2025
Documentary

Fearlessli

Lee Li
After her gender identity was denied in her homeland, Lee Li, a transgender asylum seeker, was forced to leave her country, family, and language to embark on a journey toward belonging, freedom, and self-empowerment.

The Film Makers

Lee Li

Lee Li

Director

Lee Li is an award-winning filmmaker and journalist based in Aotearoa New Zealand. Drawing from her unique experience as a Chinese diaspora and transgender asylum seeker, Li makes films that amplify the voice of the voiceless. “For many of my subjects and characters, their voice is not one of the millions but the voice of millions.” Li is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Screen Production at the University of Auckland.

Lee Li

Lee Li

Producer

Lee Li is an award-winning filmmaker and journalist based in Aotearoa New Zealand. Drawing from her unique experience as a Chinese diaspora and transgender asylum seeker, Li makes films that amplify the voice of the voiceless. “For many of my subjects and characters, their voice is not one of the millions but the voice of millions.” Li is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Screen Production at the University of Auckland.

Tyler Redmond

Tyler Redmond

Producer

Tyler Redmond is a self-taught filmmaker and cinematographer driven by an enduring passion for visual storytelling. Having worked across more than a hundred film sets, he brings hands-on experience and a deep understanding of the craft to every project. Based in Auckland, he’s built a career spanning TV commercials, music videos, weddings, and short films — with his work featured in the New Zealand International Film Festival and awarded Best International Student Film at the AFIN International Film Festival. His cinematography has also been recognised by the New Zealand Cinematographers Society (NZCS) Awards, celebrating his distinctive visual style and dedication to authentic, emotionally resonant storytelling. Constantly seeking new ways to push creative boundaries, Tyler is committed to shaping stories that connect, challenge, and inspire audiences both locally and abroad.