JOHN BAO

Filmmaker, Writer, Photographer

About Me

I’m an aspiring screenwriter/filmmaker who likes to explore the bizarre aspects of our world and shed new light on real issues from unreal perspectives. I like to explore themes relating to memory, perception, and possibilities.


Currently in a science-fiction screenwriting lab, developing a pilot for a series and exploring themes about healing and unlearning.

I’m also part of the writing collective, Writers In Trees, with the guidance of Ann Y.K. Choi. Writers in Trees is a safe and collaborative space for aspiring and emerging writers, currently writing an anthology.


I do photography during my travels or whenever I see something that catches my eye. I use my photography to inform my visual storytelling, observing urban systems, the interweaving of nature and man-made structures, and relationships from an outsider’s view.


Although I’m in the film industry, I graduated from the University of Toronto with a HBSc. in Cognitive Science & Psychology. I have lots of other hobbies besides film like music, gaming, anime/manga, cooking, and fitness. I’d love to connect with you and either pick your brain or bond over one of my interests.