Banijay Rights, the global distribution arm of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, has announcesd the appointment of Sarah Mottershead as VP, Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus. Based in London, Mottershead will be responsible for executing Banijay Rights’ sales strategy across the Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus. Mottershead was formerly VP, TV Series Sales at STUDIOCANAL TV, managing sales across Central & Eastern Europe, CIS, Africa and Asia. … [Read more...] about Banijay Rights Appoints Sarah Mottershead as VP for Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus
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Tosin Igho’s Suspicion to be released as Prime Video Original on November 28
Nigerian director Tosin Igho’s upcoming feature Suspicion will be released worldwide as a Prime Video Original on the 28th November. The film is produced by Igho’s production studio Divergent Films. The film introduces the audience to Voke, portrayed by award-winning actor Stan Nze (RattleSnake: The Ahanna Story, Colourless, The Blind Date) – a man wielding ancient Juju powers who finds himself entangled in a web of vengeance after his goddaughter's murder. But unlike the clear-cut morality of … [Read more...] about Tosin Igho’s Suspicion to be released as Prime Video Original on November 28
Paramount acquire rights for Freediver from Skydance Sports and Picturestart
Paramount Global Content Distribution has announced that it has acquired the rights for the documentary feature Freediver which follows freediving champion Alexey Molchanov during his historic and dramatic 2023 competitive run. The film is directed, written and produced by Michael John Warren (Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza, Spring Awakening: Those You’ve Known) and is a production from Skydance Sports, Picturestart, GQ Studios and Boardwalk Pictures. Through a licensing deal with Paramount … [Read more...] about Paramount acquire rights for Freediver from Skydance Sports and Picturestart
Dandelooo reaches high with Tuiga
Emmy Award-winning French animation production and distribution company Dandelooo has picked up the international distribution rights to the enchanting 2D animation series Tuiga. Targeted at 4 to 7 years olds, Tuiga is all set to help by offering its unique delivery services by land, sea and air, delivering packages from here to anywhere! Produced by Copa Studio, Brazil and written and directed by Rodrigo Soldado, the first season featuring 13 x 7-minute episodes each is now available, with … [Read more...] about Dandelooo reaches high with Tuiga
ABC Commercial presents an exciting slate for ATF 2024
Following a successful year, ABC Commercial is returning to the Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) in December to showcase an exciting new slate of content, featuring beloved favourites and compelling new additions. ABC Commercial is thrilled to announce the arrival of Ladies in Black, a vibrant drama series that explores the lives and friendships of women navigating personal and professional challenges in 1960’s Sydney. Joining this dynamic slate are fresh titles for kids and families, … [Read more...] about ABC Commercial presents an exciting slate for ATF 2024
CBS orders full seasons of Poppa’s House and NCIS: Origins
CBS has announced full season orders for the new comedy POPPA’S HOUSE and the drama NCIS: ORIGINS, the newest addition of the global franchise. “NCIS: ORIGINS has added a brilliant new dimension to the NCIS franchise with an origin story of Leroy Jethro Gibbs and a cinematic ’90s experience that features distinct characters, stories and crime solving. POPPA’S HOUSE excels with the dynamic father/son chemistry between Damon and Damon Jr. and their family-inspired stories that bring this comedy … [Read more...] about CBS orders full seasons of Poppa’s House and NCIS: Origins