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...

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...

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:...

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:...

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...

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   ...

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 ...

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:...

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:...

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    ...

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:...

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 –...

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/ ...

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 key points on our web page.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Game Writer Jordan Defazio talks about the opportunity for westerns in the China game market. He shares insight on the differences between game writing and screenwriting.

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.

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.

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.