Yang Qian to Lead Cymatics Digital's 'My Life in LA' Short Film Production
TL;DR
Cymatics Digital gains competitive advantage by securing acclaimed producer Yang Qian to lead their internationally positioned short film with an award-winning creative team.
Yang Qian oversees script development, manages production logistics, secures financing, and directs post-production workflow to ensure the film meets international standards.
This coming-of-age film explores universal themes of resilience and belonging, potentially inspiring audiences worldwide through its emotional narrative of childhood survival.
The film features earthquake simulation scenes and brings together award-winning talents including an ACE Eddie-winning editor for this ambitious short production.
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Cymatics Digital LLC has announced that acclaimed producer Yang Qian will serve as Lead Producer for "My Life in LA," the company's upcoming short film project. This marks the sixth installment in Cymatics Digital's production slate and represents a significant commitment to collaborating with world-class talent in the film industry.
Yang Qian will hold primary creative, managerial, and financial authority over the production, with responsibilities spanning from script development to global distribution strategy. Her role is central to both the development and execution of the film, as well as its artistic identity and ultimate success. The producer will oversee script development to ensure compelling storytelling aligned with international standards while managing the film's celebrated roster of collaborators.
The 15-20 minute coming-of-age film follows Charlie, an 11-year-old boy in Los Angeles navigating neglect, childhood fears, and resilience amidst emotional and environmental instability. Scheduled to begin filming on September 21, 2027, with completion targeted for April 15, 2028, the narrative highlights universal themes of survival and belonging, positioning the project for broad appeal within the international festival circuit.
Yang Qian's production responsibilities include assembling and managing the film's creative team, which includes award-winning cinematographer Siwei Li, production designer Yun Gu, and ACE Eddie Award-winning editor Guanqing Lin. She will also supervise production management, ensuring compliance with child performer protections and rigorous safety protocols for earthquake simulation scenes depicted in the film.
The producer will lead all financing, sponsorship, and grant negotiations to secure the production's structure and viability. During post-production, she will direct workflow from editorial to sound and color, with a focus on elevating the narrative's emotional authenticity. Finally, Yang Qian will create the festival submission and global distribution strategy to secure recognition for the film at distinguished international showcases.
The production brings together a notable team of globally-recognized collaborators under Yang Qian's leadership. Director Florian "Yifeng" Ling, known for his acclaimed short "Pay It," remarked that having Yang Qian as lead producer gives him confidence that the film will reach its full potential. The creative team includes cinematographer Siwei Li, recipient of AbelCine's Fresh Perspectives in Cinematography Grant, production designer Yun Gu, celebrated for cross-disciplinary creative work, and editor Guanqing Lin, a recognized talent at A24 and recipient of the American Cinema Editors Eddie Award.
This collaboration reflects industry recognition and prestige, affirming "My Life in LA" as a professional and artistic benchmark in short-form cinema. The project represents Cymatics Digital's ongoing commitment to creating distinguished, impactful, and globally resonant visual stories with emphasis on originality and cross-cultural narratives. More information about the company's work can be found at https://www.cymaticsdigital.com.
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