The 14 October 2009 auction-date of ProtoStar 1 became the deadline for bidders to express preliminary interest. At press time, bids were due 23 October, with the auction rescheduled for 29 October. Industry sources say interest has been such that the ProtoStar 1 satellite could sell for at least double its original estimated price, and the auction of ProtoStar 2 could also be delayed. Auction was organized after Bermuda-based ProtoStar filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in July 2009. July … [Read more...] about Newly-expressed interest delays ProtoStar auction
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How was your market?
Amidst the air-kissing affectation of events along Cannes’ La Croisette, a couple of things stand out in my MIPCOM memories for 2009. Attending AETN International’s party to celebrate its distribution, as well as international format and short form rights, of the film ‘The People Speak’, were co-directors Chris Moore and Dr Anthony Arnove. Dr Howard Zinn’s ‘A People’s History of the United States’ was the original inspiration for ‘The People … [Read more...] about How was your market?
Fox International Channels strengthens channel portfolio and Asia operations
Asia - Fox International Channels (FIC) officially announced the new arrangements of its channel portfolio and organizational structure to drive business growth in Asia. As one of the three distinct business units of News Corporation's broadcast business in Asia, FIC has expanded its channel portfolio anchored upon the Fox, Star and National Geographic brands. The channel line-up now consists of 37 channels including FX, FoxCrime,Fox, FoxLife, Fox Movies, Fox History & Entertainment, Fox Sports, … [Read more...] about Fox International Channels strengthens channel portfolio and Asia operations
ITV Studios Global Entertainment takes Pocoyo across Asia
Dallas Toy Fair - ITV Studios Global Entertainment and Zinkia announced new television deals for the animated children's series, Pocoyo. Amongst the newly announced TV agreements are with Playhouse Disney, which has re-licensed season 1 and 2 for broadcast across Asia. Pocoyo is the BAFTA award-winning animated adventure series for pre-school children. The show encourages children to interact with the series, promoting creativity, self-awareness and self-confidence by learning through laughter … [Read more...] about ITV Studios Global Entertainment takes Pocoyo across Asia
Discovery Channel announces winners of First Time Filmmakers Vietnam
Singapore - Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific announced the five winners of its First Time Filmmakers (FTFM) Vietnam initiative, at a press conference held in Hanoi. The five talented filmmakers will each be commissioned to produce a 30-minute documentary showcasing Vietnam's urban transition and its remarkable transformation from a rural-based society to an emerging force in the Asian regional economy. The completed documentaries are scheduled to premiere across Asia-Pacific on Discovery Channel … [Read more...] about Discovery Channel announces winners of First Time Filmmakers Vietnam
Mattel & ITV Studios agree landmark games and TV formats deal
Cannes - ITV Studios and Mattel, Inc. announced a landmark deal for ITV Studios to develop several of Mattel's market-leading family entertainment board-game brands into international TV formats and multi-platform properties. In addition, ITV Studios Global Entertainment will distribute the content worldwide. The new agreement will include some of Mattel's most globally popular games brands such as Scrabble - the classic word board game; Pictionary - the game of quick draw and UNO - one of the … [Read more...] about Mattel & ITV Studios agree landmark games and TV formats deal