The 2024 Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF), organized by the Taiwan Creative Content Agency, will be held from November 5 to 8 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2, 7F. The FORUM section, which will analyze all kinds of industry trends, inspiring new ideas and fostering the sharing of experiences, invites NAH Yung-suk, the ace producer of many popular Korean variety shows, Chalermchatri YUKOL, the President of the Film and Series Subcommittee of the Thailand’s National Soft Power Strategy Committee, and Pascal BRETON, the President of Federation Studios, which has expanded its reach across global markets in TV series, films, and documentaries, to attend TCCF as speakers; moreover, Taiwanese actors include Kai KO, WU Ke-xi, JC LIN, and Esther LIU will also join in. Registration for FORUM sessions is open now, don’t miss out!
The 2024 TCCF FORUM revolves around the theme “Together for Impact” and will feature 15 panels and keynotes by over 25 industry professionals and talents from 12 countries, including Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Philippines, Singapore, the UK, the USA, France, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Colombia. Covering topics such as variety shows, film and television, animation, children’s content, and IPs, these sessions will explore international strategies and co-production experiences, how to adapt and localize IPs, and emerging trends in the global market.
Producer Nah’s Variety Shows: Unveiling How South Korea’s Ace Producer Creates Globally Popular Entertainment Programs
A highly anticipated star producer is coming to Taiwan! This session will feature PD NAH, the mastermind behind popular variety shows such as Earth Arcade, Youn's Kitchen, 2 Days & 1 Night, and New Journey to the West. He will share his thoughts on today's variety show productions, bringing his unique vision and boundless creativity to the discussion. As a producer, PD will also offer his observations and insights on the trends in the variety show market.
NAH Yung-suk｜South Korean television producer and director
Thai Soft Power: A Comprehensive Overview of
THACCA’s Film and Television Content Resources
Thai film and television productions feature diverse themes, including romance, school life, horror, fantasy, and BL (Boys' Love), with many innovations in plot and character design. The Thai government has also introduced supportive policies to actively attract foreign producers to film in Thailand. For this session, we are honored to invite Mr. Chalermchatri YUKOL, President of the Film and Series Subcommittee of the Thailand National Soft Power Strategy Committee, to introduce Thailand’s film and television resources and development strategies.
Chalermchatri YUKOL (Adam)｜Thailand’s National Soft Power Strategy Committee / The President of the Film and Series Subcommittee of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee
Creating a Global Entertainment Empire:
Federation Studios’ Comprehensive Blueprint for the Film and TV Industry
Federation Studios is committed to building a comprehensive film and television empire that encompasses production, distribution, collaboration, and rights management. Notable works include The Bureau, Around the World in 80 Days, and the hit series Call My Agent, which has sold its rights to 190 countries and been adapted in 12. Through diversified content creation and international production partnerships, Federation Studios has expanded its reach across global markets in TV series, films, and documentaries. At the TCCF Forum, Pascal BRETON, President of Federation Studios, will share insights on how the studio is shaping the future of the entertainment industry amid the convergence of digital platforms and traditional media.
Pascal BRETON｜Federation Studios | President
IP Localization: Key Factors Behind the Overseas Success of
Adapting BL Manga Cherry Magic into TV Dramas
The BL late-night drama Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a
Wizard?!, adapted from the manga, sparked a sensation across Asia. Even before the movie version was released, international rights had already been snapped up. In March this year, the final episode of the Thai TV adaptation garnered 1.64 million shares on Instagram. In this session, we are excited to have Cherry Magic! Japanese drama and film director KAZAMA Hiroki, producer HOMMA Kanami, and Thai adaptation director Nuttapong MONGKOLSAWAS join the forum to discuss the challenges and insights behind adapting the manga into Japanese and Thai series. Come and experience the charm of “Cherry Magic”!
How Children‘s Content Trends are Sweeping the Globe
Our favorite children‘s companions, Baby Shark and Bluey, are here! How have these famous IPs captured the hearts of children and parents worldwide? In this panel, we are excited to welcome Gemma JOO, Chief Business Officer of The Pinkfong Company, and Joseph YAP, Senior Brands and Licensing Manager (Asia) at BBC Studios, to share insights on children’s content trends and observations of the Asian market.
Crafting Fear: The Possibilities of Horror Film Themes
Do you enjoy horror films? The mysterious and eerie atmosphere of horror draws
audiences into a breathtaking narrative space. Curious about how these themes are
created and how they reach global audiences? In this session, we have invited Thai
horror film director Banjong PISANTHANAKUN and Japanese horror master TAKA ICHISE as speakers, with Taiwanese director Lester HSI of The Bridge Curse as the moderator. They will come together to share their personal experiences and discuss the creative process behind building horror elements and narrative concepts.
Latin American Perspectives: New Contexts and Developments
in the Film and Television Market
This session will feature Silvia ECHEVERRI from the Colombian Film Commission, focusing on the current audiovisual market in Latin America. Through Silvia’s observations, we will explore the trends in content development within the Latin American film and television industry.
Trend Analysis: Interpreting the Southeast Asian Film and Television Market
Join Michelle LIN, Associate Director at K7 Media, for a presentation on the evolving TV and digital landscape of Southeast Asia. She will explore key markets, major players, and their programming strategies, providing insights into cultural nuances, market dynamics, and perceptions of Taiwanese content. Michelle will also discuss shifting viewer behaviors, regional challenges, and highlight local content trends, popular genres, and successful format adaptations that resonate with Southeast Asian audiences.
International Film Financing and Co-Production:
From Eurasia to Global Collaboration
In film and television development and production, resource issues are bound to arise. How can you secure funding and find the right financial assistance programs? This session will feature representatives from Turkish Radio Television Corporation, TRT Sinema, along with representatives from the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, and National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS). They will share their respective film and television resource co-production plans, helping you to quickly grasp various international funding opportunities.
No Borders: The New Wave of Taiwan Actors in International Collaboration
In the globalized film and television industry, international co-productions have become a prominent trend. However, differences in cultural backgrounds, languages, and working styles often present challenges for actors and production teams. This session features Taiwanese actors Esther LIU, WU Ke-xi, Kai KO, and JC Lin, who will share their international experiences, and talk about building connections in diverse teams, adapting to a range of directing styles and production practices, and reflecting cultural nuances in their performances.
TAICCA Chairman Homme TSAI noted that this year’s FORUM is expected to inspire many discussions and conversations, so that the Taiwanese content industry can absorb innovative ways of thinking from around the world, and heighten competitiveness through international strategic collaborations.
The FORUM sessions will be held during the TCCF from November 5 to 8. Please visit https://www.tccf.tw/en/forum/session_info for more information on each session and registration. Registration is open now until October 28, and it’s on a first registered, first served basis.
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2024 TCCF Event Period: 5 November 2024 – 8 November 2024; Venue: Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2, 7F
2024 TCCF Badge Purchase: https://www.tccf.tw/zh/join-conference (available until 28 October 2024)
2024 TCCF FORUM Registration: https://www.tccf.tw/zh/forum/session_info (available until 28 October 2024)
2024 TCCF Official Website: https://www.tccf.tw/zh