Paris – MIPCOM 2017 is set to showcase a record number of exclusive International Screenings, including compelling original crime series, a Russian period drama, a blue-chip wildlife series, and some caustic comedy shows. The world’s entertainment content market, MIPCOM takes place in Cannes, France, from 16-19 October. The 2017 MIPCOM International Screenings are The Lawyer, a drama set between Copenhagen and Malmö about a young defence attorney whose world unravels when he learns the truth … [Read more...] about International Screenings at MIPCOM 2017
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ABC commercial launches Pulse at MIPCOM 2017
Australia - ABC Commercial announced it will launch the new Australian medical drama Pulse (8 x 60’) at this year’s MIPCOM market taking place in Cannes, France from 16th – 19th October. Premiering on ABC TV in July this year, the series reached a cumulative audience of 1.6 million people in its first week (making it Australia’s #1 new drama), with critics praising the show for its realism, diversity and socially charged storytelling. Stars Claire van der Boom and Pallavi Sharda will be … [Read more...] about ABC commercial launches Pulse at MIPCOM 2017
World Premiere of Hassel and Five2Twelve
Munich - With a lineup of four new shows, among them the world premieres of the Swedish thriller series Hassel and the German coming-of-age drama Five2Twelve, Beta Film enters the renowned French TV Festival Série Series in Fontainebleau. Presented by lead Ola Rapace (“Skyfall – 007”, “Wallander”) and director Amir Chamdin (“God Willing”), Hassel centers around a street-smart detective, leading an organized crime task force in Stockholm. When Roland Hassel’s close mentor is brutally murdered, … [Read more...] about World Premiere of Hassel and Five2Twelve
Scripps bring new slate of original lifestyle
Cannes, France – Scripps Networks Interactive introduced a new slate of original productions for MIPTV 2017. The portfolio features signature lifestyle programming from across the home, food and travel categories. “Viewership of lifestyle programming is rising and the compelling nature of our content is reflected in our U.S. ratings success with all six networks up in 2016,” said Hud Woodle, Vice President, Programme Licensing. “In addition to our broad programme sales library, we are … [Read more...] about Scripps bring new slate of original lifestyle
Brazilian content joins MIPTV
Brazil - This year, there will be four independent production companies from Brazil attending the event, three of which are nominees at 2017’s International Emmy Kids Awards, one of the main International Award Ceremonies focused on content made for children. MIPTV, which is held in Cannes France April 3- 6, is one of the biggest content markets for television and digital media worldwide - in number of attendees. “SOS Fada Manu” from Boutique Filmes and Lightstar Studios is one of the … [Read more...] about Brazilian content joins MIPTV
Ay Yapim’s first Turkish Drama Original
Stockholm and Istanbul - Ay Yapim have released a first look at their groundbreaking new series Phi. Created for the digital platform Puhu TV, it is the first Turkish Drama Original to be distributed worldwide by Eccho Rights. The series is based on the first in a trilogy of novels; Phi, Chi, Pi, by Azra Kohen, a million-seller in Turkey. The first novel, Phi, is the basis for the first run of 20 episodes, and is to be followed by two more seasons based on the novels Chi and Pi. … [Read more...] about Ay Yapim’s first Turkish Drama Original