Artist Statement

My goal as a filmmaker is to create works to show others that as a human being, we really aren’t that much different. I want to produce videos showing the bright side of life. As an abc (American born Chinese) child I went through many obstacles such as bullying, race, poverty and gender issues. There are times where I want to give up in life however, I want to move forward and find the meaning in life. What inspired me to do this is, also ironic at the same time. Video games are the source that inspired me to move forward and yet the one where I want to run to when I can’t face reality. It touches upon politics, family, race, religion, so many subjects you can think of. It really makes one think about the choices one can make and can help realize the situation that’s happening in the world. I love how video games can let you enjoy playing, allowing you to do things that you wouldn’t be able to do in reality. What I want to do with my work is to let people know the situation that is happening around them and giving them options to do something about it. Also, to show that people have the power to do something as well to show that life can be fun if you want it to be. When I make a video I want it to be fun and have an impact on people. Basically I see life as a video game, you only got one life. Do what you can with it.