[Chinese-born; NYC & Shanghai-timezone] Xiao / 啸 is not just a name but a roar of lions in Chinese. As a versatile director and editor, Xiao’s films delve into his generation's vulnerability, reflecting self-perceptions and interconnections. Constantly seeking to explore the boundaries of innovation in filmmaking, his work is a testament to his passion for visual storytelling and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects.

[Recognition] Asian American Film Festival, Beverly Hills Film Festival, New York Asian Film Festival, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, NOWNESS, SHOWStudio
[If you were directing a space-themed film set in a small town, what would you imagine?] I would loooove to create a story about an outcast pop star who teams up with their friends to battle an intangible dark force in liminal space. /instagram: @xiiiaoh