Cannes – Venevision International, the global distributor of entertainment content of the Cisneros Group of Companies, has announced the signing of a worldwide content deal with global TV site Viki for the rights to some of its most acclaimed telenovelas, including its latest international hits Eva Luna and Corazon Apasionado (Passions of the Heart). The agreement includes the rights to “Special Editions” of some of Venevision International’s most successful telenovelas, … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Venevision International signs content deal with Viki
Archives for April 2013
MIPTV: Euronews outlines its new corporate structure and YouTube deployment strategy
Cannes – Euronews announced at MIPTV that it will be rolling out a new organisation that plays on the strengths of its 400-strong journalist staff and the quality of its editorial line. The product marketing and innovation department, a recently created cross-functional unit that acts as a matrix for anticipating the new ways in which news is consumed, is tasked with ensuring that Euronews' media offering performs for users and consolidates its place among the world leaders. Among … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Euronews outlines its new corporate structure and YouTube deployment strategy
MIPTV: Passion Distribution’s “Prospectors” licensed to NGCI
Passion Distribution has announced that its newly acquired title Prospectors (9x30’), which launched at MIPTV, has been licensed to National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) as part of a large pan-regional deal covering 171 countries. The agreement covers Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. It premiered on The Weather Channel on March 26 and was produced by High Noon Entertainment. The series follows a group of miners who are searching for rare gems … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Passion Distribution’s “Prospectors” licensed to NGCI
iConcerts Japan signs VOD deal with Japan’s J:COM
Switzerland-based iConcerts, part of Transmedia Communications SA, has announced the opening of a subsidiary office in Tokyo, operating under the brand name of iConcerts Japan effective immediately. The new subsidiary has, in addition, closed its first deal with Japanese Multiple-system operator (MSO) giant Jupiter Telecommunications Co., Ltd (J:COM). iConcerts Japan is headed by newly appointed CEO, Daihei Shiohama, who was previously Board Director/Head of International Business at Index … [Read more...] about iConcerts Japan signs VOD deal with Japan’s J:COM
“Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown” launches on CNN International on April 15
CNN will premiere the new lifestyle series Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown on April 15 in Asia. The one-hour series, hosted by renowned chef and award-winning television personality Anthony Bourdain, follows Bourdain as he travels across the globe to uncover little-known areas of the world and celebrate diverse cultures by exploring food and dining rituals. The premiere episode will feature an inside look at Myanmar. In his maiden voyage to the country formerly known as Burma, Bourdain and his … [Read more...] about “Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown” launches on CNN International on April 15
MIPTV: Moonscoop introduces new animated series “Lalaloopsy”
Cannes/Los Angeles – Moonscoop has announced that it is set to launch international distribution of Lalaloopsy – a half-hour animated series based on MGA Entertainment’s Lalaloopsy dolls. The 52-episode series will be co-produced under a partnership between MGA Entertainment and Nickleodeon. Lalaloopsy made its debut in the US on Nickelodeon on March 29. A celebration of diversity, friendship and teamwork, the children’s series features the original eight Lalaloopsy … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Moonscoop introduces new animated series “Lalaloopsy”
