BBC News is increasing access to its independent journalism on the invasion of Ukraine. Starting March 9th it will make a daily half-hour news bulletin (broadcast at 2000 GMT) available free of charge to other broadcasters who are members of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). Audiences will get the chance to watch Outside Source, normally presented by Ros Atkins, from Monday to Thursday, and a BBC News bulletin from Friday to Sunday. Given the current news agenda, BBC expects the news … [Read more...] about BBC increases access to news on Ukraine and Russia
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Jamie Dornan’s ‘The Tourist’ discovers its final destinations
Leading independent distributor All3Media International has announced a raft of sales for the compelling Australian set thriller The Tourist, following its ratings winning, critically acclaimed launch in the UK, Australia and US. Praised internationally, the series has received glowing reviews - described by The New York Times as ‘gripping and full of surprises,' The Guardian as ‘explosively entertaining’ and the Sydney Morning Herald as ‘a beautiful, thrilling mystery’. The first episode … [Read more...] about Jamie Dornan’s ‘The Tourist’ discovers its final destinations
Martin Sadofski joins Spirit Studios as Head of Scripted
Spirit Studios, the Channel 4-backed independent content production company has appointed renowned, award-winning screenwriter and producer Martin Sadofski as its first Head of Scripted. Martin, who comes from a Jewish, Eastern European background, will develop projects in scripted drama and comedy aligned to the company’s vision of telling stories that break out of traditional silos whilst changing the world for the better. A former writer with the Royal Court and National Theatre, Martin … [Read more...] about Martin Sadofski joins Spirit Studios as Head of Scripted
BBC Studios expands reach of premium British drama through new partnership with MX Player
BBC Studios announced a new content deal with MX Player, marking the inaugural partnership between India’s entertainment super app and BBC Studios. This new deal is set to strengthen MX Player’s content portfolio with award-winning bold, British drama and will be catering to the demands of audiences in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives and Pakistan. The announcement reflects BBC Studios’ commitment to building new partnerships in India and was made as part of BBC Studios’ … [Read more...] about BBC Studios expands reach of premium British drama through new partnership with MX Player
Singapore court orders largest block of illegal streaming sites in Singapore
The Asia Video Industry Association’s Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) commends the Singapore High Court for granting an Order to block 30 illegal streaming sites and almost 150 associated domains responsible for the distribution of considerable quantities of illegally streamed content in Singapore. The Order was obtained by CAP members, BBC Studios, Discovery Communications, LaLiga, the Premier League and TVB International against illegal streaming sites that were offering access to some of … [Read more...] about Singapore court orders largest block of illegal streaming sites in Singapore
BBC Studios and BEC World Public Company Limited announces Thai remake of ‘Doctor Foster’
BBC Studios and BEC World Public Company Limited, Thailand’s leading media and entertainment platform, announced on the first day of BBC Studios Showcase, that they have inked a new scripted format agreement that will see riveting psychological drama Doctor Foster remade by JSL Global Media Limited for the Thai audience on Channel 3. Originally written by Mike Bartlett and produced by Drama Republic for BBC One, the BAFTA award-winning series centres around a trusted doctor whose seemingly … [Read more...] about BBC Studios and BEC World Public Company Limited announces Thai remake of ‘Doctor Foster’