Film
As a filmmaker, my goal is to cast a spotlight on those who are often ignored and lost.
Through my film, I seek to create impartial narratives that reveal the harsh realities faced by individuals enduring adversity.
劫, Self-Deconstruction
The film follows the journey of the protagonist (Kisa), who has severe mental disorders: depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The story will follow the protagonist’s misfortune, drowning in this endless nightmare. Interspersed between the misty world and confusion reality, what is real? Can she escape? The purpose of this story is to offer the audience an immersive experience that will provide insight into the traumatic internal world of the dancer herself.
Behind the Scene Documentary of "劫, Self-Deconstruction"
Behind the Scenes of "劫, Self-Deconstruction" offers an intimate look into the creative journey of this award-winning dance film. From the concept development to the final shoot, the documentary captures the process, challenges, and emotions explored by the cast and crew as they bring a powerful story of identity, trauma, and transformation to life.
Unearthly Shadows
Unearthly Shadows is an original production devised by the ensemble that blends physical theatre, dance, and puppets. Join us for this chilling dance theatre performance where mysterious forms leap on the edge of shadows with eerie grace. Brace yourself for an immersive experience that challenges your preconceptions of fear and fascination that is beyond words.
please calm my mind
“Please calm my mind” is a dance film about the quiet weight of depression — when even leaving your room feels impossible. It’s about the struggle, and the slow, aching hope of trying to begin again.
Dear Kisa
“Dear Kisa” is a short abstract dance film that talks about the afterlife of a lost soul and her deepest anguish and despair. The poetic obscurity and subtle movement sum up all the trauma from her past.
“Dear Kisa,
Thank you for being here, with me.“
Filtered Realities
Filtered Realities follows Emma, Jessi, and Brad as they navigate the pressures of social media's beauty ideals, ultimately embarking on a transformative journey toward self-acceptance, vulnerability, and inner strength.
25
being an artist is hard,
being a young professional is hard,
being a woman of color is hard,
but I’m grateful that I have these amazing women by my side through this rough time,
I’m blessed to meet these talented creative friends,
who shared the same passion, value, and perspective with me during my time in Tallahassee.
this film is to me,
and to all these people my age,
It's ok to feel overwhelmed,
It's ok that you don’t know which path to choose,
It's ok to only focus on yourself.
Healing is hard,
But please don't be scared.
Knowing that you're loved,
And you are exactly where you are supposed to be,
And doing exactly what you supposed to do.
I love you.
SPACE
playing around angles and edits.
This Love
This dance film explores sexual orientation through my true life story, highlighting the discrimination and hyper-sexualization faced by other LGBTQ individuals.
depression is an island
"depression is an island" talks about filmmaker’s lived experience with depression, anxiety, and PTSD—where each day feels like surviving alone on an island.
New World
This dance film talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic changes expectations about our world, our life, and our future. It brings us a tremendous shift in our understanding and perspective of society, relationships, humanity, and community. It makes us reconsider the meaning of life, globalized mental health awareness, social and political issues.
"How are we humans survive in this disaster? Where is home? What is the definition of home? How rebuilding could be imagined? How do we cope well enough to get through this painful and traumatic day?"
Vibration
A “COVID production,” exploring site-specific performance.
US
Choreographed by Linxin “Kisa” Li. This dance film is about owning your sensitivity, your sexuality, and your vulnerability. In the end, we are all just human.
Based in San Diego, CA, USA