Betty has been commissioned by Tom McDonald, acting Head of Commissioning for BBC Science and Natural History, to make a new two-part specialist factual series for BBC Two following the expert handlers entrusted with moving rare, dangerous and difficult-to-handle animals around the world. With access to a range of specialist companies, zoos and aquariums, The Animal Movers (w/t) will explore how every creature, from giraffes to bees, has its own unique set of transportation requirements. It will … [Read more...] about BBC Two commissions new specialist factual series on the Animal Movers
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FMI acquires global distribution rights to WWI documentary series
FremantleMedia International has acquired the global distribution rights (excluding UK) to World War One documentary series Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo (5 x 30’). It is produced by Boundless, part of FremantleMedia UK for BBC Two (UK). Building on the success of the Great Continental Railway Journeys series, Michael Portillo marks the centenary of the First World War by uncovering the central role the railways played in securing victory, repatriating … [Read more...] about FMI acquires global distribution rights to WWI documentary series
Twofour launches distribution arm and will present at MIPCOM
Twofour has launched Twofour Rights, the company’s in house rights distribution arm. Twofour Rights will focus on bringing Twofour’s extensive catalogue of features, factual and entertainment programming to the international marketplace. Charles Wace, Group Chief Executive, said: “It’s the right time for us to take distribution in house as we build the Twofour brand around the world. We have strategically retained the rights to the vast bulk of our shows over the last 18 … [Read more...] about Twofour launches distribution arm and will present at MIPCOM
Mystery descends on New Zealand
Sydney – Upcoming drama, Top of the Lake, to be co-produced by BBC Two, UKTV in Australia and New Zealand, and Sundance Channel in the US, is set to air internationally in early 2013. The six-part miniseries (6x60, 7x50), written by Jane Campion and Gerard Lee, will commence filming in February 2012 in Campion’s native New Zealand. Screen Australia, Screen NSW and Fulcrum Media Finance are providing investment and finance, while BBC Worldwide, which also owns UKTV, will distribute … [Read more...] about Mystery descends on New Zealand
