Cao Yu is a Chinese cinematographer best known for his work on City of Life and Death, Kekexili: Mountain Patrol, and See You Tomorrow. As a cinematographer, he became famous for his three collaborations with director Lu Chuan. In June 2025, Cao was invited to join the Cinematographers Branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
- Occupation
- cinematographer
- Born
- August 15, 1974
