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Danny Farber
Director and content creator who specializes in producing vertical 'microdrama' series for short-form streaming apps; discussed production, economics, and global spread of microdramas on the episode.
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Sep 17, 2025
• 46min
The Highly Addictive World of Chinese Micro-Dramas
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Danny Farber, a director and content creator specializing in microdrama series, delves into the fascinating world of this rapidly growing format. He explains how vertical soap operas are capturing global audiences and generating significant revenue through micropayments. Farber discusses the unique production challenges, including modest budgets that yield multimillion-dollar success. He also explores the origins of microdramas in China and what Hollywood can learn from this trend, highlighting the impact of attention economics in shaping viewer engagement.
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