Cultural Pitfalls helps film production companies, studios, and executives avoid getting their movies banned in foreign markets. We also support products and services attempting to launch in international markets.
"WHAT WE HAVE HERE IS A FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE"
That famous movie line, spoken by the Captain in Cool Hand Luke might just say it all. Today there are big issues around how film dialogue and scenes connect with cultures. There are many culture pitfalls that can costs your films millions. We are here to help.
“What we have here is a failure to communicate.”* —culturally speaking, that is!
Focusing on cultural pitfalls right away is crucial to the success of your brand or film in the global market. Cultural missteps can lead to brand damage, financial losses, and even legal trouble. Big money down a box office black hole. That’s why it’s essential to be aware of potential pitfalls and to navigate cultural differences with sensitivity and respect.
To do this, you need to have a deep understanding of the cultural norms, values, and customs of the regions in which you plan to launch your brand or film. You also need to be aware of taboo topics and sensitive issues that may provoke backlash or controversy in certain markets.
By focusing on cultural pitfalls right away, you can develop a messaging strategy that is culturally sensitive and appropriate for each market. This may involve adapting your messaging, logo, or even the content of your film or advertising campaign to align with local values and beliefs. At the very least, not offend them—your market.
It’s also important to collaborate with experts and consultants who can provide valuable insight into the nuances of each market. They can help you navigate complex cultural issues and ensure that your messaging is effective and appropriate.
Ultimately, the key to focusing on cultural pitfalls right away is to approach cultural differences with humility and respect. By embracing cultural diversity and finding common ground with audiences across borders, you can increase your chances of success in the global market and avoid cultural missteps that could harm your brand or film.
Think of it as insurance against a box office disaster.
Cultural Pitfalls has over twenty years (20) experience working in the Global Distribution Market of entertainment content.
Cultural Pitfalls success has been driven by our top expertise in the marketing of Western Products in international Muslim communitites.
CLUTURAL PITFALLS SERVICES
Cultural Pitfalls read scripts in light of cultural sensitivities issues, pitfalls and faux pass that may be found, even hidden, in the writing, plot points or dialogue-all the things that could potentially damage your commercial success.
Our Script Service Package includes;
- Initial one-hour conversation about objectives.
- Report on analysis.
- Script (or other materials) analysis.
- Review by phone (Video Chat) or in person.
Cultural Pitfalls meet with and train directors, producers, actors and actresses- all the key talent who may be approached by foreign media.
Cultural Pitfalls offers;
- Cultural Norms Education
- Behavioral Faux Pas &
- Gaffe Avoidance Training
- Cultural Best Practices
Also offering disaster PR assistance and emergency training packages.
Traveling to another location or business or a film site?
Cultural Pitfalls customized training programs offer immediate education services that elevate individual or team departments, as may be needed for sensitive business visits and/or meetings; this includes etiquette training for high government function attendance, diplomatic or special invite events.
Cultural Pitfalls offers customized culture-by-country education and training program’s help corporations and production companies make the most of their foreign travel visits.
Thinking of doing business in a foreign country or entering international markets?
Cultural Pitfalls proprietary Product Cultural Sensitivity Mapping highlights various issues that might arise as you launch products and services in specific countries and within the various regions inside those countries.
Cultural Pitfalls offers;
- International Strategic Planning
- Product Impact Analysis via
- Foreign Country
- Foreign Region
Our consulting services impact product and/or service roll-out strategies.
Do your know if your foreign marketing campaign is strategically sensitive to the culture or market you are trying to capture? – THIS IS A MUST!
Not only does a product or business impact your success, the marketing behind your promotional push may require strategic, culture-based analysis.
Cultural Pitfalls offers;
- Culture-by-Country Product Marketing Analysis
- Review Marketing Campaigns
- Slogans
- Outreach planning in light of;
- Current cultural sensitivity
- Historical cultural sensitivity issues on country by country basis
Cultural Pitfalls ensures that the message the audience hears is the message you intended.
CONTACT CULTURAL PITFALLS
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