As they head to ATF 2022, UK-based distributor Espresso Media International are proud to announce several deals with Japan, Korea and Taiwan’s major public broadcasters. To Japan’s public service broadcaster NHK, Espresso have licensed Finite: The Climate of Change (1 x 52’), which documents an unlikely alliance between German activists fighting to save an ancient forest, and a rural English community protecting their homes from a new opencast coal mine. An insider’s view into the world of … [Read more...] about Espresso Media closes factual deals with Japan, Korea, and Taiwan’s public service broadcasters
Bridging the Dragon explored Euro-Asian collaboration during its yearly lab in Mallorca
The 8th Bridging the Dragon Project Lab has been held by the producers’ association Bridging the Dragon, in collaboration with the Mallorca Film Commission and ICEX, from 25th November to 28th November in Mallorca, Spain. After 9 years of connecting the Chinese and European audiovisual industries, this year for the first time the 4 days immersive event has invited professionals not only from China but from the whole of Far East Asia. Since 2021 the Chinese film market has dropped dramatically … [Read more...] about Bridging the Dragon explored Euro-Asian collaboration during its yearly lab in Mallorca
Trailer Out now for ZEE5 Global’s Original movie and psychological thriller Blurr
ZEE5 Global, unveiled the trailer of its much-awaited direct-to-digital film ‘Blurr today. Directed by Ajay Bahl, Blurr is an intriguing narrative that follows the story of twin sisters, Gayatri - Gautami and their encounters with the unknown world due to loss of sight. Packed with powerful performances by Taapsee Pannu and Gulshan Devaiah, this psychological thriller will exclusively premiere on ZEE5 Global in Hindi with subtitles from December 9, 2022. As seen in the trailer, Blurr … [Read more...] about Trailer Out now for ZEE5 Global’s Original movie and psychological thriller Blurr
STUDIOCANAL announces development of epic action drama AGOODJIE from Future Production and CANAL+ International
STUDIOCANAL, Europe’s leader in production, distribution and international sales of TV series and feature films, announces development of epic action drama AGOODJIE. AGOODJIE (8 x 52 minutes), commissioned by CANAL+ International, is based on the extraordinary true story of a fearsome female army in 19th century Africa. To be filmed in English-language in stunning locations in South Africa, Nigeria and Benin, the series is created by Didier Lacoste (Guyane, L’Ecole du Pouvoir, … [Read more...] about STUDIOCANAL announces development of epic action drama AGOODJIE from Future Production and CANAL+ International
The Ink Factory revives cult classic Cleopatra Wong with Beach House Pictures
Award-winning London and LA-based independent studio The Ink Factory (“The Night Manager”, Fighting with My Family, “The Little Drummer Girl”) has teamed with Singapore, Beijing and Tokyo-based Beach House Pictures, a Blue Ant Studios company and one of Asia’s largest indies, for a television series adaptation of Cleopatra Wong – which The Ink Factory has acquired rights to adapt through the partnership. The series will be co-written by Chinese-American writer Tasha Huo (Red Sonja, “Tomb Raider” … [Read more...] about The Ink Factory revives cult classic Cleopatra Wong with Beach House Pictures
Big Brother Reaches 65th Market with Banijay Rights landing first series deal for VIP version in Kosovo
Banijay Rights today announces Big Brother VIP will be adapted for the Republic of Kosovo. Co-produced by Klan Kosova and Artmotion, the new series will air on Klan Kosova from the 5th of December, bringing the Banijay format to 65 countries. Originally created by EndemolShine Nederland, Big Brother recently returned to Telefe in Argentina after five years. The reboot was a huge success with a 70% share on its launch. This follows the recent news of the format’s return to the UK with ITV2 and … [Read more...] about Big Brother Reaches 65th Market with Banijay Rights landing first series deal for VIP version in Kosovo