Albert Yao is Head of Acquisition & Sales at Swallow Wings Films, a leading independent film distributor in Taiwan. With over 16 years of experience, he specializes in international film acquisition, theatrical distribution of arthouse films and documentaries, overseas sales and co-production. He co-produced Snow in Midsummer, which premiered at Venice Days in 2023.
Founded in 1976, Swallow Wings Films celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026 as one of Taiwan's leading independent film distributors, specializing in international arthouse and award-winning cinema. The company acquires and distributes films from around the world, with a strong focus on European and Asian cinema. Its activities also include international sales of Taiwanese films, festival programming, marketing and film production. Its recent theatrical releases include Sentimental Value, The Secret Agent and La Chimera. The company also has a strong track record in documentary distribution, with titles such as Faces Places, Free Solo, For Sama and On the Adamant. Swallow Wings Films also co-produced Snow in Midsummer, which premiered at Venice Days in 2023.