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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
CAPE (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment) is teaming up with the JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization), a Japanese government organization, for the launch of the Beyond JAPAN -FILMMAKER- program to support rising directors and producers from Japan for potential expansion into Hollywood leading to international success. The Beyond JAPAN -FILMMAKER- program is backed by the Japanese government as part of their commitment to bolster Japanese films and TV series to the global market.
This inaugural initiative begins virtually in October before transitioning into in-person sessions in Hollywood. Co-facilitated with CAPE, Plug and Play and JETRO, the first-of-its-kind program is taught in English and designed to nurture aspiring international filmmakers who will drive the next generation of innovation and contribute to Japan’s growth strategy. Designed to provide necessary input needed for global expansion while simultaneously offering output catered to industry needs, cohort members receive mentorship and networking opportunities both from Japanese and U.S. professionals combined with seminars and sessions led by industry heavyweights in Hollywood.
MEET THE FILMMAKERS
Congrats to the 2024 Cohort for the Beyond Japan Filmmaker program! Click on each image to read their bios.
SCREENING COMMITTEE
The Beyond JAPAN -FILMMAKER- program Director/Producer cohort was selected in part by a committee of veteran directors, actors, screenwriters and producers both from Hollywood and the Japanese film industry, many whome have worked on films like the Palme d'Or-winning SHOPLIFTERS, MONSTER, LOST IN TRANSLATION, OH! LUCY, 37 SECONDS as well as series like TOKYO VICE.
SPEAKERS
The CAPE portion of the Beyond JAPAN -FILMMAKER- program Director/Producer cohort features the following speakers from across the industry from Hollywood.
GREGORY MCKNIGHT
Partner, UTA
PETER FRANCIOSA
Partner & Head of Production Arts, UTA
ERLAN NYSSANOV
Agent, Technology Business Development & Innovations, UTA
SANJAY SHARMA
CEO, Founder, Producer, Marginal Media
ANDREW HEVIA
Producer, MOONLIGHT
DESTIN DANIEL CRETTON
Director/Writer, SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS
CHRISTINA OH
Producer, MINARI
JANICE CHUA
Global Film & TV Producer, Third Culture Content
JAMES NGO
EVP, Franchise Management, Legendary Entertainment
ALANA MAYO
President, Orion Pictures
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ABOUT THE JAPAN EXTERNAL TRADE ORGANIZATION (JETRO) LOS ANGELES
JETRO, or the Japan External Trade Organization, is a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. Originally established in 1958 to promote Japanese exports abroad, JETRO's core focus in the 21st century has shifted toward promoting foreign direct investment into Japan and helping small to medium size Japanese firms maximize their global export potential.
PARTNERS OF BEYOND JAPAN -FILMMAKER- PROGRAM
