Emily Ong Shuyi (they/them) is a Malaysian filmmaker and artist invested in decolonisation and community. Their work explores multiplicity and transformation in identity during a time of intense environmental shift. Emily's latest film, My Sister is a Butterfly (2024) made its festival premiere at Raindance Film Festival 2025.
Emily’s directorial debut, Abantu—同人 (2022) made its international premiere at Aesthetica Short Film Festival 2023. As a co-producer and director of photography, Emily's work has screened at various festivals including London Short Film Festival, BFI Future Film Festival, Norwich Film Festival and MINIKINO.
