THE TEAM.
DANNY HUI
President and Director
Danny Hui brings over four decades of international experience in film production, distribution, cable television, and marketing, with a career spanning Asia and North America. His leadership experience includes serving as Senior Vice President and Head of TV Production at Columbia TriStar Television Asia, part of Sony Pictures Entertainment, and as Chief Executive Officer of Super Television in Taiwan.
As a Director of OdeonMedia, Danny provides strategic vision, senior industry guidance, and mentorship across the company's international production, distribution, and partnership strategy. Rather than overseeing operational execution, he draws on longstanding relationships across global markets to advise the team, strengthen collaborations, and identify opportunities for the company's projects.
His recent credits include serving as Executive Producer on the China/Hong Kong co-production Dream Chasers and Producer on the Canadian feature Always With You. Danny is passionate about building meaningful international partnerships that expand the global reach of Canadian storytelling.
MICHAEL J. WERNER
Director
Michael J. Werner is an internationally respected film executive with more than forty years of experience in film production, distribution, international sales, and media consulting, with a particular focus on the Asia-Pacific region.
As a Director of OdeonMedia, Michael provides strategic vision, international sales guidance, and mentorship to the company's leadership and creative team. His role focuses on long-term development, distribution strategy, global partnerships, and industry positioning rather than hands-on production management.
Michael previously served as Head of Asia Pacific for 20th Century Fox International, where he helped bring Titanic to theatrical audiences in mainland China. He later joined Fortissimo Films, playing a key role in introducing acclaimed Asian filmmakers including Wong Kar-wai, Zhang Yimou, and Jiang Wen to global audiences. His recent executive producing credits include All Shall Be Well, winner of the Teddy Award at the 2024 Berlin International Film Festival, and the martial arts action film The Furious.
Michael currently serves as a Strategic Consultant for Hong Kong's Edko Films and 852 Films. Through his work with Dream Chasers, he brings international production insight, global industry relationships, and long-term franchise-building strategy to OdeonMedia's expanding slate.
IAN HUI
Film Director
Ian Hui is a filmmaker whose work blends cinematic storytelling with emotionally grounded characters and multicultural perspectives. His creative approach centres on visual clarity, authentic performance, and stories with the emotional depth to connect across languages, cultures, and territories.
As OdeonMedia's creative lead, Ian guides the development and direction of the company's scripted productions from early concept and screenplay refinement through production and post-production. Working closely with writers, producers, performers, and editors, he helps establish each project's creative vision, protect its emotional core, and shape a distinctive cinematic identity.
His credits include the award-winning short film Dreams of Glory, the Canadian drama feature Always With You, and the China/Hong Kong sports drama feature Dream Chasers, where he served as Co-Director. His production experience across Canada, Hong Kong, mainland China, and Los Angeles has strengthened his ability to lead cross-cultural creative teams and develop visually ambitious projects for international audiences.
MNDENI DLUDLU
Development Executive
Mndeni Dludlu brings more than seven years of international experience across South Africa, mainland China, Hong Kong, and Canada, working across film, theatre, education, and creative development.
As Development Executive at OdeonMedia, Mndeni plays an active role in advancing the company's projects through story analysis, creative planning, research, team coordination, and international growth initiatives. He has helped shape the company's efforts to position Always With You for Canadian and international audiences, championing a story whose themes of love, resilience, and family resonate across cultures and generations.
An award-winning filmmaker for his short film Indalo, Mndeni combines his experience as a writer, performance director, and educator to champion character-driven stories with lasting emotional impact and global resonance.
EMMANUEL CORTES
Writer & Researcher
Emmanuel Cortes combines technical filmmaking experience with thoughtful narrative development, bringing a practical understanding of storytelling from both behind the camera and on the page.
At OdeonMedia, Emmanuel supports the ongoing development of the company's growing slate through story research, screenplay development, and collaborative writing, helping shape projects from early concepts through script development alongside the creative team.
His writing is informed by extensive research, strong narrative structure, and a commitment to creating authentic, emotionally engaging stories that translate naturally from script to screen.
MANFRED LAM
Film Editor
Manfred Lam is an accomplished editor specializing in feature films, commercial productions, and narrative storytelling.
As OdeonMedia's editor, Manfred leads the editorial workflow, shaping the company's productions through post-production and creative collaboration. His recent work includes editing the China/Hong Kong co-production Dream Chasers, while also contributing to Always With You and supporting the company's broader development slate through editorial planning and story development.
A graduate of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Manfred combines technical precision with a refined storytelling sensibility, crafting seamless cinematic experiences that resonate with audiences.
