Aaron John Tao

TAO/S (Aaron & Winston Tao) are a Chinese-American writing and directing duo. Often known for their emotionally compelling and humanistic approach, their films have a strong emphasis on social causes and have been recognized by Cannes, 1.4, D&D, AICP, SHOTS, Heartland Film Festival, Beijing International Film Festival, and Vimeo Staff Picks, to name a few. "The Rabbit Hole," picked up awards at almost every major festival including 4 Cannes Lions nominations for best direction, script, sound design, and editing and went on to win silver in best direction at Cannes as well as Best Direction at AICP. It was named Ad of the Year in Charity at SHOTS and clinched gold at 1.4 for "On The Cusp of Greatness." Their branded film, "Sleep Well, My Baby," won silver at the Cannes Young Director Awards and was also shortlisted for "Best Short Film." Their other branded films, "Watching," and "SuperMaarko," won them an additional Cannes Young Director Award, the Webby Award for People's Voice, as well as nominations for "Best Emerging Directors," and "Best Narrative," at the One Screen Film Festival, respectively.