Fat Dancing Productions takes its name from the USC graduate film that launched David N. Weiss's career - "The Man Tho Loved Fat Dancing." Praised by the LA Times as "uncommonly mature" and "charming," the film's spirit of faith, comedy, and personal  storytelling continues to infuse Weiss's work today.

Fat Dancing Productions takes its name from the USC graduate film that launched David N. Weiss's career - "The Man Tho Loved Fat Dancing." Praised by the LA Times as "uncommonly mature" and "charming," the film's spirit of faith, comedy, and personal  storytelling continues to infuse Weiss's work today.

Fat Dancing Productions, East GK

Fat Dancing Productions takes its name from the USC graduate film that launched David N. Weiss's career - "The Man Tho Loved Fat Dancing." Praised by the LA Times as "uncommonly mature" and "charming," the film's spirit of faith, comedy, and personal storytelling continues to infuse Weiss's work today.

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Popular gaming platforms Roblox and Fortnite will be key marketing platforms for the launch of Toei Animation’s upcoming English-language film “Hypergalactic.” “Hypergalactic” is directed by David N. Weiss….

August 6, 2024 

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Japanese anime giant Toei Animation (One Piece Film: RedThe First Slam Dunk) is teaming with Sonic the Hedgehog game designer Naoto Oshima, Shrek 2 and The Smurfs writer David N. Weiss…

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Meet David N. Weiss: Emmy-Nominated Writer of Box Office Hits

David N. Weiss, an Emmy Award™ nominee, has written for iconic family films like “Shrek 2,” “Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius,” and “Rugrats.” His combined box office earnings exceed $2.3 billion worldwide. Recently, he directed “HyperGalactic” for Toei Animation, further expanding his impressive portfolio.

Educational Services

David N. Weiss, former WGA Vice President and Motion Picture Academy member, has over 30 years of screenwriting experience. He has delivered lectures on writing and career success at institutions like USC, Cornell, Ithaca College, and Leeds University. Through his educational talks and masterclasses, he continues to mentor the next generation of storytellers in film, TV, and new media.

Bridging the Gap Between Western Studios and Japanese Animation

Fat Dancing Productions, East GK seeks to connect studios, creators, and producers across continents, providing insightful production liaison services to help Western companies break into the Japanese market and vice versa. With a deep understanding of cross-cultural storytelling, production pipelines, and industry expectations, the company offers invaluable support in outsourcing, development, and international collaboration, making it a go-to bridge between East and West in the world of animation.

Selected Public Speaking Engagements

David is not only a talented writer-director, but also a sought-after speaker, captivating audiences worldwide. With his unique blend of humor and insight, he shares valuable strategies on success, work-life balance, stress management, and creativity. David’s dynamic talks inspire and entertain, offering practical tools for thriving in competitive environments at global events, conferences, and corporate gatherings. He also excels at presenting in educational, spiritual and religious environments.

Book Your Personal One-on-One

David N. Weiss, former WGA Vice President and Motion Picture Academy member, brings over 30 years of screenwriting expertise. Renowned for his story sense and script mentoring, he offers personalized one-on-one sessions to refine your script and guide you toward success.

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