Paris – Reed MIDEM today announced that ABC Studios’ TV series, Missing, will debut at MIPCOM 2011’s World Premiere Television Screenings on 3 October in Cannes, France, and international buyers and media will have first look of episode one of this thriller series. The screening, held at the Palais des Festivals’ Grand Auditorium, will be followed by a Q&A session with the stars and production team of the show. Cast members Ashley Judd (Heat, Double Jeopardy, Bug), … [Read more...] about New ABC TV series debuts at MIPCOM
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A Hallyu of change
The Korean television industry has begun an exciting chapter since our last country focus a year ago. Hallyu (Korean Wave) was said by observers to have reached its peak in the mid 2000s, but a resurgence at the beginning of last year has meant the wave is now back on track. This momentum has given 2011 a much different start than its predecessor. Last year was largely about recovery: finding new markets like the Middle East, Africa and South America to export Korean content to, as well as … [Read more...] about A Hallyu of change
Anne Sweeney receives MIPCOM award
Paris – Reed MIDEM has named Anne Sweeney, Disney/ABC Television Group (DATG) President and Disney Media Networks Co-chair, MIPCOM 2011 Personality of the Year, making her the first woman ever to receive the accolade. Responsible for The Walt Disney Company’s entertainment and news television properties globally, Sweeny spearheaded the industry’s move into the digital era, delivering first-ever deals of their kind in their respective markets, and helped establish DATG as a … [Read more...] about Anne Sweeney receives MIPCOM award
NAB Show to feature ‘India Entertainment’ super session
India's leading media and entertainment executives will discuss their country's rapid growth in the entertainment industry on April 16, during the NAB Show in Las Vegas. The super session, titled "Tune-in to India's Entertainment Economy - From Emerging to Surging," will be led by Farokh Balsara, the National President of the Indo-America Chamber of Commerce (IACC) and industry veteran. The session will focus on the state of India's entertainment economy, including a discussion of the issues, … [Read more...] about NAB Show to feature ‘India Entertainment’ super session
Malaysia and Italy formalize media ties
Hong Kong - Co-operation between Malaysia and Lazio, Italy's audiovisual (AV) industries was formalized March 18, 2008 with a Memorandum of Understanding signed by the former's Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC) and the latter's Finanziaria laziale di sviluppo (FILAS) at Hong Kong FILMART. The agreement promotes bilateral development of the creative industries in both territories and new business opportunities in Asia. It covers co-productions, networking meetings, joint participation in … [Read more...] about Malaysia and Italy formalize media ties
Lee’s Secret Sunshine lights up Asian Film Awards
Hong Kong - Korean film Lee Chang Dong's Secret Sunshine swept top honors at the Asian Film Awards including Best Director and Actress, ousting blockbusters Lee Ang's Lust, Caution and Peter Chan's The Warlords, to take home Best Film at the kudos event's second edition. Director Lee Chang Dong expressed his 'shock' at having won against such respected filmmakers in the region as he gave his thank you speech for a second time having received the top helmer award just before the Best Film prize. … [Read more...] about Lee’s Secret Sunshine lights up Asian Film Awards
