Singapore – At Malaysia's Networking Luncheon held at ATF on December 6, Datuk Md Afendi Datuk Hamdan, Chairman of the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS), made several announcements, beginning with Malaysia’s first major international market, the Kuala Lumpur Communications & Creative Industry Mart (KLCCIM), which will take place in Kuala Lumpur from March 26th - 29th, 2013. KLCCIM is supported by FINAS, Malaysian Communications & Multimedia Commission … [Read more...] about ATF 2012: Malaysia announces its intention to launch its own content market in March 2013
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Australian Directors Guild demands for Amazing Race director to be removed as nominee
The Australian Directors Guild (ADG) has reportedly advised the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) to withdraw Michael McKay, the executive producer and director of The Amazing Race Australia, from its nomination list for “Best Direction in Television” at the 2nd AACTA Awards held in January 2013. According to local media, the ADG felt that McKay did not fit the category because the other three directors’ nominated projects are dramas while McKay’s … [Read more...] about Australian Directors Guild demands for Amazing Race director to be removed as nominee
And the Asian Television Award goes to…
The 17th Asian Television Awards, organised by Contineo Media and official publication Television Asia Plus, was held on December 6, 2012 at the Shangri-La, Singapore. The big winners for the night were Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) and International Channel Shanghai (ICS), SMG, collectively clinching the top four awards. The awards event was attended by some 400 industry professionals from across Asia, including channel heads, programming execs, creative talent and on-screen … [Read more...] about And the Asian Television Award goes to…
“Space Dive” lands with international broadcasters
BBC Worldwide has licensed Space Dive, the documentary charting Felix Baumgartner’s record-breaking skydive, to broadcasters in 13 countries across the globe. VRT (Belgium), DR (Denmark), YLE (Finland), RTL (Germany), VPRO (Holland), France 4 (France), Russia 2 (Russia), NRK (Norway), Channel NewsAsia (Singapore), Chosun (Korea), TVP (Poland), Kompas TV (Indonesia) and Sportsnet (Canada) are all ready to screen the documentary, which contains exclusive never-before-seen footage charting … [Read more...] about “Space Dive” lands with international broadcasters
Oliver Herrgesell appointed SVP of communications at Turner Broadcasting International
Oliver Herrgesell has joined Turner Broadcasting System International as Senior Vice President of Communications, where he will serve as Turner Broadcasting’s chief communications and public relations executive in markets outside the U.S. He is in charge of developing communications strategy and overseeing execution of messaging related to Turner’s international business portfolio and industry position. In addition, he will work closely with President of Turner International, … [Read more...] about Oliver Herrgesell appointed SVP of communications at Turner Broadcasting International
HBO Asia launches two new HD channels
Singapore – HBO Asia has announced the launch of two new HD channels - HBO SIGNATURE HD and HBO FAMILY HD, doubling their HD offerings to four. Recently launched in Indonesia, Mongolia and the Philippines with more territories to follow, HBO SIGNATURE HD and HBO FAMILY HD will be available on StarHub in Singapore from Friday, November 30. “With all HBO branded linear channels available in high-definition, subscribers will get to enjoy a cinematic experience on … [Read more...] about HBO Asia launches two new HD channels
