As public broadcasters, we naturally intend to be well accepted in our home country, but we also want to increase our presence overseas and raise funds for future productions. However, gaining popularity at home is one thing and making an impact abroad is another. Why do some stories work in certain territories but not in another? How do you make stories travel across cultural borders? What are the factors, which will enable dramas to be internationally successful? Is there a universal story element that could be applied to cultural subjects? In this session we look at the specifics of Asian Storytelling. There are many well-known Hollywood films that are remakes of East Asian stories. We show three East Asian dramas. Each of them is highly successful and acclaimed in their home country. Will these be able to travel? Come see for yourself!
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