Adrian Yang
- Director
- Writer
Adrian Yang is a filmmaker whose work blends emotional depth with visual precision. A graduate of the American Film Institute Conservatory, where he trained in directing, Adrian has developed a distinct voice shaped by his upbringing and a deep respect for underrepresented stories.
His short films have screened at several Oscar-qualifying festivals, including the Pan African Film Festival, HollyShorts, Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, and HBO's New York Latino Film Festival. His screenplay "My Name is Terry" was a semifinalist at the Rhode Island International Film Festival, and his work has twice received honorable mention from the Russo Brothers' No Sleep Til Film Fest.
Adrian's writing has earned praise across the industry. Script readers for Slamdance called his work "stunningly original," while The Black List described it as "remarkable... an emotional tour de force." BlueCat noted his "compelling structure," and Screencraft highlighted his "moments of subtle wisdom."
In addition to filmmaking, Adrian's passion for visual storytelling extends to photography. His images were featured in a 2021 exhibit at Manhattan's Foley Gallery, reflecting his ongoing exploration of narrative through stillness and composition.
His short films have screened at several Oscar-qualifying festivals, including the Pan African Film Festival, HollyShorts, Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, and HBO's New York Latino Film Festival. His screenplay "My Name is Terry" was a semifinalist at the Rhode Island International Film Festival, and his work has twice received honorable mention from the Russo Brothers' No Sleep Til Film Fest.
Adrian's writing has earned praise across the industry. Script readers for Slamdance called his work "stunningly original," while The Black List described it as "remarkable... an emotional tour de force." BlueCat noted his "compelling structure," and Screencraft highlighted his "moments of subtle wisdom."
In addition to filmmaking, Adrian's passion for visual storytelling extends to photography. His images were featured in a 2021 exhibit at Manhattan's Foley Gallery, reflecting his ongoing exploration of narrative through stillness and composition.
