WTFN, one of Australia’s leading independent production companies, in partnership with Drawbridge Labs, has launched a Shoppable TV global first, as season four of its hit series Space Invaders premiered in primetime on Nine over the weekend (3rd February). Viewers of the popular decluttering and home renovation programme will be able to scan an onscreen QR code and enter and explore a Virtual Store, guided by show host Peter Walsh. Using their mobile devices, viewers can walk around the … [Read more...] about WTFN launches world-first virtual store with new series of Space Invades on Nine
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Prime Video Releases First Look Trailer and Images for Brand-New UK Original Documentary Series, Dead in the Water
Prime Video has revealed the trailer for new three-part true crime documentary series, Dead in the Water, from RAW, the award-winning producers of American Nightmare, The Tinder Swindler and Don’t F**K With Cats. Dead in the Water is a gripping global story of the long hunt for a brutal killer that spans four decades. The year is 1978: a young British couple embark on the trip of a lifetime through remote Central America. Junior doctor Chris Farmer and his girlfriend, law graduate Peta … [Read more...] about Prime Video Releases First Look Trailer and Images for Brand-New UK Original Documentary Series, Dead in the Water
AVIA Appoints New Board Chair and Adds Two New Board Directors
A new chairman of the board of directors of the Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) has been appointed and two new directors have joined the board. Phil Hardman, Senior Vice President and General Manager of BBC Studios Asia, has been appointed as the new chairman following Clément Schwebig stepping down. Schwebig was previously President and Managing Director of Warner Bros. Discovery for India, Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Korea, before moving on to be President, Western Europe … [Read more...] about AVIA Appoints New Board Chair and Adds Two New Board Directors
BBC Studios announces pre-sale of Douglas is Cancelled ahead of Showcase 2024
Ahead of its launch to international buyers at BBC Studios Showcase (26 – 27th February 2024), BBC Studios announced the pre-sale of Hartswood Film’s highly anticipated comedy drama series Douglas is Cancelled to public service channel ARTE in France and Germany. Written by globally renowned Screenwriter and Executive Producer Steven Moffat (Doctor Who, Dracula, Sherlock), the 4 x 45” series stars Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey, Paddington), as respected news presenter, Douglas, and Karen … [Read more...] about BBC Studios announces pre-sale of Douglas is Cancelled ahead of Showcase 2024
Broadcast Solutions builds second IP truck for SuperSport
Broadcast Solutions, one of Europe’s largest media systems integration groups, has built a second all-IP outside broadcast truck for South African broadcaster SuperSport. The new unit, IP2, is a slightly smaller sister unit for the giant IP1, delivered in mid-2023. The new truck is largely identical in specification to the first. That includes comprehensive production facilities including a Sony XVS 9000 4 M/E switcher, a 64 fader Calrec Artemis audio mixer, and onboard EVS replay servers. … [Read more...] about Broadcast Solutions builds second IP truck for SuperSport
Amuz Distribution announces renewal with Casablanca Productions for four series
Amuz Distribution’s Alex Avon, VP of Global Distribution announced that the company renewed its distribution partnership with Casablanca Productions for two years to globally represent six comedy/dramedy series, including two new crime dramedy series -- The Clan and 5e Rang. Renewed series are: The Invincibles: a dramedy about 4 men, about to turn 30, who attempt to revive their younger carefree days by making a pact to all break up with their girlfriends. The series follows the men and the … [Read more...] about Amuz Distribution announces renewal with Casablanca Productions for four series