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