University with a degree in Film Production. She’s eager to learn more about Trilith and put her skills to work in a studio environment.
Gabi first connected with Trilith Institute during Minimester, an experience that helped shape her development as a young filmmaker. Now, as a summer intern, she’s excited to help connect other students with similar transformative educational opportunities.
Ayla is a rising junior at SCAD Atlanta studying Film & Television with a minor in Dramatic Writing. With a heart for preproduction, story development, and production management, she’s excited to get an inside look at how Trilith Studios operates from the business side.
We’re so glad to have them with us this summer. Help us give them a warm welcome!
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