Los Angeles – Metan Development Group has unveiled the “Metan Meter”, a proprietary ranking system created as a guideline to measure the popularity of Western celebrities in China based on analysis of the country’s top social and digital networks. Each month, the Metan Meter will publish a ranking board that lists the top male and female Western celebrities trending in China. This enables film or television companies in China to make better casting decisions when they … [Read more...] about Metan Meter ranks top Western celebs trending in China
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Anthony Bourdain to host new weekend programme at CNN
Anthony Bourdain will be hosting a new weekend programme on food and travel starting early 2013 on CNN. The show, shot on location, will examine cultures from around the world through their food, dining and travel rituals. The series will be produced by Zero Point Zero Production, which has been working with Bourdain for over a decade, producing Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations, The Layover, A Cooks Tour, and Decoding Ferran Adria. Bourdain will also offer commentary on other CNN programmes and … [Read more...] about Anthony Bourdain to host new weekend programme at CNN
CSI franchise tops ratings in Southeast Asia
Singapore - AXN’s latest seasons of CSI and CSI: NY have made their way to the top of the ratings charts for ad-supported international channels among pay-TV 4+ and PMEB audiences in Southeast Asia. For the past seven weeks, since CSI Season 12’s premiere, the series has experienced increased viewership, especially among the target audience of professionals, managers, executives and businessmen (PMEB). Also, with this group, the series is experiencing the greatest appeal to date. In … [Read more...] about CSI franchise tops ratings in Southeast Asia
Sony Pictures Television appoints new chief creative officer
Los Angeles/London – Sony Pictures Television (SPT) announced the appointment of Wayne Garvie as Chief Creative Officer, International Production. In this role, Garvie will be responsible for driving creative development across SPT’s global network of joint venture companies and its production studios outside of Los Angeles, turning locally developed properties into global formats and fostering co-developments across the group. He will report to Andrea Wong, President, SPT … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Television appoints new chief creative officer
Electus partners with Chef Duff Goldman for HUNGRY YouTube channel
Ben Silverman's multimedia studio Electus, an operating business of IAC, announced the initial programming and talent line-up for HUNGRY, the company's new food-centric YouTube channel, as well as a strategic partnership with renowned celebrity chef and food personality Duff Goldman (Ace of Cakes, Sugar High). Goldman will be executive producer and star in a new series, and serve as a talent and programming consultant for the channel. HUNGRY will launch on July 2 on YouTube. “The future of … [Read more...] about Electus partners with Chef Duff Goldman for HUNGRY YouTube channel
Discovery Channel Korea announces the winners of FTFM Korea initiative
Seoul - Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) announced the five winners of the Discovery Channel Korea First Time Filmmakers (FTFM) Korea initiative, a project designed to help develop the documentary storytelling skills of Korean filmmakers while providing them a platform for their talent. FTFM Korea is a partnership between DNAP and the Korea Tourism Organisation (KTO). The five filmmakers will each be commissioned to produce a 30-minute documentary that tells the story of the ‘Korean … [Read more...] about Discovery Channel Korea announces the winners of FTFM Korea initiative