What were the main objectives for TVB to be present here this year? FILMART is a very important event — it’s the second largest TV and film industry exhibition in the world — and as the leading TV station in Hong Kong, we have to be present. And it’s also encouraged by the HKTDC (Hong Kong Trade Development Council) to promote the industry. Our role is quite special. We are a TV station, and we produce programmes ourselves. We have our own production team, our own TVB … [Read more...] about TVA Web Exclusive: Interview with Sherman Lee, Controller, International Business, TVBI
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MIPTV: ITV Studios sells 500 hours across China and Thailand
Cannes – ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) has signed a raft of programming deals totalling more than 500 hours with digital platforms and TV broadcasters across China and Thailand. ITVS GE has signed a multi-year drama output deal with Tencent, a provider of comprehensive Internet services in China. The agreement sees ITVS GE providing over 100 hours annually of its market-leading drama content, including titles such as the Golden Globe award-winning Dancing on the Edge and … [Read more...] about MIPTV: ITV Studios sells 500 hours across China and Thailand
MIPTV: Keshet International formats enter Asia
Cannes – Keshet International has sold its interactive talent format Rising Star and its high-rating children’s singing format Master Class into Asia. The deals mark a first for each format in terms of geographical reach. Rising Star will air on Indonesian private broadcaster RCTI (Indonesian Idol, Masterchef) which reaches a gigantic potential audience of 180 million viewers. An initial 24 x 120’ episodes have been commissioned and will be produced by RCTI to air in late … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Keshet International formats enter Asia
TVA exclusive: Asian Side of the Doc post-event wrap
Of the over 30 documentary ideas that were selected to pitch at this year’s ASD, more than half featured China as subject matter or had Chinese broadcasters/ audiences in mind. This is not surprising, given that attendees from the host nation form the largest delegation of 650 attendees from 43 countries. ASD reported a notable increase in participation, 27% up on last year. The added benefit of the inaugural sales market attracted more than 120 exhibiting companies, including 20 … [Read more...] about TVA exclusive: Asian Side of the Doc post-event wrap
MIPTV: PGS Entertainment secures broadcast deal for “Super 4”
Cannes – Kids programming distributor and brand manager PGS Entertainment has secured broadcast deals with Cartoon Network in Italy and Latin America for the new animated series Super 4. Inspired by Playmobil’s universe, Super 4 (52 x 11’) is produced by Method Animation and Morgen Studios, with France Télévisions as commissioning broadcaster. PGS represents the series in all territories. “Playmobil is a brand that translates to fun in all languages and in … [Read more...] about MIPTV: PGS Entertainment secures broadcast deal for “Super 4”
MIPTV: Studio Lambert launches new series
all3media international has confirmed the arrival of a new format that will be launching at MIPTV, from the illustrious stable of Studio Lambert, working with acclaimed European partners. The new show, which will be marketed under the English language title of Salon Wars has been developed by Studio Lambert, creators of Undercover Boss, with French production house Coyote. TF1 Group has acquired the rights for the format Salon Wars from Coyote – and it is understood that French series will … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Studio Lambert launches new series