ABOUT THE FILMMAKER
Raey Ang is an award-winning writer, and director. Born and raised in Singapore, Raey has wanted to make films since she was 15. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Hons.) from York University, where she cultivated her passion for storytelling through visual art and sound design. Her films are celebrated for their vibrant color palettes, symmetrical compositions, and immersive soundscapes, making her one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary experimental cinema.
Raey’s award-winning films have been showcased at various prestigious film festivals, earning accolades such as the Merit Award at the Canada Shorts Film Festival for her short film AXIS (2015), Best Experimental Film at the Toronto Shorts International Film Festival for Reprise (2019), and Outstanding Achievement in Best Director for Anna (2021) at the World Film Carnival Singapore. Raey’s work often features inclusive and diverse casts, with a focus on queer narratives and underrepresented voices. Her films reflect her belief that sound is 51% of film, integrating dynamic sound design with visually compelling storytelling.
Raey’s most notable work, Reprise (2019), garnered widespread acclaim, winning "Best Experimental Film" at several festivals, including Toronto Shorts International Film Festival and Florence Film Awards. She also received numerous accolades as a director, including Best Director (Female) at the Independent Shorts Awards and Best Indie Filmmaker at the Global Film Festival Awards. Her latest film, Clouded (2023) is now on the festival circuit.
After a decade in the Toronto film scene, Raey is now preparing to make her debut feature film. Her innovative approach and commitment to inclusive representation have made her a rising talent in both experimental and LGBTQ+ cinema. With her first feature project on the horizon, Raey is poised to continue shaping the future of independent filmmaking with her distinctive voice and vision. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, snapping Polaroids and Formula 1.
ACCOLADES
Winner of Best Director (Female)
Independent Shorts Awards 2019
Winner of Best Indie Filmmaker
Global Film Festival Awards 2019
Outstanding Achievement - Best Director
World Film Carnival Singapore 2021
Class of 2020, Pendance Film Festival - Directors’ Lab
One of twelve that were selected across Canada
Quarter Finalist - Feature Script Category
New York International Screenplay Awards 2021
Published in “What We Burn For”
An anthology series featuring 25 Singaporean creatives, a collaboration between Writing The City & Atelier Arcadia