Mahalia Belo is a British film and television director whose work includes short films, feature‑length productions, and television series. She gained prominence for directing the short film "The Antidote" (2015), which received praise at several film festivals. Belo subsequently directed the feature‑length drama "The Long Song" (2021), an adaptation of the novel by Andrea Levy, for which she earned a nomination for Best Directing – Fiction at the 2022 BAFTA Television Awards.
In television, Belo has directed episodes of series such as "Killing Eve," "The Crown," and "The Great." Her direction is noted for its emphasis on character development and visual storytelling. Belo has also been involved in the development of new projects, including a planned feature film adaptation of the novel "The End of the Ocean" (in pre‑production as of 2023).
Mahalia Belo studied at the National Film and Television School (NFTS) in the United Kingdom and has been active in the industry since the mid‑2010s. She is a member of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) and has participated in panels and mentorship programs supporting emerging filmmakers.
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