The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight: Recent Episodes
Caryn McCann: Producer, Writer, Actor and Blogger
The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight is a podcast where we interview experts about creating and distributing content for Hollywood and Asia.
We delve into the dynamic world of Hong Kong cinema and the factors shaping its future. Our guest, Bizhan Tong, is a Hong Kong-based filmmaker who shares valuable insights on the industry's current landscape. We discuss AI in screenwriting, the need for Hong Kong production incentives, and the conundrum of Hong Kong's lack of bankable young stars.
The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 54
Bizhan Tong – Hong Kong-based Producer, Director, and Writer
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: https://chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcasts-2/
Sister website: https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHGreenLight
Twitter: @AHGreenLight https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Bizhan Tong
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2409810/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bizhantong/
Linklater film Tape: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0275719/?ref_=nm_flmg_c_20_dr
In this last episode, we combine the best advice from 2022. Guests discuss in hindsight, what they would have done differently. These experts offer tips on co-productions, the perils of doing business with friends, the importance of foreign markets, choosing projects, and the elusive path to your dream job.
The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 53
The Best Advice of 2022
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The Asia List – where Hollywood and Asia meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHGreenLight
Twitter: @AHGreenLight https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
GUESTS
Guest: Rosalie Lutfiyya, International Business Consultant TIME STAMP: 2:46 Episode 42: How to Find Opportunities in China's Film Industry https://bit.ly/3GveQtO
Guest: Kevin Geiger, Taiwan- based producer, professor, and consultant TIME STAMP: 6:19 Episode 43: Is China out, Southeast Asia in? https://bit.ly/3Z43T9I
Guest: Patrick Huang, Taiwanese producer TIME STAMP: 10:19 Episode: 44: What Are The Chinese Studios Looking For? https://bit.ly/3Cg8v30
Guest: Nikk Mitchell, Founder, and CEO at FXG – a VR content and technology company. TIME STAMP: 13:47 Episode: 45: Why Virtual Reality Will Explode In China https://bit.ly/3WBtl51
Guest: Douglas Montgomery, CEO, and Founder of Global Connects Media, TIME STAMP: 15:41 Episode: 46: How Foreign Content Is Transforming Hollywood https://bit.ly/3WE8yO7
Guest: Christopher Chen, Creative Director / Producer TIME STAMP: 19:46 Episode: 47: A Solution To China's Closing Door https://bit.ly/3Q31OHe
Guest: Elizabeth Turner Fox, Producer TIME STAMP: 22:03 Episode: 48: Tax Credits - Don't Leave Money On The Table https://bit.ly/3jImpVa
Guest: Sidharth Jain, Head of The Story Ink TIME STAMP: 25:02 Episode: 49: Wanted - Indian Content Writers https://bit.ly/3Z4LkCk
Guest: Susan Ferris, CEO of the Bohemia Group, TIME STAMP: 25:54 Episode: 50: Where Are The Opportunities For Asian Actors? https://bit.ly/3Q2D2qN
Guest: Conrad Sun, Talent Manager, Meridian Artists TIME STAMP: 27:28 Episode: 51: How to Find Writing Jobs https://bit.ly/3i6UePg
Guest: Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment, TIME STAMP: 29:08 Wavelets Entertainment has rebranded as Morning View Entertainment Episode: 52: New Asian Screenwriting Secrets https://bit.ly/3WSWqIQ
Sign up to be notified of the launch of our expanded website – The Asia List – where Hollywood and Asia meet - our new expanded website to connect writers and producers in Hollywood and Asia. https://chnlist.com/coming-soon/
Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment discusses ways to write for the Asian market and how to correctly write an Asian protagonist.
Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 52
Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment
Show Notes
HOST: Caryn McCann
Website: The Asia List – where Hollywood and Asia meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHGreenLight
Twitter: @AHGreenLight https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Book mentioned: Crazy Screenwriting Secrets by Weiko Lin
http://www.weikolin.com/book.html
GUEST: Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment
Caroline is a longtime supporter of the New Village Girls Academy: To volunteer or learn more about their work – go to: https://newvillagegirlsacademy.org
Networking events mentioned
PGA – Producers Guild of America – events. Some events are open to non-members. https://bit.ly/3GcTLVf
CAPE: Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment)
website https://www.capeusa.org/upcoming-events
Asia Society: https://asiasociety.org/india/events
The Writers Guild https://www.wgfoundation.org/events/all
The Film Lab: https://www.asianamericanfilmlab.com/home/events/
LACFF LA Chinese Film Festival https://www.lacff.org/en/lacffsc
You can also check out social apps like Everbrite and Meetup.com
Everbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--los-angeles/screenwriting/
Meetup.com www.meetup.com
Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment discusses ways to write for the Asian market and how to correctly write an Asian protagonist.
Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 52
Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment
Show Notes
HOST: Caryn McCann
Website: The Asia List – where Hollywood and Asia meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHGreenLight
Twitter: @AHGreenLight https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Book mentioned: Crazy Screenwriting Secrets by Weiko Lin
http://www.weikolin.com/book.html
GUEST: Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment
Caroline is a longtime supporter of the New Village Girls Academy: To volunteer or learn more about their work – go to: https://newvillagegirlsacademy.org
Networking events mentioned
PGA – Producers Guild of America – events. Some events are open to non-members. https://bit.ly/3GcTLVf
CAPE: Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment)
website https://www.capeusa.org/upcoming-events
Asia Society: https://asiasociety.org/india/events
The Writers Guild https://www.wgfoundation.org/events/all
The Film Lab: https://www.asianamericanfilmlab.com/home/events/
LACFF LA Chinese Film Festival https://www.lacff.org/en/lacffsc
You can also check out social apps like Everbrite and Meetup.com
Everbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--los-angeles/screenwriting/
Meetup.com www.meetup.com
Talent Manager Conrad Sun discusses how Asian stories offer producers an overlooked financial opportunity. He explains why your script isn’t getting traction and how to stand out. He tells how one script earned his client over a million dollars.
Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 051
Conrad Sun, Talent Manager, Meridian Artists
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The Asia List – where Hollywood and Asia meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHGreenLight
Twitter: @AHGreenLight https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Resources mentioned
CAPE - Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment
Writers Guild of America (West) WGA
Guest: Conrad Sun, Talent Manager
Company: Meridian Artists
Susan Ferris, talent manager and CEO of the Bohemia Group, represents more than 500 clients globally. She discusses the challenge and opportunities of working in foreign markets. She also points out growing opportunities for Asian-American talent.
Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 50
Susan Ferris, CEO, Manager of Bohemia Group
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHGreenLight
Twitter: @AHGreenLight https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Sign up for the launch of our new and improved website - The Asia List - where Hollywood & Asia meet at https://chnlist.com/coming-soon/
GUEST: Susan Ferris, CEO, Manager of Bohemia Group
Company website: https://www.bohemiaent.com
Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/bohemiagroup_/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bohemiagroup1/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/szferris?lang=en
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3cIDP0E
Susan Ferris, talent manager and CEO of the Bohemia Group, represents more than 500 clients globally. She discusses where the opportunities are for Asian-American actors.
Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 50
Susan Ferris, CEO, Manager of Bohemia Group
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHGreenLight
Twitter: @AHGreenLight https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Sign up for the launch of our new and improved website - The Asia List - where Hollywood & Asia meet at https://chnlist.com/coming-soon/
GUEST: Susan Ferris, CEO, Manager of Bohemia Group
Company website: https://www.bohemiaent.com
Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/bohemiagroup_/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bohemiagroup1/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/szferris?lang=en
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3cIDP0E
Sidharth Jain Founder of The Story Ink - India’s biggest book to screen adaptation company talks about India’s explosive growth. He discusses the constant search for writers and why India needs more American producers.
Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 049
Sidharth Jain, founder of The Story Ink
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The Asia List – where Hollywood and Asia meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AHGreenLight
Twitter https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight @AHGreenLight
LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3Qm4Aqc
Writers - sign up for a free 3-month membership on The Asia List’s new and improved website: https://chnlist.com/coming-soon/ The Asia List - connecting writers & producers in Hollywood and Asia.
Guest: Sidharth Jain
Instagram (The Story Ink) https://www.instagram.com/the_story_ink/
Instagram (Sidharth Jain) https://www.instagram.com/_sidharth_jain_/?
Twitter https://twitter.com/irocksid?lang=en
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheStoryInk/
News:
Resources mentioned
Imagine Entertainment Teams With Taiwan’s TAICCA on Content Development Lab
https://bit.ly/3drZmec
How India Is Luring Back Offshore Production With New 30% Cash Rebate
https://bit.ly/3QC0nOX
Cinestaan India’s Storyteller Script Contest https://bit.ly/3PhRdpR
How India Is Luring Back Offshore Production With New 30% Cash Rebate https://bit.ly/3dpX2Ed
Producer Elizabeth Turner Fox discusses tax-rebates, getting meetings with sales agents and what sells in Asia.
Producer Elizabeth Turner Fox has branched out from China and is finding opportunities in South East Asia. She talks about how networking at online film markets has enabled her to find business partners. Additionally she advises having a director attached will make financing your film a lot easier.
Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 48
Elizabeth Turner Fox - Producer
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The Asia List – where Hollywood and Asia meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight
Twitter: @AHGreenLight https://twitter.com/AHGreenLight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Sign up for The Asia List - where Hollywood and Asia meet. Producers and talent reps - membership is free. Writers - get your script in front of industry pros. Sign up at https://chnlist.com
Guest: Elizabeth Turner Fox - Producer
Resources:
Film Tax credits: https://bit.ly/3umvNQF
Film Tax Credits: How to Save Money https://bit.ly/3Amxj9b
Entertainment Partners: https://bit.ly/3NIE08G
California Film commission https://film.ca.gov/tax-credit/
Malaysian film incentive program: https://bit.ly/3bL8DwO
Christopher Chen is a creative director/producer who works in both China and South East Asia. He discusses the growing markets outside China’s borders. He offers a solution to China’s closing door.
The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 47
Christopher Chen, Creative Director / Producer
The Monk Studios, Beijing Office
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The Asia List – where Hollywood and Asia meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
WRITER PROMOTION: Writers – sign up for “The Asia List”. The first 50 writer’s that sign up can upload their first script for free. No credit card is required. Use this link: Writer promotion https://chnlist.com/first-script-free/
Guest: Christopher Chen
Company: The Monk Studios website: www.themonkstudios.com
Instagram: ChristopherChen-2099
Sister company (in Mumbai) Tau Films: taufilms.com
Contact The Monk Studio for animated films
Contact Tau films for Visual Effects
Douglas Montgomery, CEO and Founder of Global Connects Media discusses the rise of foreign content in the US and how Hollywood’s old way of doing business must adapt.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 46
Douglas Montgomery, CEO / Founder – Global Connects Media
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Douglas Montgomery
Website: www.globalconnects.media
Film Festival: www.globalstagehollywood.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalstagehollywood/
Email: douglas.montgomery@globalconnects.media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglasmontgomerymarshallmba/
Nikk Mitchell discusses the challenges and advantages of a westerner running his own VR company in China. He also discusses the pros and cons of being a westerner in China.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 045
Nikk Mitchell, Owner of FXG – a VR company in China
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Nikk Mitchell, CEO of FXG
Company website: https://www.fxg.space
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FXG_VR
You can also DM Nikk on Twitter about cameras and China at Nikkmitchell
YouTube : FXGVR
Taiwanese producer Patrick Huang discusses how to find projects, market intel, what the mainland Chinese studios are looking for and when you shouldn’t do a co-production. Plus resources to find market intel, projects, producers and advice.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 44
Patrick Mao Huang, Managing Director, Flash Forward Entertainment
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
GUEST: Patrick Mao Huang
Managing Director, Producer at Flash Forward Entertainment
Company website - Flash Forward Entertainment: www.ffe.com.tw/international
黃茂昌, 總經理, 製片人前景娛樂有限公司
Co-Production markets mentioned
Berlinale Co-Production Market
https://www.efm-berlinale.de/en/copro-market/profile/profile.html
Venice Production Bridge
https://www.labiennale.org/en/cinema/2022/venice-production-bridge
Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum
https://industry.hkiff.org.hk/
Chinese Box Office Apps
Maoyan: https://m.maoyan.com/app
Lighthouse: https://apple.co/3uDwowz
Mainland Chinese Film festivals mentioned
Pingyao Film Festival: www.pyiffestival.com
First Film Festival: https://www.firstfilm.org.cn/en/
Resources Mentioned
Bridging the Dragon: https://www.bridgingthedragon.com/en/
Taiwan – TAICCA Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) https://en.taicca.tw
SE Asia film resource – Facebook group. Purin Pictures: https://www.facebook.com/purinpictures
Co-Production support / intensive workshops: Locarno Film Festival- https://www.locarnofestival.ch/LFF/home.html
Co-Production advice (Locarno Film Festival)
Toolbox: https://toolbox.locarnofestival.ch/login
Trades mentioned
Variety: https://variety.com
The Hollywood Reporter: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com
ScreenDaily: https://www.screendaily.com
China Film Insider: https://chinafilminsider.com
Writers – Join our membership website – The China List. Upload your first script for free! No credit card required. Get your script seen in Hollywood and China！ Use this special link: https://chnlist.com/first-script-free/
Kevin Geiger has worked for Disney in Burbank and Beijing. He discusses China’s changing media environment, the increasing difficulty of co-productions and of getting money out of China. He now believes South East Asia is where the action is, and works from Taipei as an independent producer, professor and consultant.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 43
Kevin Geiger, Taiwan-based Producer, Professor & Consultant
Show Notes
HOST: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Producers & Talent Reps: Find writers and scripts on The China List. Membership is free. Sign up at https://chnlist.com
Writers: You can upload your first script for free! Get discovered by producers in Hollywood and China. Use this special link: https://chnlist.com/first-script-free/
GUEST: Kevin Geiger, Taiwan-based Producer, Professor & Consultant
Website: http://kevingeiger.com
International Business Consultant Rosalie Lutfiyya shares insight on finding opportunities in China film, protecting your IP and why you should avoid co-productions.
Rosalie is a natural connector and brings the right people together which facilitates East-West partnerships.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 42
Rosalie Lutfiyya, International Business Consultant
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Rosalie Lutfiyya, International Business Consultant
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalie-lutfiyya-02b8891/
Email: rlutfiyya@yahoo.com
Where does a filmmaker look for investors? Besides your friendly banker and rich relatives – another option is crowdfunding.
Find out how to crowdfund your film in China. Know the major players. Understand the differences between crowdfunding in China and the United States. Recognize the pros and cons.
See this episode's webpage for a list of key points.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 41
How to Crowdfund Your Film In China
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Articles mentioned
Crowdfunding in China: Overcoming the Differences to Access a Unique Market: https://bit.ly/3zg8byp
China’s Crowdfunding Witnessing a Boom: https://bit.ly/3eH9Aoq
The Growing Potential of Crowdfunding in China: https://bit.ly/3mLx14h
Companies mentioned
YULEBAO 娱乐宝 https://yulebao.alibaba.com/
Coufenzi 凑分子https://corporate.jd.com/home
BaiFa YouXi 百发游戏 – part of the Baidu network. https://bit.ly/3EHaQlR
Dreamore: Is an all or nothing crowdfunding model. http://www.dreamore.com/
CTQuan: equity crowdfunding platform. http://ctquan.com/
ZhongChou: 众筹 is a rewards-based platform. https://zhongchou.com/
Tao Meng: 淘梦Dedicated to filmmakers. http://tmeng.cn/
Fringebacker. Dedicated to artistic projects: https://www.fringebacker.com/en/
We’ve condensed the top 10 advice tips from 2021. Execs offer insights on finding story ideas, writing for the China market, benefits of working with a Chinese writing partner, pitching, attracting producers and much more.
The China-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 40
Best Advice for 2021
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Timestamp: 3:09:50
EP 30: Guest: Jesse Weiner Co-Managing Partner, Head of Entertainment & Media Practice
Company: YK Law https://www.yklaw.us
Timestamp: 5:09:00
EP 31: Guest: Chris Nebe, Producer, Director, Writer, Monarex Hollywood
Company website: Monarex Hollywood: https://www.monarex.com
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0623855/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Timestamp: 7:35:08
EP 32: Guest: David L. Suarez, Distribution Executive, Producer
IMDB: https://imdb.to/3fUzMxe
Company Website: Ytinifni Pictures ytinifnipictures.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidlsuarez/?hl=en
David’s Book - Forever Twilight in New York:
https://www.forevertwilightinnewyork.com
Timestamp: 09:47:50
EP 33: Guest: Chris Collins, Action Actor / Action Director
Website: http://www.chriscollinsaction.com/en/wingtsun
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriscollinsaction/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisCollinsACTION/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW4EMDTz7rY4VTlceXzm9xA
Sun Entertainment Culture: suneg.com
Timestamp: 12:48:50
EP 34: Guest: Jordan DeFazio, Game Writer
www.jordandefazio.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-defazio-493328168/
Timestamp: 14:47:50
EP 35: Guest: Marc Handler, China-based screenwriter
LinkedIn: Marc Handler https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-handler-2482524/
WeChat: marchandler
Website: https://marchandler.com
Timestamp: 19:03:80
EP 36: Guest: Davy Williams 大洋, Actor
Website: https://www.chinesespeakingvampires.net/
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6077746/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chinesespeakingvampires/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Chinese-Speaking-Vampires-105825368511281
Timestamp: 23:42:00
EP 37: Guest: Scott Einbinder, Producer, Executive, Investor, China Consultant
Company: ANA media:
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0251809/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Partner at advisory firm: 120dB Advisors - https://www.120dbadvisors.com
Timestamp: 26:51:68
EP 38: Guest: Keith Collea, Producer / Tech Expert
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0007205/?ref_=fn_al_nm_4
Website: http://www.3dfilmarts.com/3D%20Filmarts/Stereoscopic%203D%20Film%20Makers.html
Timestamp: 30:18:08
Guest: Luo Tong 罗彤, Executive Producer
Guest: Matthew Baren 马熊, Creative Director 创意总监
LostPensivos Films
LPfilms.net http://www.lpfilms.net/
FB: lpfilms https://www.facebook.com/lpfilms
Watch LP Films documentaries at: LPdocs.net https://www.lpdocs.net/
Documentary: The Six 六人thesixdocumentary.com
FB/IG: thesixdocumentary
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesixdocumentary
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesixdocumentary/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesixfilm
LostPensivos films
@LPFilms TW, FB, IG
Documentary filmmaker Luo Tong 罗彤 discusses why film crews should hire more women, what to do when your investor and director don’t see eye to eye and how to benefit from job rejections.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 039
Documentary Executive Producer, Luo Tong 罗彤
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Blogs mentioned:
How Chinese Films can Attract an American audience
https://chnlist.com/how-chinese-films-can-attract-an-american-audience/
7 WAYS TO BULLETPROOF YOUR SCRIPT FOR CHINA https://wp.me/p8U8pg-fv
How to Make a Chinese Hit
https://wp.me/p8U8pg-oX
Luo Tong 罗彤, Executive Producer
LostPensivos Films
LPfilms.net http://www.lpfilms.net/
FB: lpfilms https://www.facebook.com/lpfilms
Watch LP Films documentaries at: LPdocs.net https://www.lpdocs.net/
Documentary: The Six 六人
thesixdocumentary.com
FB/IG: thesixdocumentary
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesixdocumentary
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesixdocumentary/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesixfilm
LostPensivos films
@LPFilms TW, FB, IG
Matthew Baren 马熊
Creative Director 创意总监
Producer and tech whiz Keith Collea advises on how to find story ideas. He shares the right way to pitch and how to attract film producers.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 38
Keith Collea, Producer, Technical Producer, VFX
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Book mentioned: Your Idea Machine by William Martell http://www.scriptsecrets.net/tips/tip360.htm
Blog How to Find a Chinese Partner https://wp.me/p8U8pg-9Z
Free e-book How to Find a Chinese Writing Partner on The China-Hollywood Greenlight homepage https://chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/
Previous podcast (#18) How to Find a Chinese Business Partner. https://wp.me/p8U8pg-qJ
Guest: Kieth Collea
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0007205/?ref_=fn_al_nm_4
Website: http://www.3dfilmarts.com/3D%20Filmarts/Stereoscopic%203D%20Film%20Makers.html
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Scott Einbinder is a producer, executive, investor and China consultant who discusses the challenges of Chinese financing but has encouraging words about western educated Chinese executives.
See the episode page for my 3 key points and 3 takeaways
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 37
Scott Einbinder - producer, executive, investor and consultant
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Scott Einbinder
Company: ANA media:
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0251809/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Partner at advisory firm: 120dB Advisors - https://www.120dbadvisors.com
Davy Williams – an American actor, writer and producer talks about the difference between acting in Hollywood and China. He also gives advice on getting steady work and the challenge of Chinese distribution.
Go to the episode page to read my 3 key points and 3 takeaways.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 36
Actor, Writer, Producer Davy Williams 大洋
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: The China List Facebook page
Twitter: @chnlist
LinkedIn: Caryn McCann's LinkedIn profile
Articles/ Blogs mentioned in the podcast
Why is the Chinese Communist Party afraid of ghosts?
4 Ways to Beat the Chinese Censors
Guest: Davy Williams 大洋
Website: Movie website: Chinese Speaking Vampires
IMDB: Davy Williams' IMDB page
Instagram: Instagram: Chinese Speaking Vampires movie
Facebook: Facebook
Marc Handler is a screenwriter, producer and international consultant with American and Chinese studio experience. He reveals how having a Chinese writing partner enables him to get hired in China. He also discusses China bashing, China’s talent management problem and possible solutions.
For a list of my three key points and three takeaways go to https://chinahollywoodgreenlight.com and look for podcast #35.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 035
Marc Handler: Screenwriter, Producer and Int’l Consultant
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List: https://chnlist.com/ Where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Marc Handler
LinkedIn: Marc Handler https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-handler-2482524/
WeChat: marchandler
Website: https://marchandler.com
Best restaurant in Beijing according to Marc: Blossom Vegetarian, No.144 Dongshimen Inner Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing China +86 10 6401 2228
东城区东直门内大街144号
Game Writer Jordan Defazio talks about the opportunity for westerners in the China market. He discusses the freedom game writing offers over screenwriting. He also shares that foreigners don't need to move to China to get a job with a Chinese game maker.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode #34
Jordan DeFazio - Game Writer and Screenwriter
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List - where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist
LinkedIn: http://bit.ly/2H1sMLn
The article mentioned: Why Screenwriters Should Embrace The Heroine's Journey https://bit.ly/3heF0nT
Guest: Jordan DeFazio
Website: www.jordandefazio.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-defazio-493328168/
Chris Collins is an American action actor and action director based in Hong Kong. He talks about his unexpected lucky break of being discovered by a Hong Kong studio. He discusses the difference between Hollywood and Chinese financing. He advises on what it takes to get hired in Chinese films.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 33
Chris Collins, Actor / Action Director
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Chris Collins
Website: http://www.chriscollinsaction.com/en/wingtsun
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriscollinsaction/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisCollinsACTION/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW4EMDTz7rY4VTlceXzm9xA
Sun Entertainment Culture: suneg.com
Producer and Distribution Exec David L. Suarez talks about the challenge of finding good scripts. He offers advice on getting introductions to Chinese producers. Due to the pandemic, he predicts distributors will face an overcrowded marketplace for the next three years. But he has a strategy to beat the market and expand in China.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 032
David L. Suarez
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website:
Podcasts:
Facebook:
Twitter: @chnlist
LinkedIn:
The China List membership website – where Hollywood and China meet
Book mentioned: Writing for the Green Light: How to Make Your Script the One Hollywood Notices by Scott Kirkpatrick
Film Courage YouTube interview with author
Universal Themes found in literature article
Guest: David L. Suarez, Distribution Executive, Producer
IMDB: https://imdb.to/3fUzMxe
Company Website: Ytinifni Pictures ytinifnipictures.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidlsuarez/?hl=en
David’s Book - Forever Twilight in New York: https://www.forevertwilightinnewyork.com
Controversial filmmaker Chris D. Nebe’s documentaries have won awards and attracted death threats. His pro-China views on geopolitics has won him fans and enemies. He talks about the power of the Chinese internet, making documentaries in China and producing films that crossover to both Hollywood and China.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 31
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: https://chnlist.com/
Podcasts:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight/
Twitter: @CHGreenLight
LinkedIn:
Blogs mentioned in the show:
How To Make A Chinese Hit
7 Ways to Bulletproof Your Script For China
How To Sell Your Web Series To China
GUEST: Chris Nebe
Company website: Monarex Hollywood:
IMDB:
American lawyer and China media expert, Jesse Weiner gives advice on how to protect your IP in China, what you need to attract a Chinese financier, and hope for a reset of US-China relations.
Jesse Weiner Co-Managing Partner, Head of Entertainment & Media Practice at YK Law https://www.yklaw.us talks about the danger of slapdash deals, the power (or lack of) US copyright in China, how to copyright your IP in China, and what you need to attract a Chinese financier.
THE CHINA LIST And writers, make sure you take advantage of our free trial on The China List. This is a membership website to connect writers, producers, talent reps, and financiers in Hollywood and China.
Additionally, producers, talent reps and financiers – find great material and writers before your competition by signing up to The China List.
Show Notes China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 30
Jesse Weiner Co-Managing Partner, Head of Entertainment & Media Practice
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Blog mentioned: 4 Ways to Beat the Chinese Censors https://wp.me/p8U8pg-5j
Guest: Jesse Weiner Co-Managing Partner, Head of Entertainment & Media Practice
Company: YK Law https://www.yklaw.us
The case mentioned during the interview: Taiwan novelist wins plagiarism case against mainland scriptwriter https://bit.ly/3yGas5C
Todays' guest - Chen Xu has worked for both Hollywood and Chinese studios. He gives advice on dealing with getting notes. He highlights how China and Hollywood's script development process is different.
He also shares insight on the success of American comedies that have adapted by foreign TV companies and have found huge success.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 29
Show Notes
China & Hollywood Screenwriter Chen Xu 徐晨
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
GUEST: Chen Xu 徐晨
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chenxufilmtv/
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7497660/
Exporting Raymond - Wikipedia, YouTube
There is a documentary on the producer’s journey
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99FlTWylq54
L.A. based Chinese Film Executive Ms. Sammie Hao (郝思文) discusses repairing relations between Hollywood and China, the fallout of bad Chinese money in Hollywood, and what will be in demand next year.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 28
L.A. based Film Executive, Sammie Hao 郝思文
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Sammie Hao 郝思文
Sr. Media & Entertainment Analyst 媒体与娱乐产业高级分析师
Yintai Investment Company 银泰投资集团
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammie-hao/
Justin K. Muller is the Managing Director of the International Development Division - Studio Operations for Xiangshan Global Studios. He talks about bring Chinese studios up to Hollywood standards. Justin explains how infrastructure, not art will revolutionize the Chinese film and TV landscape. He shares details on his multi-studio platform which is a one-stop solution for producers looking to film in China.
Alan Noel Vega is a producer / stunt action director. We talk about the effect of Covid-19 on the film industry, the advantages of working with smaller players and what to do when shooting a film, your prop guy gets arrested for bank robbery.
Noel’s company, AMG Films, is a registered official China co-production entity.
He shares his insight on the difference between Chinese and American producers’ way of doing business, the importance of knowing your audience and why a great script is never enough to get a green light.
Today’s guest is China-based producer / production manager Natacha Devillers. She talks about the challenges of producing her own projects in China today. She reveals the challenge of expensive Chinese writers and China’s financing dilemma.
Natacha has been in China for over 15 years. She’s seen the film industry rise and fall and is confident it will rise again.
After the 2018 Fan Bing Bing tax evasion scandal – Chinese financing took a nose dive. How does she attract Chinese financiers now? By making her projects a win-win endeavor. Because she is so experienced in the China market – she can also bridge the gap between the Western and Chinese film crew mind set.
China based screenwriter Joey Wang discusses protecting your IP in China and the challenge of dealing with budget manipulating producers.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 24
Joey Wang, Bilingual Screenwriter
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
GUEST: Joey Wang, Screenwriter
Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/zujitsu_/
Today’s guest is China-based producer Sally Yeh. We talk about the US / China divide – the effects of the current trade war on the film industry. Sally also discusses how she deals with censorship, ageism and climate change in China. She also shares her thoughts on what the Chinese studios are looking for.
The China-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 023
Sally Yeh, Producer
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Guest: Sally Yeh
LinkedIn: SallyMYeh
WeChat: TimeLoveEntity
Email: SallyMYeh@yahoo.com
这是我的第一个中文播客。 在今天的播客中，我将谈谈中国制片人和编剧为他们下一次的合作应该瞄准的美国电影公司。 我会提到这家美国电影公司在中国的历史，他们的中国合作伙伴，以及他们的独特之处。
This is my first Chinese podcast. In today’s podcast I will talk about American studios that Chinese producers and writers should target for their next co-production.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast - Episode 22
U.S. Studio Partners - who should you target?
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
Today's guest is John McKay, CEO of New Zealand production and post production house - POW Studios.
He discusses how he deals with the challenge of getting money out of China. Although He feels contract jurisdiction outside of China doesn't work, he tells how he stays one step ahead of contract disputes.
He shares his insights on the culture clash between Western (linear) versus Chinese (circular) thinking.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 21
John McKay, CEO of POW Studios
New Zealand Post Production Services
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
GUEST: John McKay
Website: https://powpost.co.nz
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/powstudiosnz
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powstudios/
Vimeo: https://vimeopro.com/powpost/powshowreels
Producer Elizabeth Dell once studied to be a doctor but an unexpected source led her to a film career focused on China. She tells how you can tap into these unexpected sources to find your next gig. She also offers advice on growing your network.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 20
Elizabeth Dell, Producer
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: The China List – where Hollywood and China meet https://chnlist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
GUEST: Elizabeth Dell
Website: https://www.dellsisters.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DellSisters/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/dellsisters/
Twitter for Dell Sisters: https://twitter.com/search?q=%40DellSisters&src=typd
Twitter for Elizabeth Dell: https://twitter.com/ElizabethDell
Array Entertainment: http://www.array-entertainment.com
VR Creator Carol Liu feels China hasn’t yet tapped its unmined heritage stories. But can the East and West collaborate to make Chinese IP appeal to a worldwide audience? Carol talks about how she created a VR series around a misrepresented historical figure and gave...
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Christine Lin of Topstar Media shares insights on having a good Chinese business partner and how you can connect with them. Today’s guest is Taiwanese film director, producer and marketer – Christine Lin of Topstar Media. Besides creating Film and TV, Topstar also does PR...
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China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode #18
Christine Lin, Taiwanese film director, producer, and marketer
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com
Podcasts: http://chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcasts-2/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight/
Twitter: @chnlist https://twitter.com/chnlist
LinkedIn: http://bit.ly/2H1sMLn
Guest: Christine Lin
Wechat: huiying188
Skype: Huiyingbj
China Film Producers Association www.chinafilms.net
China Film Director's Guild www.zgdydyxh.com,
China Advertising Association of Commerce www.caacchina.org
Jean Su of Broadvision Pictures describes how China is opening up to stories with fewer superheroes and more everyday heroes. She also offers a solution when Chinese investors ask for A-list talent that are impossible to attach. China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 17 Jean...
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Today I interview Jeffrey Gee Chin – a filmmaker who straddles both the Hollywood and China markets. Jeffrey has been a 2nd Unit Director on Billions (on Showtime) and Snowfall (on FX). He is also creating culturally preserving films like Lil Tokyo Reporter
He talks about how the diversity and #MeToo movements have opened the door for fresh voices in film and TV. Additionally, he talks about the advantage of connecting with a Hong Kong producer vs. a Mainland Chinese producer.
He offers tips on casting and advises you’re better off casting Chinese singers over “A” list stars.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 16
Jeffrey Gee Chin
ShowNotes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: http://www.chinahollywoodgreenlight.com
Podcasts: https://chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcasts-2/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KungFuRockChick
Guest: Jeffrey Gee Chin - Filmmaker
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leapman/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheLeapMan
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleapman/
Jeffrey’s film Lil Tokyo Reporter: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2396866/
Look for it in May on Xfinity: https://my.xfinity.com/asian-american
Hong Kong Screen Association:http://hkisa.film
Hong Kong Motion Pictures Association: https://www.mpaa.org/news_post/hongkong/
Cristiano tells how to pick the right script and why you should ignore being told “You don’t understand the Chinese audience”. He also talks about how to deal with Chinese producers with more money than experience and why chasing the market – following hot...
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China Expert Robert Cain of Pacific Bridge Pictures talks plainly about China’s lack of appreciation for good scripts, the challenges of co-productions and how the Chinese government gets in its own way.
China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 14
Robert Cain, China Expert, Pacific Bridge Pictures
Show Notes
Host: Caryn McCann
Website: www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com
Podcasts: http://chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcasts-2/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChinaList
Twitter: @chnlist
LinkedIn: http://bit.ly/2H1sMLn
Guest: Robert Cain, Business Strategy & Finance, Media, China specialist, Pacific Bridge Pictures
Website: https://chinafilmbiz.com
Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/robcain/#21774f637230
Email: rob@pacificbridgepics.com
Today I interview Joe Fiorello – an American director/actor based in Hong Kong. He talks about crowdfunding an independent film and the problem with Hong Kong actresses (hint – most get married and retire at 30). He also finds it odd that to get screened...
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Today I interview Brendan Davis – Director of Special Projects for BangBang Pictures in Beijing. We discussed where the opportunity in China is. Brendan discusses areas such as VFX as well as adapting IP for the local market. Brendan discusses the pros and cons of...
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Today I interview author Aynne Kokas who wrote “Hollywood Made In China”. She talks about how to use your current network to find Chinese partners. She discusses the problem with the lack of transparency of Chinese capital movement as well as upcoming challenges in foreign...
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Melanie discusses how in China – the unexpected can be a blessing in disguise. China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 10 Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcast https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight/ @KungFuRockChick www.linkedin.com/caryn-mccann Guest: Melanie Ansley 安雪枫 (Ān xuě fēng) Producer, Peking Pictures and Executive Director...
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In this first episode of 2018, I rounded up top clips from China-Hollywood experts who offer their take on what kind of projects the American and Chinese studios are looking for in 2018. China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 9 Show Notes Host: Caryn...
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Today I interview Jessica Wang – a Development Executive from Seven Stars Entertainment. She talks about the clamp down on Chinese overseas investments means more influence on content by the Chinese and how the US are working more locally with the Chinese.
She also talks about how after studying to be a director, she now sees the benefit of taking negotiating and legal classes.
The China/Hollywood Greenlight Podcast
Episode #8
Jessica Wang
Show Notes
Guest: Jessica Wang
Company: Seven Stars Entertainment: IMDB: http://imdb.to/2Ajydla
Jessica’s WeChat: Qian5594
Host: Caryn McCann
www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcast
www.facebook.com/Thechina-HollywoodGreenlightPodcast
www.linkedin.com/caryn-McCann
@KungFuRockChick
HOW TO BULLET PROOF YOUR SCRIPT FOR CHINA
https://wp.me/p8U8pg-fv
STRIKE GOLD IN CHINA'S TV MARKET
https://wp.me/p8U8pg-d4
Today’s guest is Sky Moore – a partner for Greenberg Glusker who warns not to underestimate the geopolitical situation with North Korea and the Trump effect on US-Chinese co-productions (22:37). He gives advice on what to do if Chinese currency stops flowing to Hollywood. China Hollywood...
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Today’s guest is Niall Phelan of Story Inc. Asia. He is the Executive Producer and Creative Director. He has some great ideas about connecting with Chinese partners but also has advice on walking away from a project. He offers a simple yet effective way...
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This week I chat with Charles Morris Jr. – the VP of Acquisitions and Development of Global Genesis Group. He talks about how he found animation success in China. Charles tells how their animation success in China has led to not only more Chinese partnerships...
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I interview Zhao Lewis Liu – director, writer as wells as founder of the Los Angeles Chinese Film Festival. We talk about how he is raising the visibility of local Chinese talent. He shares how he ran out of money on a feature film but...
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Today I interview Actor / Producer Brian Yang. He highlights how great projects are a dime a dozen and what it takes to make it great. Brian tells that’s it’s the person / relationship that will get the deal done. He admits why he doesn’t...
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Larry discusses communicating with Chinese partners, his new film fund and how he is now shooting some projects in English. China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode #2 Larry Namer Show Note Host: Caryn McCann www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcast www.facebook.com/Thechina-HollywoodGreenlightPodcast www.linkedin.com/caryn-McCann @KungFuRockChick Inspirational Quote – Albert Einstein “You...
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Peter talks about what’s necessary to be successful in China as well as Lionsgate’s foray into the Chinese TV market. Show Notes China Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 1 Peter Iacono Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcast https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight/ @KungFuRockChick www.linkedin.com/caryn-mccann Motivational...
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In my debut episode, I talk about why I started this podcast and what my plans are for the podcast. I also explain how it will be both procedural and episodic in nature. Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com www.Chinahollywoodgreenlight.com/podcast https://www.facebook.com/CHGreenLight/ @KungFuRockChick www.linkedin.com/caryn-mccann
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