DIRECTORS

Sunny Liu is an award-winning filmmaker, pianist/composer, and animator based in New York,

known for emotionally resonant storytelling that amplifies marginalized voices. A graduate of

Emerson College, The New School, and the School of Visual Arts, her work has been showcased

at prestigious festivals like Tribeca, the Atlanta Film Festival, and DOC NYC, and has reached

global audiences through Amazon Prime and PBS.

With a classical piano background, Sunny infuses her films with a rhythmic sensibility, crafting

narratives that resonate emotionally while maintaining dynamic pacing. This blend of artistic

training and technical expertise allows her to seamlessly take on multiple roles—director,

producer, cinematographer, editor, and sound mixer—approaching each project with precision

and a deeply personal touch.

Sunny's work highlights often-overlooked communities, including individuals with disabilities,

those facing mental illness, food insecurity, undocumented immigrants, and the wrongfully

incarcerated. Through storytelling, she sparks critical conversations that inspire action, whether

by raising awareness, mobilizing communities, or influencing policy. As an active member of

Film Fatales, Women in Film, and the Asian American Documentary Network, Sunny champions

ethical representation, ensuring underrepresented voices are heard and valued.

Looking ahead, Sunny is collaborating on two impactful PBS documentaries and a Hulu film

with Emmy-winning filmmakers Luchina Fisher and Elan Bogarin, alongside Emmy-winning

journalist Karishma Vyas. Committed to storytelling that drives change, she creates films that

move audiences emotionally and empower them to take action. Through mentoring emerging

directors, Sunny fosters a new generation of socially conscious storytellers, ensuring that every

voice finds its place in the shared tapestry of humanity.