I only discovered Christmas movies a few months ago. I lived many years in Asia and focused on Asian-action films. I worked in the Hong Kong film business (marketing American movies to Chinese audiences).
I even made a short film in Asia called The Kung Fu Rock Chick. You can watch the trailer here. I’m a big martial arts fan, have a blackbelt in Taekwondo and speak Mandarin. So I’m a little enamored with action movies.
I decided to jump in with both feet. Sometimes I add Asian elements and even a bit of action to my Christmas screenplays. I write what I want to see on screen. Also since Christmas movies tend to be ‘formulaic’ – I believe having a unique and fresh point of view is essential to standing out.
I will soon add a segment in my podcasts about my journey of getting my own Christmas green light. It’s an exciting adventure and I hope to share my own Christmas magic with you.