Tchao Films is owned by May Tchao.
A passionate and resourceful producer, May takes her projects from concept to finish often wearing many hats from shooting to editing. Her network of filmmaking associates allows her to work with the best and brightest and to consult with documentary power house Kartemquin Films for production. Prior to becoming a documentary filmmaker, May spent a career in creative leadership and consulting positions for Chicago-based advertising agencies.
A believer in “learning by doing” she honed her craft by collaborating with top talents to explore stories and issues dear to her heart. SPILLED WATER is her debut documentary. It has garnered international awards and recognition and was broadcast at Chicago's PBS WTTW and at San Francisco’s KQED.