Paris – MIPCOM 2015 will welcome a high-profile keynote panel to discuss the business strategy and creative process behind the BBC’s epic TV adaptation of War and Peace. This new adaptation of Leo Tolstoy’s famous novel is scheduled to air in the UK on the BBC in late 2015/early 2016, before rolling out worldwide. The session is a major feature of the conference theme “A New Creative Excellence” and the panellists will provide an insight into what is involved in … [Read more...] about War and Peace to a new generation
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Real Rob at MIPCOM
Toronto, Canada – Tricon Films & Television is pleased to announce that Rob Schneider, star, producer, director and co-writer of the scripted comedy series, Real Rob! (8X30’) will be attending MIPCOM 2015. The series stars, is independently produced, directed and self-financed by the Emmy-nominated actor/comedian with his real life wife, Mexican television producer Patricia Azarcoya, who also co-wrote the series with Schneider. Real Rob! is an exaggerated … [Read more...] about Real Rob at MIPCOM
NBCUniversal appoints Emily Yeomans
London – NBCUniversal International, the world’s leading media and entertainment company has appointed Emily Yeomans as the Vice President, Corporate Communications, NBC Universal International. Emily Yeomans as the Vice President, Corporate Communications, NBC Universal International. Yeomans will relocate from New York to London to begin her new role commencing September 7, 2015. Reporting to Denise Bassett, Senior Vice President, Communications, NBCUniversal International, … [Read more...] about NBCUniversal appoints Emily Yeomans
ABC to debut Bobbie the Bear at MIP Junior
ABC Commercial has been appointed the international distribution partner for the new Australian series, Bobbie the Bear (10 x 3’ HD), created by Lavender Bear Productions. Bobbie the Bear is a delightful live action animation series about the adventures of a very cute, resourceful and inquisitive purple bear. The series was inspired by the incredible popularity of a soft lavender-scented purple bear called Bobbie which has taken Asia by storm. Last year, more than 65,000 tourists flocked … [Read more...] about ABC to debut Bobbie the Bear at MIP Junior
Fulfilling Demands for Family Edutainment
Singapore – Da Vinci Media GmbH today announced the launch of the knowledge-focused edutainment video on demand block, Da Vinci Learning, on StarHub’s online streaming service StarHub Go. The Germany headquartered educational media company has partnered with StarHub to launch the dedicated educational video on demand block which aims to inspire kids 6-10 and parents alike in the joys of learning about the world around them. Da Vinci Learning is now available on StarHub Go’s Go … [Read more...] about Fulfilling Demands for Family Edutainment
Discovery commissions 13 new projects
Singapore - Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific today announced 13 new local productions commissioned out of Asia-Pacific for the network’s various brands including flagship Discovery Channel, leading travel and lifestyle channel TLC, and Discovery Kids. The shows are produced with local production companies and crews, and/or feature local talent, bringing a truly local flavour to programmes that are made for an international audience. The slate of local productions further reinforces … [Read more...] about Discovery commissions 13 new projects