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Gerry Kim: Going Against The Grain, From Med School To Award-Winning Film Producing, And The Cost That Comes With It
In the face of societal pressures and familial expectations, Gerry Kim's story took an unexpected turn. A young man bound for a future in medicine, he dared to defy the norm. With a heart heavy with uncertainty, he made the difficult choice to abandon medical school, choosing instead to traverse the uncharted path of film production. The consequences were immense, straining his relationship with his family. But what happened next? How did Gerry navigate the treacherous terrain of the film industry? And did he find the success and fulfillment he yearned for? The answers lie in the remarkable twists and turns of Gerry's journey.
In this episode, Rich and Gerry discuss:
- The decision to quit medical school
- Finding a Path in Film
- Parental Expectations and empathy
- Finding and pursuing a difficult career path
- The Rise of Asian American Stories
- The power of storytelling
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Unravel the immense potential of choosing a purpose-centric career in the film galaxy.
- Dive deep into the realm of authentic storytelling and the role it plays to represent diversity in movies.
- Realize the transformative power of connection-building for ascending success ladders in the film industry.
- Get familiarized with smart strategies to augment your networking prowess yielding genuine and lasting relationships.
- Understand how mirroring your values with like-minded professionals can accelerate your journey toward your filmmaking aspirations.
"Don't be afraid to question the path laid out for you. Sometimes, finding your own place means venturing away from societal expectations and taking the time to figure out what truly fulfills you." – Gerry Kim
About Gerry Kim:
Gerry Kim runs the Brooklyn-based production company, PPW Films, which is committed to diverse and issue-based storytelling. He has produced many award-winning films, including Iris Shim’s The House of Suh, Jennifer Kroot’s To Be Takei, and Esra Saydam and Nisan Dags Across the Sea. His most recent film, Fernando Frias de la Parra’s I’m No Longer Here, won 10 Mexican Ariels and was shortlisted for Best International Film at the 2021 Academy Awards. In 2021, Gerry won the Producers Award at Film Independent’s Spirit Awards and was selected as a Creative Producing Fellow at the Sundance Institute in 2014.
Connect with Gerry:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerry-kim-8275ba88
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gerryjkim/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gerryjkim?lang=en
Film: I’m No Longer Here - https://www.netflix.com/ph-en/title/81025595
Connect with Rich Woo:
Website: www.catalyst.nm.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/richwoo/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rich_woo/?hl=en
Book: The Relationship Recession - https://a.co/d/dXlXd71
Email: [email protected]
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By Rich WooIn the face of societal pressures and familial expectations, Gerry Kim's story took an unexpected turn. A young man bound for a future in medicine, he dared to defy the norm. With a heart heavy with uncertainty, he made the difficult choice to abandon medical school, choosing instead to traverse the uncharted path of film production. The consequences were immense, straining his relationship with his family. But what happened next? How did Gerry navigate the treacherous terrain of the film industry? And did he find the success and fulfillment he yearned for? The answers lie in the remarkable twists and turns of Gerry's journey.
In this episode, Rich and Gerry discuss:
- The decision to quit medical school
- Finding a Path in Film
- Parental Expectations and empathy
- Finding and pursuing a difficult career path
- The Rise of Asian American Stories
- The power of storytelling
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Unravel the immense potential of choosing a purpose-centric career in the film galaxy.
- Dive deep into the realm of authentic storytelling and the role it plays to represent diversity in movies.
- Realize the transformative power of connection-building for ascending success ladders in the film industry.
- Get familiarized with smart strategies to augment your networking prowess yielding genuine and lasting relationships.
- Understand how mirroring your values with like-minded professionals can accelerate your journey toward your filmmaking aspirations.
"Don't be afraid to question the path laid out for you. Sometimes, finding your own place means venturing away from societal expectations and taking the time to figure out what truly fulfills you." – Gerry Kim
About Gerry Kim:
Gerry Kim runs the Brooklyn-based production company, PPW Films, which is committed to diverse and issue-based storytelling. He has produced many award-winning films, including Iris Shim’s The House of Suh, Jennifer Kroot’s To Be Takei, and Esra Saydam and Nisan Dags Across the Sea. His most recent film, Fernando Frias de la Parra’s I’m No Longer Here, won 10 Mexican Ariels and was shortlisted for Best International Film at the 2021 Academy Awards. In 2021, Gerry won the Producers Award at Film Independent’s Spirit Awards and was selected as a Creative Producing Fellow at the Sundance Institute in 2014.
Connect with Gerry:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerry-kim-8275ba88
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gerryjkim/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gerryjkim?lang=en
Film: I’m No Longer Here - https://www.netflix.com/ph-en/title/81025595
Connect with Rich Woo:
Website: www.catalyst.nm.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/richwoo/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rich_woo/?hl=en
Book: The Relationship Recession - https://a.co/d/dXlXd71
Email: [email protected]