Professional Background
Mary Cao is a Canada-based international film producer with over 20 years of experience. She is the sole Asian partner of Italian legendary producer Mario Cotone and founder of the Sino-Euro Women's Film Festival. Her work spans feature films, documentaries, and cultural exchange initiatives. She has produced notable films including The Last Emperor, Life is Beautiful, Malèna, and Two Tigers, and received the International Expert Prize at Waseda University Metaverse Conference in Japan (2024).
Areas of Expertise
Film ProductionInternational FilmDocumentary FilmmakingCultural ExchangeFestival Organization
Professional Experience
Film Producer
Huohong Pictures & Liding Films
2005 - Present
Leading international film production and cultural exchange
Key Achievements
- Founded Sino-Euro Women's Film Festival
- Produced notable films including The Last Emperor, Life is Beautiful
- International Expert Prize at Waseda University Metaverse Conference (2024)
- Board positions at China International PR Association and Macau Film Association
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