Eyes, ears, and moccasins on the ground is enough to ensure that the emerging free market is wisely mentored. The heavy use of public force is not to be countenanced. This is the premise of a Chinese made faux reality TV series, long running, set in a fictitious area of North East Asia. The show features close cooperation with international security agencies. Producing realistically requires professional guidance. But how does a recently retired military officer or an international police operative on furlough with a passion for film and television, and respect for Asian traditions, get an introduction to the proper authorities? Softly softly, the writers note. Wisely, openly, introductions are made. You love the film business. Is there more? Fencers and equestrians requested, new tech also welcome, but not required. It's a situation where the right attitude means more than power. Good money, good insurance, great food, wonderful team, first in, first served :-). The Chinese social media phenomenon WeChat is the way to get known. Add me. If it were Hollywood, you'd be there, and you'd make sure you got to know the right people. WeChat makes that much easier. It's your high tech com device of choice, reaching your team in their own language. The director calls the shots. "Action!" "There's a lot of talk in high places. When the UN moves, the world follows. But before then there is case scenario prep to do, and I know you know that." "Without a golden carriage to ride in, the foot soldiers find their own way, by invitation, and earn their agreed pay. The job is done, and that's enough." Today's suspects have been tracked to the border and arrested without incident. Across the moonlit river, the shadowy figures they came to meet step back to their peaceful homes, thwarted, again, but growing aware at last that with the right permissions from the correct agencies, anything is possible, and rewarding.
Interested in hearing from anyone with a will to work in China, or to participate from where ever they are. The project above is just one of several in development. There is some private finance available for script writing and production ~ a lot depends on the story, on business potential. There is also generous government funding available through the New Zealand - China film and television co-production agreements.