“The Projector is a space for people who are curious,” says Karen Tan, the co-founder of Singapore’s only independent cinema, The Projector, on Crazy Smart Asia. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, she discusses the benefits and challenges of disrupting a traditional industry, balancing creativity with business demands and why she lets people throw toilet paper at each other in her cinema.01:18 Quick Fire Questions with Karen03:02 Karen's Childhood and ADHD Journey06:10 Early Entrepreneurial Ventures09:29 From Architecture to Investment Banking12:07 The Birth of The Projector15:06 Discovering the Golden Mile Tower20:58 The Birth of an Independent Cinema21:47 Overcoming Initial Challenges22:35 Embracing Failure and Experimentation26:17 Building a Cultural Institution30:10 Balancing Business and Culture34:24 Unforgettable Moments at The Projector36:44 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs38:07 Conclusion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.