TOEI Video announced that its sci-fi comedy film Life of Mariko in Kabukicho has won the White Raven Award at the 40th Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival. Directed by Eiji Uchida (The Naked Director) and Shinzo Katayama (Siblings of the Cave), Life of Mariko in Kabukicho tells the story of 28-year-old Mariko. She runs a detective business while running a bar in Shinjuku. Having secrets about her past, Mariko serves her regular customers. One day, the FBI visits … [Read more...] about TOEI Video’s ‘Life of Mariko in Kabukicho’ wins the White Raven Award at the 40th Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival
Sci-fi drama series ‘Long Gone’ headlines DFW International’s MIPCOM slate
Distributor DFW International (the sales division for Dutch FilmWorks, one of the leading film distributors in the Benelux region) will be offering buyers a varied compelling slate of drama series, factual and kids programming at the upcoming MIPCOM market. Headlining the slate is a brand-new gripping sci-fi drama series Long Gone (8 x 50’), produced by Dingie with co-production partners Interstellar Pictures and RTL Nederland. When Ava - a young doctor, visits a mysterious … [Read more...] about Sci-fi drama series ‘Long Gone’ headlines DFW International’s MIPCOM slate
Studio 100 Media announces ‘Vegesaurs’ to head to CBeebies
Studio 100 Media, one of the leading independent studios for kids & family entertainment, has signed an agreement with the BBC for the CGI, comedy-adventure series Vegesaurs. Produced by independent Australian producer Cheeky Little Media in association with the Australian Broadcasting Company (ABC), France TV and Studio 100, the mighty Vegesaurs (20 x 5’) will make their debut on CBeebies and BBC iPlayer later this year. Based on a concept created by Gary Eck and Nick O’Sullivan and … [Read more...] about Studio 100 Media announces ‘Vegesaurs’ to head to CBeebies
Keshet International acquires true crime docuseries ‘My Name Is Reeva: I Was Murdered By Oscar Pistorious’
Keshet International (KI), the global content producer and distributor, has successfully won the international distribution rights to the hotly contested 3x60’ true crime documentary series My Name is Reeva: I Was Murdered by Oscar Pistorius for its factual slate at MIPCOM 2022. Produced by WB Productions in partnership with Cactus Tree Entertainment, Bloodrose Productions, and Australia’s Global City Group, My Name is Reeva: I Was Murdered by Oscar Pistorius tells the true and intimate story of … [Read more...] about Keshet International acquires true crime docuseries ‘My Name Is Reeva: I Was Murdered By Oscar Pistorious’
Abacus Media Rights appoints Will Stapley as Head of Acquisitions
Abacus Media Rights (AMR), a member of the Amcomri Media Group, has appointed Will Stapley as Head of Acquisitions across both scripted and unscripted programming. Will has worked in international distribution for twelve years in acquisitions and sales in all territories worldwide. As Head of Acquisitions and Partnerships for TVF International since 2016, Will has been responsible for managing and developing the acquisitions and content partnerships strategy across all programme genres. He has … [Read more...] about Abacus Media Rights appoints Will Stapley as Head of Acquisitions
CAKE to launch Arcana Studios’ ‘My Brother The Monster’ at MIPCOM
Leading kids’ entertainment specialist CAKE has announced it has partnered with Arcana Studios on the animated family-friendly comedy series My Brother The Monster. Produced by Canadian animation house Arcana Studios and Mexican production company Gasolina Studios, My Brother The Monster (26 x 11’) is aimed at ages 6-8 years. CAKE comes on board as international distributor. Petunia’s ordinary summer becomes extraordinary when a cute ball-sized furry monster rockets down to earth from outer … [Read more...] about CAKE to launch Arcana Studios’ ‘My Brother The Monster’ at MIPCOM
