Over the last year or so, the Walt Disney Company and Turner Broadcasting Systems have been engaged in an intriguing battle in the kids genre in India. Even as the two networks battle it out for audience share and advertising and subscription revenue with multiple channels, the companies have also been diligently expanding their presence in the nascent licensing and merchandizing industry. The expansion comes at a time when India’s retail sector is expected to witness an upsurge in the … [Read more...] about Turner vs Disney as retail soars
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Revitalizing anime
A healthy increase in exhibitor and visitor figures at the recently concluded sixth annual Tokyo International Anime Fair (TIAF) points to continuing buoyancy for the anime business internationally. “The demand for anime is increasing strongly as interest amongst industry professionals worldwide has surged,” says Kanji Kazahaya, Director of Toei Animation’s International Department. Kazahaya says Toei Animation and the industry as a whole are benefiting from growing … [Read more...] about Revitalizing anime
Ericsson completes voluntary cash offer for Tandberg Television
Ericsson has received favorable rulings from the relevant competition authorities to acquire all outstanding shares in Tandberg Television. Furthermore, no material adverse change has occurred. Consequently, all conditions in the terms and conditions set out in the offer document, dated February 26, 2007, have been met and Ericsson will complete the offer in accordance with the offer document. Settlement for the shares submitted in the voluntary public cash offer is expected to take place on or … [Read more...] about Ericsson completes voluntary cash offer for Tandberg Television
Malaysia’s Les’ Copaque signs US$7 million deal with China’s Zhongnan Group to co-produce 3D animation feature
Hangzhou– Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC), has helped Les’ Copaque Production Sdn Bhd, an MSC Malaysia Status Company in development, production and management of animation-related Intellectual Property, clinch a US$7 million deal with China's Zhongnan Group Animation Video Co. Ltd. to co-produce a 90-min 3D animation feature titled 36 Strategem - Essential Art of War. Initiated at MIPTV, the Memorandum of Agreement has been signed concurrently with the 3rd China … [Read more...] about Malaysia’s Les’ Copaque signs US$7 million deal with China’s Zhongnan Group to co-produce 3D animation feature
SARFT bans filming in natural reserves and historic sites
Beijing- China's top authority for radio, film and television has issued an edict banning film and television crews shooting in China's natural reserves, scenic areas and historic sites. Chinese media reports say this is a response to increasingly disordered film and TV productions that have caused substantial environmental damage. The State Administration of Radio, Film and Television (SARFT) said filming will be totally prohibited in core areas of all natural reserves, scenic spots and … [Read more...] about SARFT bans filming in natural reserves and historic sites
KidsCo snaps up TV-Loonland’s shows
Cannes- KidsCo, the new 24/7 multi-platform channel for children and families, will carry programming from independent producer and distributor TV-Loonland. The joint venture of Sparrowhawk Media, DIC Entertainment (DIC) and Corus Entertainment Inc.'s Nelvana Enterprises acquired titles including Clifford, The Famous Jett Jackson, GI Joe and The Black Stallion. Scheduled to roll out later this year, KidsCo will initially be available in Central and Eastern Europe followed by premieres through … [Read more...] about KidsCo snaps up TV-Loonland’s shows
