The BBC World Service has announced the launch of Purple Heart Warriors, a six-part drama inspired by real events by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Iris Yamashita. The series transports audiences to the fields of World War Two alongside the brave young Japanese American soldiers of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team as they battle to liberate France from Nazi occupation. Narrated by Emmy-nominated and BAFTA-winning actor Will Sharpe (The White Lotus), Purple Heart Warriors follows the story of Ken … [Read more...] about BBC World Service announces new six-part audio drama Purple Heart Warriors
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Animotion Media Group Signs Exclusive Deal with ADA
Animotion Media Group, a UAE-based production and distribution company, has announced its new partnership with Alternative Distribution Alliance (ADA), the independent distribution and label services arm of Warner Music Group. Under this agreement, ADA will act as the exclusive distributor of all sound recordings owned and licenced by Animotion Media Group. The distribution deal includes an extensive catalogue of songs from Animotion's popular children's brands, such as The Fixies, Tina and … [Read more...] about Animotion Media Group Signs Exclusive Deal with ADA
Banijay Rights Appoints Sarah Mottershead as VP for Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus
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
TelevisaUnivision partners with Anima Kitchent to broadcast Cleo & Cuquin
Independent European animation company Ánima Kitchent has teamed up with Mexico’s leading media company TelevisaUnivision to bring the highly successful preschool series Cleo & Cuquín to Mexican audiences. The collaboration will introduce young viewers to Seasons 1 and 2 of the show along with a collection of musical clips and the popular “Discover & Explore” episodes. Renowned for its family-friendly, adventure comedy content Cleo & Cuquín (78 x 7’) will air on … [Read more...] about TelevisaUnivision partners with Anima Kitchent to broadcast Cleo & Cuquin
GRB Media Ranch licenses multiple seasons of flagship series Untold Stories of the E.R. to +SBT Brazil
Sophie Ferron, President of GRB Media Ranch has announced the company has licensed 7 seasons of its flagship series Untold Stories of the E.R. to +SBT (SBT’s streaming platform) in Brazil. The program was also recently licensed as a Format to Khelgejo for production in Africa as GRB Media continues to expand the territorial and Format reach of this long-running popular program. GRB Media Ranch Acquisition & Sales Executive Liz Levenson will be attending MIPCancun to meet with the Latin … [Read more...] about GRB Media Ranch licenses multiple seasons of flagship series Untold Stories of the E.R. to +SBT Brazil
SBS Medianet Introduces Ikegami UHK-X700 4K Cameras
Korean cable television network SBS Medianet has expanded its production base with the purchase of Ikegami UHK-X700 cameras for live coverage of a major golf tournament. SBS Medianet has invested in a total of 32 UHK-X700 camera chains during 2024. The cameras were chosen for their high video quality and versatility including the ability to perform efficiently and effectively in outdoor live broadcasting conditions. Ikegami’s Korean distributor, Dong Hwa AV, negotiated the sales. Dong Hwa AV has … [Read more...] about SBS Medianet Introduces Ikegami UHK-X700 4K Cameras