STUDIOCANAL, European leader in the production and distribution of TV series and Feature Films, is increasing its current stake in STUDIOCANALTV/TANDEM PRODUCTIONS to 100%, acquiring the remaining shares of partners Rola Bauer, Tim Halkin and Jonas Bauer. This was announced by Anna Marsh, CEO, STUDIOCANAL. Golden Globe and two-time Emmy-nominated Rola Bauer, founding Partner and STUDIOCANALTV Managing Director, will maintain some high-profile series through a non-exclusive … [Read more...] about StudioCanal acquires 100% stake in Tandem/StudioCanal TV
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Digital Platform more.tv Licenses New First-Run Television Series From ViacomCBS Global Distribution Group
Digital platform more.tv has entered into a new deal with ViacomCBS. Under the multi-year content licensing agreement, more.tv will be the only Russian provider authorized to offer an array of brand-new television series via SVOD in Russia and the CIS countries. Among the new shows included in the agreement are the highly anticipated Southern Gothic drama PARADISE LOST starring Josh Hartnett (“Penny Dreadful”) and Bridget Regan (“Agent Carter”). The compelling family saga follows a prodigal … [Read more...] about Digital Platform more.tv Licenses New First-Run Television Series From ViacomCBS Global Distribution Group
WarnerMedia names new head of marketing & brand services for Southeast Asia and the Pacific region
WarnerMedia Entertainment Networks & Sales has appointed Athreyan Sundararajan as its Vice President – Marketing & Brand Services for its business in Southeast Asia and the Pacific region (SEAP). His responsibilities in this newly-created position include marketing, social media, creative services, as well as data and insight for the company’s kids and entertainment pillars. Brands under his watch include Cartoon Network, Boomerang, HBO, Cinemax, Warner TV and … [Read more...] about WarnerMedia names new head of marketing & brand services for Southeast Asia and the Pacific region
Global Agency reveals international sales for “Sisters”
Global Agency is announcing new sales for Sisters in Middle East, North Macedonia and Uzbekistan. The new deals mark another milestone in the global expansion of the hit drama, which has already been acquired in Bosnia, Romania, Albania, Angola and Mozambique. The drama will be broadcasted on BeIN in Middle East, on North Macedonia’s Sitel and Uzbekistan’s Milliy TV very soon. In addition to these acquisitions, the script rights of the drama have been sold to Eastwest … [Read more...] about Global Agency reveals international sales for “Sisters”
International Film and Marketing Executives Ali M. Aksu and Aya Kikimova Launch Next Generation Content Production Platform FilmCapital
Created to address a pressing need within the independent film finance space, the co-production platform FilmCapital (filmcapital.io) has officially opened its doors, the announcement was made today by co-founders Ali M. Aksu and Aya Kikimova. Described as a digital launch pad for independent content, filmcapital.io is a co-production platform that scouts highly-vetted indie film and TV projects, and incubates them into final productions. The company acts as an executive producer, providing … [Read more...] about International Film and Marketing Executives Ali M. Aksu and Aya Kikimova Launch Next Generation Content Production Platform FilmCapital
K7 Media strengthens Asia Pacific presence
Singapore-based allrites has enlisted K7 Media to provide expert insights and opinion led research on the latest TV and video trends from across the globe. The TV sales platform distributes the best of Asian and global programming and has hired K7 Media to work alongside its inhouse team to help build exposure, share knowledge and provide additional industry insights. An online marketplace, allrites offers the opportunity to discover, buy and sell film, TV and sports programming rights … [Read more...] about K7 Media strengthens Asia Pacific presence