Listen Not
2024
United States
5 mins
Chinese
NYC Premiere
Music Video Competition
Hao Li | |
Hao Li | |
Tim Chen, Jen Zhuang |
This music video portrays a couple deeply in love amidst a tumultuous world. The man promises to take the woman away to a better place, but various obstacles prevent him from fulfilling his promise, causing the woman’s love to turn into resentment. In her desperation to escape, she resorts to extreme measures, leading the man to view her actions as a fall from grace. Eventually, the man finds a way to escape with her, and they reconcile. However, as they are about to leave, he is assassinated. Heartbroken, the woman chooses to die with him. As gunshots ring out, she is transported to another era, where she reunites with the man she longs for.

About the Director
Hao Li, from Guangzhou, China, discovered videography by chance in 2015. Self-taught, he became a full-time videographer, starting with weddings and learning to capture key moments in unpredictable settings. He expanded to music videos, short films, and commercials, building his skills in each area. As a passionate cinematographer, Li Hao continually strives to produce satisfying work and remains dedicated to his craft.
Awards
2024 Milan Gold Awards – Best Music Video
2024 CinemaFest – GOLD Award
2024 Oniros Film Awards – Finalist