Gaoyang

Yanghuixiao Gao (Gaoyang), an independent filmmaker based in the United States, holds a Master's Degree in Film and Media Art from Emerson College. Her cinematic endeavors delve into themes of personal growth with a universal resonance and a distinctly feminine sensibility.

Her latest narrative short film, "What If," has garnered acclaim, earning official selection status at the Oscar-Qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival and BIFA qualifying Directors Notes. Additionally, it stands as a Semi-Finalist at the Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival and has been shortlisted by the Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia.

Gaoyang's previous works have also received notable recognition, including accolades from the Asian Film Festival, Seattle Asian American Film Festival, Hollywood New Directors, LA Documentary Film Festival, New York City Independent Film Festival, and New York International Film Award.

Director | Writer | Cinematographer

Awards

  • HollyShorts Film Festival (Oscar® Qualifying), Official Selection

  • Directors Notes (BIFA Qualifying), Official Selection

  • Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival (BATFA, Oscar® Qualifying), Semi-Finalist

  • Asian Film Festival, Los Angeles Hollywood, Short Film, Official Selection

  • Andromeda Film Festival, Best Documentary Film, Award Winner

  • Florence Film Festival, Best Short Documentary, Finalist

  • Hollywood New Directors, Narrative Short, Official Selection

  • LA Documentary Film Festival, Official Selection

  • New York City Independent Film Festival, Documentary Short, Official Selection

  • New York International Film Awards, Documentary Short, Official Selection

  • Oregon Short Film Festival, Drama Micro Film, Official Selection

  • Peak City International Film Festival, Directing Micro Shorts, Award Winner

  • Ridgewood International Film Festival, Student Film, Official Selection

  • Seattle Asian American Film Festival, Narrative Short, Official Selection

  • Tryon International Film Festival, Best Short Dramatic Film, Official Selection