Neither Donkey Nor Horse: An Exclusive Screening & Afternoon of Art Film and Connection
On Sunday 8 December 2024, we gathered at Yashian Schauble’s stunning private art gallery residence from Australia China Art Foundation for an exclusive screening of Neither Donkey Nor Horse, the powerful Student Academy Award-winning short film directed by Robin Wang.
The film depicts the outbreak of the 1910 Manchurian Plague, a young Chinese doctor named Dr. Wu Lien Teh (played by Chris Pang from Crazy Rich Asians) who must defy prejudices of both the East and the West to advocate for his groundbreaking theory on the disease’s evolution. The film delves into how difficult it is to hold on to the pursuit of truth with colonialism, prejudice, and racial divide, and it reminds us that truth is worth pursuing, and may be the only medicine that can heal world divisions.
Congratulations Robin Wang and the cast and crew of Neither Donkey Nor Horse for a sensational screening!
Executive produced by Ellen Eliasoph, the film highlighted the power of storytelling to educate and challenge perspectives, celebrating Asian talent both on and off the screen.
🎬 Highlights of the night included:
MC and moderator Josh Chye from MIFF to shine a spotlight on elevating Asian Australian film talent
Asian-Australian Actor Chris Pang (Crazy Rich Asians) sharing his journey from Melbourne to Hollywood
Insights from Ellen Eliasoph, a trailblazing Hollywood executive bridging East and West
Reflections from our Founder Lisa Wang and Creative Producer Christopher Kam on the importance of
representation in the screen industryBeautiful surroundings of world-class art pieces from Australia China Art Foundation
Special thanks to De Bortoli Wines for keeping the conversations flowing and perfectly complementing this creative evening.
A huge thank you to everyone involved for creating such a magical event. Let’s continue building momentum for more diverse and inclusive storytelling.
Ellen Eliasoph and Chris Pang, 2024
Josh Chye presenting at Yashian Schauble’s stunning private art gallery residence.
Lisa Wang, Founder of Screen Presence, presenting the award-winning film Neither Donkey Nor Horse, 2024
Josh Chye presenting at the exclusive screening of Neither Donkey Nor Horse, 2024
