Obsession

Jiaxi Li is a Chinese filmmaker with an bachelor‘s degree background in Film Directing. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Film and Screen Arts at the University of Sydney. Passionate about the art of cinema, she is dedicated to exploring diverse narrative forms through visual language. She excels in directing, screenwriting, art design, and editor.
In addition to filmmaking, she has also worked as an assistant director at television stations in Shanghai and Guangdong, participating in the production of several major projects, including documentary filming and the recording of the Spring Festival Gala. Through these experiences, she not only gained extensive hands-on experience but also developed a deep understanding of the production process of television programs, the role of a director, and the importance of teamwork.
Her works often revolve around feminist themes, focusing on women’s lived experiences, emotional worlds, and social conditions, while extending to broader social issues such as identity, power structures, and interpersonal relationships. Since 2019, she has actively participated in the creation of multiple narrative short films and documentaries, experimenting with various storytelling and visual styles, including realism, experimental cinema, and poetic narration. With each project, she strives to push her creative boundaries and explore new cinematic possibilities.