Apo W. Bazidi

Apo W. Bazidi was born in Eastern Turkey to Kurdish parents. He is an award-winning filmmaker who has been interested in storytelling and writing since he was a child. After immigrating to San Francisco, Apo met his mentor, Angelo Ciaffi, who inspired and encouraged him to pursue his passion for a career in film. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Film & Television Production from the University of Southern California in 2011. Apo's films are primarily concerned with social issues and the importance of global cultural interactions. His most recent work, Resistance is Life, won 8 festival awards for best documentary feature. Apo believes in making a positive change and his lifelong motto is "Be creative and inspire". Aside from his personal films, Apo has also worked on a variety of narrative films, documentaries, and commercials inside and outside of Hollywood.