Let’s reminisce with Asian broadcasters during the peak season of ATF: In Singapore, broadcasters have been forced to adapt quickly to changes viewing habits as telcos move in, while producers have had to be equally nimble to ensure their content attracts eyeballs in such a media-rich environment. For Mediacorp, juggling programming and content delivery demands has paid dividends both in Singapore and further afield. Its operations span the media spectrum, from traditional TV networks to … [Read more...] about Asia celebrates great TV content at ATF
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Gordon reveals the motivation behind his TV persona at MIPCOM 2017
I had the honour to be invited by all3media to an exclusive roundtable discussion with international renowned chef, Gordon Ramsay. He’s certainly a showman by nature. British chef Gordon Ramsay is celebrating 25 years in the television industry this year, with shows like Hell’s Kitchen, MasterChef, Kitchen Nightmares and F Word having made him a well-known personality across the world. It’s a long way from his fi rst visit to Cannes in 1992 as the chef on Neighbours mogul Reg Grundy’s … [Read more...] about Gordon reveals the motivation behind his TV persona at MIPCOM 2017
Some interesting facts – playing catch-up in Asia
I noticed that after 16 year of dominating broadcasters’ schedules around Asia, South Korean drama is penetrating the Western world and the Middle Eastern region. For example, CBS in the US has picked up Good Doctor from KBS for a local adaption – just one of a number of K-drama formats heading stateside in recent months. Turkish production houses have also started adaptation to Korean dramas two years ago. In an era when subtitled foreign drama has started to make an impact in Western … [Read more...] about Some interesting facts – playing catch-up in Asia
Bullish about Asia
I believe, from a global perspective, the television industry is seeing the co-existence of both radical progress and nostalgia in entertainment. This trend, to a certain extent, is also being reflected in China. We have seen the emergence of shows featuring apps to allow simultaneous home participation, as new technology re-shapes the way people consume entertainment and TV executives overcome their fear that new media is a monster devouring traditional media. However, it is fair … [Read more...] about Bullish about Asia
The secret’s out
It’s no secret that every TV outlet, digital or otherwise, is looking for the next big drama. And audience demand for engaging, quality scripted programming has never been so high. Unique drama is a key selling point for online delivery brands as these platforms consolidate their positions in the market. But while digital platforms are hungry for great stories, there’s a desire for quality drama among the pay-TV channels and large free-to-air broadcasters as well, as nothing strengthens a TV … [Read more...] about The secret’s out
Digital Tsunami
As we approach MIPTV once again, I was reminded that content markets such as MIPCOM, ATF, BCM, NATPE and others serve a critical function, allowing exhibitors and buyers to network and explore new opportunities that may lead to business transactions. For many years, it was a relatively predictable business. Shows were developed and licenced to a network, then marketed internationally or packaged in output deals. Now, new digital platforms, on-demand viewing and thousands of viewer choices … [Read more...] about Digital Tsunami
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