Heyishi Zhang

Heyishi Zhang (she/her) is a Chinese Canadian filmmaker who is interested in telling chaotic and complex stories about subjects beyond the margins. Her most notable project is Gay Mean Girls (2 seasons), an autofictional digital series that she created and directed. Both seasons premiered at TIFF Next Wave and were distributed by Shaftesbury and Revry. The second season was nominated for 3 Canadian Screen Awards for Best Web Program, Best Writing, and Best Directing. Season 2 has received over 33 accolades internationally and screened at Oscar qualifying festivals. Gay Mean Girls originated from Zhang’s 2015 viral short film with the same title and garnered over 4 million online views. Heyishi is a Telefilm Talent to Watch recipient. Her work has been showcased on Global TV, Elle Canada, Rookie Mag, SheDoesTheCity, Leste, and more. Heyishi is obsessed with the truth.