Elijah “Eli” Moss
Eli Moss is a Chicago-born filmmaker based in Los Angeles whose work blends visual poetry with socially rooted storytelling. A graduate of the prestigious Morehouse College with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & Performance and Philosophy, he is currently earning his MFA in Film & Television Production at Loyola Marymount University.
Eli’s body of work includes the award-winning short films Otis’ Dream and Losing Daphne, as well as his most recent project, Sadness of Men, which screened at the Miami Black Film Festival and the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival. His creative reach extends beyond the U.S, most recently to Senegal, where he directed Blue Note, a transcultural exploration of music and African diasporic identity. Collaborating with a range of artists, Eli sought to capture how rhythm, memory, and heritage intertwine to tell a story that bridges continents and generations. The film will premiere early next year.
Rooted in a family with a deep civil rights legacy, Eli’s work consistently explores identity, justice, and the complexity of the human condition. With experience spanning writing, directing, and producing both narrative and documentary projects, he approaches every story with a sharp visual language, deep empathy, and a commitment to amplifying voices across cultures.
About SADNESS OF MEN
Logan Jr., a rancher grappling with the trauma of an abusive childhood, spirals when he learns he’s about to become a father, fearing he may repeat the cycle of violence. Through confronting painful memories and finding solace in his growing family, he embarks on a journey to break free from the past and build a future of love and hope.
