The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight

The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight is a podcast about creating and distributing content for both Hollywood and Asia.

054: Filmmaker Spurs Hong Kong's Comeback 06/24/2023

054: Filmmaker Spurs Hong Kong's Comeback 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 Company: 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 /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/27253398

053: Our Favorite Advice of 2022 12/31/2022

053: Our Favorite Advice of 2022 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: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: GUESTS Guest: Rosalie Lutfiyya, International Business Consultant TIME STAMP: 2:46 Episode https://bit.ly/3GveQtO Guest: Kevin Geiger, Taiwan- based producer, professor, and consultant TIME STAMP: 6:19 Episode Guest: Patrick Huang, Taiwanese producer TIME STAMP: 10:19 Episode: Guest: Nikk Mitchell, Founder, and CEO at FXG – a VR content and technology company. TIME STAMP: 13:47 Episode: Guest: Douglas Montgomery, CEO, and Founder of Global Connects Media, TIME STAMP: 15:41 Episode: Guest: Christopher Chen, Creative Director / Producer TIME STAMP: 19:46 Episode: Guest: Elizabeth Turner Fox, Producer TIME STAMP: 22:03 Episode: Guest: Sidharth Jain, Head of The Story Ink TIME STAMP: 25:02 Episode: Guest: Susan Ferris, CEO of the Bohemia Group, TIME STAMP: 25:54 Episode: Guest: Conrad Sun, Talent Manager, Meridian Artists TIME STAMP: 27:28 Episode: Guest: Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment, TIME STAMP: 29:08 Wavelets Entertainment has rebranded as Episode: /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/25471926

052: New Asian Screenwriting Secrets 11/15/2022

052: New Asian Screenwriting Secrets Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment discusses ways to write for the Asian market and how to write an Asian protagonist correctly. Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 52 Caroline Dillingham, CEO of Wavelets Entertainment Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann Website: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: The book mentioned: Crazy Screenwriting Secrets by Weiko Lin 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: Networking events mentioned PGA – Producers Guild of America – events. Some events are open to non-members. CAPE: Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment) website Asia Society: https://www.wgfoundation.org/events/all The Film Lab: LACFF LA Chinese Film Festival You can also check out social apps like Everbrite and Meetup.com Everbrite: Meetup.com /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/25012419

051: How to Find Writing Jobs 09/18/2022

051: How to Find Writing Jobs 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: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: Resources mentioned - Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (West) WGA Guest: Conrad Sun, Talent Manager Company: Meridian Artists /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/24412671

050: Where Are The Opportunities For Asian Actors? 09/04/2022

050: Where Are The Opportunities For Asian Actors? 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, and Manager of Bohemia Group Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann Website: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: GUEST: Susan Ferris, CEO, and Manager of Bohemia Group Company website: Instragram: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/24269187

049: Wanted - Indian Content Writers 08/12/2022

049: Wanted - Indian Content Writers 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: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: Guest: Sidharth Jain (The Story Ink) (Sidharth Jain) https://www.instagram.com/_sidharth_jain_/? Resources mentioned https://bit.ly/3dpX2Ed /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/24036243

048: Tax Credits - Don't Leave Money On The Table 07/04/2022

048: Tax Credits - Don't Leave Money On The Table 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: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: Guest: Elizabeth Turner Fox - Producer Resources: Film Tax credits: Film Tax Credits: How to Save Money Entertainment Partners: California Film Commission Malaysian film incentive program: /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/23622752

047: A Solution To China's Closing Door 05/14/2022

047: A Solution To China's Closing Door 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: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: Guest: Christopher Chen Company: The Monk Studios website: Instagram: ChristopherChen-2099 Sister company (in Mumbai) Tau Films: Contact The Monk Studio for animated films Contact Tau Films for Visual Effects /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/23109815

046: How Foreign Content Is Transforming Hollywood 04/25/2022

046: How Foreign Content Is Transforming Hollywood 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. The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 46 Douglas Montgomery, CEO / Founder – Global Connects Media Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann Website: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: Guest: Douglas Montgomery Website: Film Festival: Instagram: Email: LinkedIn: /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/22894784

045: Why Virtual Reality Will Explode In China 04/16/2022

045: Why Virtual Reality Will Explode In China 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. The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 045 Nikk Mitchell, Owner of FXG – a VR company in China Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann Website: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: Guest: Nikk Mitchell, CEO of FXG Company website: Twitter: You can also DM Nikk on Twitter about cameras and China at Nikkmitchell YouTube: FXGVR /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/22810382

044: What Are The Chinese Studios Looking For? 03/29/2022

044: What Are The Chinese Studios Looking For? 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. The Asia- Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 44 Patrick Mao Huang, Managing Director, Flash Forward Entertainment Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann Website: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: GUEST: Patrick Mao Huang Managing Director, Producer at Flash Forward Entertainment Company website - Flash Forward Entertainment: 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 Venice Production Bridge Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum Chinese Box Office Apps Maoyan: Lighthouse: Mainland Chinese Film festivals mentioned Pingyao Film Festival: First Film Festival: Resources Mentioned Bridging the Dragon: Taiwan – TAICCA Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) SE Asia film resource – Facebook group. Purin Pictures: Co-Production support / intensive workshops: Locarno Film Festival- Co-Production advice (Locarno Film Festival) Toolbox: Trades mentioned Variety: The Hollywood Reporter: ScreenDaily: China Film Insider: /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/22612610

043: Is China out, Southeast Asia in? 03/06/2022

043: Is China out, Southeast Asia in? 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. The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 43 Kevin Geiger, Taiwan-based Producer, Professor & Consultant Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann Website: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: GUEST: Kevin Geiger, Taiwan-based Producer, Professor & Consultant Website: /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/22357667

042: How to Find Opportunities in China's Film Industry 02/16/2022

042: How to Find Opportunities in China's Film Industry 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. The Asia-Hollywood Greenlight Podcast – Episode 42 Rosalie Lutfiyya, International Business Consultant Show Notes Host: Caryn McCann Website: Sister website: Facebook: Twitter: @AHGreenLight LinkedIn: Guest: Rosalie Lutfiyya, International Business Consultant LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalie-lutfiyya-02b8891/ Email: /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/22160888

041: Crowdfund Your Film In China 01/01/2022

041: Crowdfund Your Film In China Where does a filmmaker look for investors? Besides your friendly banker and rich relatives – another option is crowdfunding. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/21645737

040: Best Advice of 2021 12/19/2021

040: Best Advice of 2021 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. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/21532055

039: Lights, Camera, Discrimination! 11/20/2021

039: Lights, Camera, Discrimination! 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. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/21227501

038: How to Find Story Ideas 10/17/2021

038: How to Find Story Ideas Producer and tech whiz Keith Collea advises on how to find story ideas. He tells how top Chinese producers have a hard time finding good scripts and how western writers can benefit. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/20838803

037: Lessons on Fundraising in China 10/01/2021

037: Lessons on Fundraising in China Motion picture producer Scott Einbinder talks about the challenges of fundraising in China. He highlights the difference between the East and West's view on long-term relations. But he says next year will hold plenty of opportunity despite present setbacks. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/20675306

036: Acting in China - Pros & Cons 09/12/2021

036: Acting in China - Pros & Cons 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. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/20447753

035: Tips on Writing for a Chinese Audience 08/15/2021

035: Tips on Writing for a Chinese Audience 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. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/20148419

034: Game Writing In China 07/04/2021

034: Game Writing In China Game Writer Jordan Defazio talks about the opportunity for westerners in the China game market. He shares insight on the differences between game writing and screenwriting. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/19701599

033: Action Star - Made In Hong Kong 06/22/2021

033: Action Star - Made In Hong Kong 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. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/19559837

032: Screenwriting for China 06/09/2021

032: Screenwriting for China Producer and Distribution Exec David L. Suarez talks about the challenge of finding good scripts. He offers advice on how to find Chinese partners. 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. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/19420880

031: Controversial Filmmaker Attracts Awards & Death Threats 04/18/2021

031: Controversial Filmmaker Attracts Awards & Death Threats 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, the challenge of making documentaries in China and making films that crossover to both Hollywood and China. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/18766571

030: Why You Should Avoid Back of a Napkin Agreements 01/26/2021

030: Why You Should Avoid Back of a Napkin Agreements 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. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/17700992

029: Writing for China & Hollywood 11/26/2020

029: Writing for China & Hollywood Bi-lingual screenwriter and development exec, Chen Xu gives advice on dealing with getting notes. He highlights how China and Hollywood's script development process is different. He shares how to reach Chinese producers and what you should write for the China market. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/16970303

028: Repairing Relations Between Hollywood & China 08/20/2020

028: Repairing Relations Between Hollywood & China 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. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/15692810

027: Chinese Studios Adopting Hollywood Standards 07/23/2020

027: Chinese Studios Adopting Hollywood Standards An American film exec in China - Justin K. Muller - is bringing Chinese studios up to Hollywood standards. He offers a one-stop solution for producers looking to shoot in China. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/15333611

026: Dealing with disasters in Chinese film 05/09/2020

026: Dealing with disasters in Chinese film Producer Alan Noel Vega talks about the advantages of working with small players and what to do when shooting a film, your prop guy gets arrested for bank robbery. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/14350397

025: China Is Starving For Good Projects 03/23/2020

025: China Is Starving For Good Projects China-based producer / production manager Natacha Devillers discusses how she helps Western filmmakers navigate working with Chinese crews. She reveals the challenge of expensive Chinese writers and China’s financing dilemma. /episode/index/show/chinahollywoodgreenlight/id/13654826

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