Steve Greisen

Steve Greisen is a celebrated documentary filmmaker, whose career has spanned several decades and garnered over 70 awards, including five special Telly Awards for the best work in the past 25 years. Greisen’s exceptional ability to tell compelling and inspiring stories has earned him a place among the greats in documentary filmmaking. Early Life and Influences Steve Greisen's journey into filmmaking began in the unique and culturally rich environment of Hong Kong, where he grew up. This early exposure to diverse perspectives and stark realities profoundly shaped his worldview and approach to storytelling. Witnessing the aftermath of World War II, the oppressive regime of Mao Zedong, and the desperate escapes of people swimming across the South China Sea to flee China's turmoil, Greisen found himself surrounded by real-life drama more compelling than any Hollywood script. These experiences instilled in him a deep appreciation for human resilience and the power of hope, themes t...