Liu Yonghong

Liu Yonghong (simplified Chinese: 刘勇宏; traditional Chinese: 劉勇宏) is a Chinese cinematographer, based in Beijing. His work was recognized at the 23rd Manaki Brothers International Film Camera Festival, for his work as director of photography on Seafood (2001). As well as at the Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema, for his work as director of photography on Blind Shaft (2003). Liu Yonghong was born in 1970 in Luoyang City, Henan Province. He grew up in the aftermath of the Cultural Revolution and during the Reform and Opening Up movement. At 21 Liu went to study architecture at Yangzhou University. After working as an architect for six years he was awarded a place to study Cinematography at the Beijing Film Academy. Liu graduated in 2000 with a master's degree in Cinematography and Film Theory. He attended the Central Academy of Drama and Television Arts from 2001 to 2004 and was awarded a Doctorate in Drama and Operatic Studies.