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.
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.
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.
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.
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!".
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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The Taiwan Creative Content Fest is a leading content industry event in Asia, where buyers and sellers from across the globe gather each year to participate in networking and business negotiations. Taking place from November 5 to 8 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, the 2024 TCCF is divided into three main sections: PITCHING, MARKET, and FORUM. TCCF continues to provide business services for the cultural content industry, matching promising IPs with international funding, driving commercial transactions and development among industry professionals worldwide, fostering exchanges of practical experiences and future industry trends, and connecting content creators and professional talents with industry resources.
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/en/join-conference (available until 28 October 2024)
2024 TCCF FORUM Registration: https://www.tccf.tw/en/forum/session_info (available until 28 October 2024)
2024 TCCF Official Website: https://www.tccf.tw/en
TAICCA Official Website: https://taicca.tw/
