Chow Wai Thong, Managing Director of August Pictures in Singapore, said in an interview that the rapid development of Chinese mini series has provided new perspectives and inspiration for the overseas film and television industry.

Founded by Chow nearly 20 years ago, August Pictures has grown from producing current affairs programs and documentaries to expanding into TV dramas and films. He admitted that through his own experience with mini series production, he realized that even small teams are capable of creating high-quality works. What impressed him most, however, was the complete industrial chain demonstrated by China's mini series, which revealed even greater possibilities.

"China has already established a highly mature industry chain for mini series, spanning development, creation, production, distribution, and promotion. This has not only accelerated the global outreach of Chinese culture but also offered valuable lessons for markets such as Singapore," Chow said.

He noted that the commercialization of Chinese mini series places a stronger emphasis on precisely capturing audiences, enhancing the market value of stories, and maximizing financial returns. This model, Chow added, serves as a reminder that creators should balance artistic expression with market awareness and industrial ecology.

According to Chow, the most valuable lesson from Chinese mini series lies in their compact narrative rhythm and sharp emotional control. "They teach us how to use more dramatic storytelling techniques to attract and retain viewers. These narrative skills and creative approaches can also be applied to traditional TV dramas," he explained.

Looking ahead, Chow hopes to strike a balance between traditional storytelling and commercial operation. By borrowing storytelling techniques and strengths of China's mini series industry chain, he aims to deliver more quality productions to audiences worldwide.