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Midi Z
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Midi Z's achievements lie in his ability to bring Myanmar's stories to the global stage. Ice Poison not only won at Edinburgh but also represented Taiwan at the Oscars, a rare honor for a debut feature. His consistent presence at major festivals like Cannes and Busan underscores his international standing. For a filmmaker working in independent cinema, these milestones are remarkable.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Prominent Director
Taipei Golden Horse Film Academy·2009
Recognized as one of the most prominent directors by the academy.
Records & Feats
First Myanmar-born director to win Best International Film at Edinburgh
Historic First·2014
Midi Z's 'Ice Poison' won Best International Film at the Edinburgh Film Festival in 2014, making him the first Myanmar-born director to achieve this.