
Ed Wu
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Ed Wu. Orange Mohawk Cinematographer. Classically-trained Violinist. Ultimate Frisbee Athlete. Cat lover. Ed was recognized as one of the Rising Stars of Cinematography in the February 2017 issue of American Cinematographer. In 2016, he was also selected to be a part of Variety's Below-the-Line Impact Report - Up Next Category. An honorary Hoosier from Long Island, NY, Ed transplanted to Los Angeles in search of uncovering and learning the magic behind visual storytelling. To refine his craft, Ed was accepted to study at the prestigious American Film Institute, receiving an MFA in cinematography. Through his experiences as a cinematographer and wanderer of the world, he's seen the power of an image and constantly continues to search for the perfect frame to tell the story.
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Slanted (2026)
Director of Photography

Mother of the Bride (2024)
Director of Photography

End of the Road (2022)
Director of Photography

Maximum Ride (2016)
Director of Photography

Bad Match (2017)
Director of Photography

Blast Beat (2021)
Director of Photography

Tone-Deaf (2019)
Director of Photography

Linoleum (2023)
Director of Photography

Ponyboi (2025)
Director of Photography

Paper Tiger (2020)
Director of Photography

Sleight (2017)
Director of Photography
Harvest Moon (—)
Director of Photography

Key of Genius (—)
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