Nanfu Wang is an accomplished filmmaker, currently residing in New York City, renowned for her outstanding work in the documentary film genre. Her feature documentary, I Am Another You, made its world premiere at the SXSW 2017 documentary feature competition, showcasing her exceptional storytelling abilities.
Wang's feature debut, Hooligan Sparrow, received international recognition, being shortlisted for the prestigious 2017 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Following its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in 2016, Hooligan Sparrow was released theatrically across North America, and later made available on various digital platforms, including POV, Netflix, Amazon, and iTunes.
Throughout her career, Wang has garnered an impressive array of accolades, exceeding twenty awards internationally. Notable recognitions include a Cinema Eye Honor, a George Polk Award, and the Truer than Fiction Award at the Independent Spirit Awards. Her exceptional work has been acknowledged by the International Documentary Association, who honored her with the 2016 Emerging Filmmaker Award.
