LUNA ZHANG – SHE SPOTLIGHT
- Johanna K. Lumi
- May 7
- 3 min read
Producer / Film Finance Expert | President, Celes Luna Holding
In this She Spotlight, Johanna sits down with Luna Zhang - an independent producer and President of Celes Luna Holding, specialising in film financing, deal structuring and international partnerships. With experience spanning large-scale productions and independent projects, her work is driven by a commitment to meaningful storytelling, alongside a strong focus on diversity, inclusion and women’s empowerment in the industry.
You’ve built your career around film financing, deal structuring and international collaboration. Looking back, what first drew you into this space, and what kind of change are you hoping to make through your work now?
I am an independent producer specialising in film financing, deal structuring and international partnerships.
My work focuses on supporting meaningful storytelling and amplifying diverse voices. With experience on films exceeding $100 million in budget, alongside an entrepreneurial background, I bring a strategic perspective to financing and developing projects at an international scale.
I am also a strong advocate for women’s empowerment, as well as diversity and inclusion within the industry.
You’re currently focusing on women’s empowerment and building more inclusive environments within the industry. What are you stepping into right now, and why does it matter at this stage?
My main focus right now is women’s empowerment within the industry, as well as fostering environments that prioritise diversity and inclusion.
This is important because creating space for underrepresented voices is essential to the future of storytelling and the industry as a whole.
From the outside, your work can appear very strategic and high-level. What’s something people wouldn’t necessarily see about your journey?
For me, it’s about constantly moving forward and going to the next level.
As you come into Cannes this year, what does the festival represent to you right now, and what are you hoping to make happen while you’re there?
At Cannes, my focus is on sharing knowledge and building connections.
I will be speaking about producing feature films, demystifying film financing, packaging and distribution for independent films, and participating in panel discussions.
I will also be presenting a short film I executive produced, which has been selected for an official section at the Cannes Film Festival, as well as meeting new talent for potential collaborations and supporting ongoing projects.
At the same time, I will be working on closing deals for current productions.
You’ve spoken about supporting women’s voices within your work. What does “building collective power” mean to you in practice, and who are you hoping to connect with next?
Supporting women’s voices is a key component of my work at Celes Luna Holding.
I am open to meeting individuals and collaborators who align with these values and who are interested in creating meaningful partnerships within the industry.
Luna Zhang will be joining the She Squad at Cannes 2026.
ABOUT THE INTERVIEWER
Johanna K. Lumi is a Finnish-born, London-based actress and interviewer working across the UK, Nordic and wider European film industries. With an active career in acting and experience across directing, casting and production, she has also conducted red carpet interviews at the Finnish Oscars, bringing an industry-insider perspective to her work.
At the Marché du Film 2026, she is conducting interviews for Yes She Cannes, spotlighting female creatives and building relationships across the global film community. Alongside her acting work, she is developing a cross-Scandinavian production and expanding her presence across European markets. (IG: @johannak.lumi )
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