About
Two lonely, weird kids from different social classes and cultural backgrounds battle over an imagined talking Chinese wooden dragon, leading them on a surreal journey that reshapes their beliefs about their family and themselves.
"Childhood wonders across culture."
Culture, race, social class... The differences between people often end up segregating us into distinct groups. However, on the other side of these differences are similarities: shared experiences, emotions, and dreams. In the children’s wonders, crossing these barriers can sometimes be simple. As adults, how will we react to the challenges posted by the little fierce Loong?
STORY
WHY IT‘S IMPORTANT NOW?
"A WORLD ONLY VISIBLE TO CHILDREN, ONE THAT WE, AS ADULTS, HAVE MISSED."
WRITER\DIRECTOR\EDITOR: ANN ANLAN TAO
Ann Anlan Tao is a director, writer, and editor from Hangzhou, China. She honed her skills in Theater Directing at The Central Academy of Drama and is currently pursuing Film Production at the University of Southern California. Ann worked in the film industry with companies such as Sony, Phoenix Pictures, and Huayi Brothers Media. Her short films have garnered international recognition and awards at film festivals. Ann was also selected to direct the finale of a TV series in which its previous series won a Student EMMY. Ann is a storyteller focused on children, animals, women, and the elderly. She blends technology with narrative to create complex, emotionally rich, and bittersweet stories.
FILMMAKERS
PRODUCER: YENNEFER FANG
Yennefer Fang is a filmmaker, producer, choreographer, dancer, and artist based in Los Angeles. She participated in numerous film projects centered around LGBTQIA groups. In 2017, Yennefer worked as Second Assistant Director in The Eight Hundred, a Chinese historical war drama film. She also co-led a destination commercial for China's Liaoning Province and presented her work for the first time at Times Square in New York City in the following year. She later accumulated her experience in Hollywood by working as an Assistant Producer in Swimming (2017) and joined movements that support more Asian American and minority women representation in the motion picture industry.
PRODUCER: AMIRAH ADEM
Amirah Adem is a filmmaker working on her MFA at the University of Southern California. She is originally from Stone Mountain, Georgia. She is a first-generation South African and Ethiopian American. She looks forward to being a multi-hyphenate creative in Directing, Producing, and Screenwriting. She hopes to represent multicultural stories through every element and genre of film, whether it is sci-fi, thriller, comedy, etc.
PRODUCER: CLAIRE YLAND LI
Claire Yland Li is currently enrolled in the MFA program for film and TV production at the University of Southern California. Claire is a dynamic filmmaker with a diverse background. She was born in the United States but spent her formative years in China, fostering a deep connection to both cultures. Her portfolio boasts numerous short films selected for esteemed film festivals like Indie Short Fest and Hollywood Shortfest, showcasing her talent as both a director and producer. Claire's creative vision is expansive, welcoming all forms of storytelling, yet she harbors a special interest in narratives addressing climate change, bisexuality, immigration, and female perspectives.
VP/VFX SUPERVISOR: LEON PETER CRUZ
Leon Peter Cruz is a seasoned CG Professional and VFX Professor with a rich and diverse career in digital art. His journey began in 2001, venturing into 3D Studio Max, but it was in 2008 that he fully immersed himself in Maya, a pivotal software in 3D animation. This marked the start of his exploration into various software applications intertwined with 3D creation. In 2019, Leon made his mark on the full-feature film 'Mosquito State', which earned him the prestigious Best Visual Effects award at the 2020 Sitges - Catalan International Film Festival. Subsequently, he became an integral part of Motion Picture Company (MPC), contributing to projects useing Epic's 'Unreal Engine' software on Projects like 'Mufasa the Lion King' and 'Snow White', both harnessing Unreal's real-time capabilities. Beyond digital art, Leon excels in traditional mediums and leverages AI Art Generators to amplify his creativity, embodying an unwavering commitment to innovation.
VFX SUPERVISOR/CO-EDITOR: APRIL LIU
April Liu is a film editor and specializes in VFX. She infuses her work with a dash of genuine authenticity and a generous helping of creativity. Her cinematic vision dances on the edges of reality, whisking audiences away on whimsical journeys that tug at the heartstrings. With each project she undertakes, April brings a fresh perspective and an unwavering dedication to the craft of editing, ensuring that her work remains a testament to the power of visual storytelling.
And More Talented KIDS WHO HAVEN'T GROW UP.
"Favorite object when I was a kid:
An old, dirty, pink towel that's been wrapped around me since I was born."
"Favorite object when I was a kid:
A multifunctional pencil case! I love it so much! It made me feel I can do everything with it."
A Red and White teddy bear. I could never sleep without it."
"Favorite object when I was a kid:
"Favorite object when I was a kid:
"Favorite object when I was a kid:
Nintendo DS (I still have it) ."
"Favorite object when I was a kid:
Masters of the Universe."
"Favorite object when I was a kid:
A fake Poke ball."
SOUND: KEVIN REMY
Kevin Remy is collecting degrees from as many different fields as he can. He studied Industrial Design at RISD, Special Education at Long Island University Brooklyn and recently Film and Television Production at USC. The other night he heard a yelp from an animal about 100 yards from his apartment. He was debating if he should go an look for the animal to see if it needs help or to record it the sound of its cry. He decided that listening to the animal would be the most respectful thing he could do because it is late and he didn't know where it was. They bonded that night. Kevin hopes to bring life to the imagination of the characters in Little Fierce Loong as he was not able to do for that mystery animal.
It was a deck of cards. Mysterious."
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: ALICE(MEIEN) LI
Alice Li is a recent Communication Management graduate from USC with marketing experience and specializes in digital media. Alice Li was born in Beijing, China, but has lived in the US for 10 years and has a rich cross-cultural experience. One of her undergraduate majors was Cinema and Media Studies and she developed a strong passion for this industry. She was eager to merge her love of marketing and film.
"Favorite object when I was a kid:
Barbie Doll."
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