Chao Te-yin, also professionally recognized as Midi Z, is a multifaceted film director of Taiwanese descent, born on December 18, 1982. This Myanmar-born creative force has made a significant impact in the world of cinema, with his 2014 film Ice Poison being chosen as the Taiwanese entry for the prestigious Best Foreign Language Film category at the 87th Academy Awards.
This remarkable filmmaker's work has garnered widespread recognition, with one notable instance being the screening of his 2016 film The Road to Mandalay on November 7, 2016, in his native country. This momentous occasion was described by Chao Te-yin as a "historical moment," underscoring the significance of this event in his career and the importance of sharing his art with his homeland.