Success Stories
Top Tips for Filming in Japan
16 January 2024
The Shibuya Crossing and bustling Tokyo skyline are just two of the many instantly recognisable Japanese scenes repeatedly featured in global blockbusters. Filming in Japan almost certainly requires shooting permits and the easiest way to get started is through the Japan Film Commission.
The Shibuya Crossing and bustling Tokyo skyline are just two of the many instantly recognisable Japanese scenes repeatedly featured in global blockbusters. Filming in Japan almost certainly requires shooting permits and the easiest way to get started is through the Japan Film Commission.
“Eagles & Chicks” – Take Flight from Hong Kong
4 December 2023
The founder of Suzhou Pegasus Liangzi Film Co. Ltd found herself in a tricky situation. Liang Hong-mei brought with her an original cartoon Eagles & Chicks to FILMART with the intent to distribute overseas. She then found it difficult to decide between two film buyers. Both were willing and capable of mobilising strong distribution resources and offered similar advance deposits.
After repeated communications, how will Liang decide?
The founder of Suzhou Pegasus Liangzi Film Co. Ltd found herself in a tricky situation. Liang Hong-mei brought with her an original cartoon Eagles & Chicks to FILMART with the intent to distribute overseas. She then found it difficult to decide between two film buyers. Both were willing and capable of mobilising strong distribution resources and offered similar advance deposits.
After repeated communications, how will Liang decide?
Hong Kong: The perfect springboard for Chinese cinema to go global
30 November 2023
Asia’s largest entertainment market returned to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in March 2023. The 27th edition of the Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) saw the grand opening of the Shaanxi Pavilion. While it was the third time for Shaanxi Radio Film and TV Culture Industry Development Co., Ltd to take part in the HKTDC’s event, it marked the group’s first physical participation after the pandemic.
Asia’s largest entertainment market returned to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in March 2023. The 27th edition of the Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) saw the grand opening of the Shaanxi Pavilion. While it was the third time for Shaanxi Radio Film and TV Culture Industry Development Co., Ltd to take part in the HKTDC’s event, it marked the group’s first physical participation after the pandemic.
Asian Filmmakers Enjoy Global Success through Hong Kong Collaborations
27 September 2023
No cinephile would miss the Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF), an established platform dedicated to showcasing Asia’s finest productions. Since its first edition in 1977, the annual event has continued to capture global attention.
No cinephile would miss the Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF), an established platform dedicated to showcasing Asia’s finest productions. Since its first edition in 1977, the annual event has continued to capture global attention.
Technology Empowers Creativity
27 September 2023
A start-up company introduced its cutting-edge technologies to the global entertainment industry at the FILMART 2023. It will return in the next year edition to showcase more innovative solutions, paving the way to extend its presence on Mainland China to serve surging demand.
A start-up company introduced its cutting-edge technologies to the global entertainment industry at the FILMART 2023. It will return in the next year edition to showcase more innovative solutions, paving the way to extend its presence on Mainland China to serve surging demand.
How Korean Streaming Giant Wavve Stays Competitive
27 September 2023
The world is opening up to Korean culture with an ever-growing appetite for K-drama. Wavve found instant success when it launched in 2019 as an online video streaming platform brought together by South Korea’s three leading broadcasters – KBS, MBC and SBS – and mobile operator SK Telecom. Even in the competitive Korean market, Wavve enjoys a strong foothold as it appeals to viewers who appreciate original content.
The world is opening up to Korean culture with an ever-growing appetite for K-drama. Wavve found instant success when it launched in 2019 as an online video streaming platform brought together by South Korea’s three leading broadcasters – KBS, MBC and SBS – and mobile operator SK Telecom. Even in the competitive Korean market, Wavve enjoys a strong foothold as it appeals to viewers who appreciate original content.
K-content Exported Through Hong Kong
27 September 2023
Setting up Korean Pavilion at FILMART for many years, the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) finds the fair well-attended by global entertainment industry players. It is also an important gateway for exporting Korean content across Asian countries, especially Mainland China.
Setting up Korean Pavilion at FILMART for many years, the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) finds the fair well-attended by global entertainment industry players. It is also an important gateway for exporting Korean content across Asian countries, especially Mainland China.
