Award-winning Scottish comedian Larry Dean’s new special Fudnut will launch 13th December on YouTube ahead of his appearance at this month’s Royal Variety Performance. Rolling out on the Larry Dean YouTube Channel, operated by Banijay Rights – the global distribution arm of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, the hour-long special revolves around Larry's loving tribute to his best friend, director Paul Byrne. The special was produced by Chambers Productions & Low Lean … [Read more...] about Larry Dean Launches New Special on YouTube Channel
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AVTpro Launches Cantonese and Traditional Chinese Certification with HKU
OOONA, a leading provider of professional management and production tools for the media localization industry, announces the expansion of the AVTpro certification program to include exams in two additional languages, Cantonese and Traditional Chinese, with the support of the School of Chinese at The University of Hong Kong (HKU). Launched in 2023, AVTpro is the first ever professional qualification dedicated to media localization. It offers certifications in Subtitle Translation and Subtitle … [Read more...] about AVTpro Launches Cantonese and Traditional Chinese Certification with HKU
The first ever high-end Gaelic drama will air on BBC Four in a deal through All3Media International
As first look images are released by BBC in advance of the An t-Eilean (The Island) premier in 2025, leading independent distributor All3Media International also announces a pre-sale deal which will see the high-end Gaelic drama air on BBC Four via an acquisition. From BAFTA-winning Black Camel Pictures, producers of hit detective drama Annika starring Nicola Walker, An t-Eilean (The Island) was commissioned by Gaelic-language channel BBC ALBA. The four-part crime drama is the UK’s first-ever … [Read more...] about The first ever high-end Gaelic drama will air on BBC Four in a deal through All3Media International
Anima Kitchent and Able & Baker Team Up For ‘Monkeys & Dinos’ Animation Studio
Independent Spanish animation powerhouses Ánima Kitchent and Able & Baker have teamed up for Monkeys & Dinos, a cutting-edge animation service studio based in the Canary Islands. Building on a history of successful collaborations Ánima Kitchent and Able & Baker are combining their decades of industry experience to establish a premier animation studio focused on delivering world-class animation. The decision to join forces in forming Monkeys & Dinos reflects their shared vision … [Read more...] about Anima Kitchent and Able & Baker Team Up For ‘Monkeys & Dinos’ Animation Studio
Passion’s UpStream Media celebrartes 20 years of Paradise Hotel with new dedicated YouTube Channel
Passion Distribution’s UpStream Media, a subsidiary focused on digital rights management and growth opportunities, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the hit reality format Paradise Hotel with the launch of a brand-new dedicated YouTube channel. Paradise Hotel has been a staple of the reality competition genre since its debut, featuring a group of young singles living together in a luxurious hotel resort, competing to find love and stay in the hotel the longest. The show has remained … [Read more...] about Passion’s UpStream Media celebrartes 20 years of Paradise Hotel with new dedicated YouTube Channel
Cleopatra director Tina Gharavi options The Fox, set to become showrunner on new British/Icelandic series
Tina Gharavi, founder of Bridge + Tunnel Productions and best-known as the BAFTA and Sundance-nominated director of I Am Nasrine as well as for directing Jada Pinkett Smith’s four-part Netflix series African Queens: Cleopatra and the upcoming romantic comedy Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day - currently in production with a stellar cast that includes Jack Whitehall, Jennifer Saunders, Timothy Spall, Haley Bennett and Lily Allen - is set to add showrunner to her extensive list of credits as a … [Read more...] about Cleopatra director Tina Gharavi options The Fox, set to become showrunner on new British/Icelandic series
