Choosh, also known as Qiushi Yu or 于秋实, was born and raised in China and educated in the United States. He is an artist at the vibrant intersection of cultures and creative expression, exploring the divide between the East and the West. With his academic foundation in Asia Pacific Studies from the University of San Francisco, Choosh embarks on an artistic journey propelled by an insatiable curiosity for the intricate dance that unfolds between Asian and American lifestyles. Choosh crafts writing and directing, and uniquely transmutes personal experiences into compelling visual narratives.

 
 
 

Choosh's work invites the audience to explore the immersive world of immigrant experiences. His most recent film, Go with the Flow, encapsulates the essence of this exploration. The story follows Batubagen, an immigrant who arrives in the Land of the Free. Yet, quickly discovers that freedom comes at a price. Stripped of his former aura and identity as a celebrated master of Khoomei throat singing, Batubagen embarks on a journey to rebuild his self-worth in his new society. Through Batubagen's story, Choosh captures the complexities of the immigrant experience, weaving a poignant tale of resilience and transformation.

Through his lens, Choosh constructs bridges that seamlessly unite divergent stories, forming a harmonious tapestry. As an artist and storyteller, Choosh encapsulates the essence of intertwined lives, beckoning us to peer through open doors into the shared human experience.

 
 

FEATURED PROJECTS

 


Go with the Flow (顺 其 自 然) - Current Film Project

 

North East (东 北) - 2023 Photography

 

Never Lonely (独 处) - 2022 Experimental Short Film Project

 

Kingdom of Island (岛 国) - 2021 Photography

 

The Actress (女 伶) - 2019 Vogue Short Film Project

 

Addiction II (瘾 贰) - 2017 Short Film Project

 

Addiction (瘾) - 2015 Short Film Project