Los Angeles - Rive Gauche has set this year's MIPCOM for the premiere of three new reality shows that will headline the company's dynamic roster of reality programming at the market. Rive Gauche's new program line-up includes Saw For Hire, a series that follows the lives of men who chop trees for a living in the suburban jungle; Stupid Criminals, a jaw-dropping clip show that follows the outrageous antics of the world's most clueless crooks; and The Cut, a series about Northern California … [Read more...] about Rive Gauche premieres new reality shows at MIPCOM
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NGTI’s MIPCOM slate
National Geographic Television International (NGTI) is launching a diverse slate of factual programmes at MIPCOM this year. In wildlife, Mysteries of the Moose (1 x 52) takes a look at these shy and wily creatures, while Chameleon Beach (1 x 52) follows chameleons living by a lagoon in Greece. Cassowaries (1 x 52), a BK Films production for ABC, BBC and ZDFE, provides a glimpse into the life of one of the world's most bizarre and majestic birds. Superpride (1 x 52) tracks a massive pride of … [Read more...] about NGTI’s MIPCOM slate
Beyond releases a hint of MIPCOM line-up
Beyond is heading to MIPCOM with a diverse slate, ranging from outback drama, outrageous comedy and intriguing science. Produced by Beyond Entertainment for the Nine Network, Lab Rats Challenge (65 x 30min) is a science-based game show for kids. The Cho Show (7 x 30min) is produced by Crossroads for VH1 and follows renowned stand-up comedian Margaret Cho and her eccentric entourage as they scour the depths of the entertainment industry, pop culture and societal taboo. Produced by Atlas Media … [Read more...] about Beyond releases a hint of MIPCOM line-up
Televisa’s telenovelas at MIPCOM
Televisa Internacional, the international distribution arm of Grupo Televisa and a worldwide leader in the sale of programming and formats in Spanish, will present a wide variety of releases at MIPCOM this year. New releases to be presented at MIPCOM include A Blow to the Heart - the story of Valentina Lopez, an excellent professional boxer, whom everyone calls ‘The Monkey' for her love of climbing trees when she was a child; Oath of Love - a story about two families, the Madrigals and the … [Read more...] about Televisa’s telenovelas at MIPCOM
Merlin on TEN in 2009
Australia's Network Ten has secured the broadcast rights to MERLIN - one of the most anticipated series to come out of the United Kingdom in recent years - from FremantleMedia Enterprises. This action-packed, 13 x one-hour fantasy drama, reportedly one of the most significant investments by a UK broadcaster in years, revisits the story of Prince Arthur (Bradley James) and his wizard, Merlin (Colin Morgan), in the mythical city of Camelot. The story centres on these two characters as ambitious … [Read more...] about Merlin on TEN in 2009
Spain forefronts audiovisual industry at MIPCOM 2008
Paris - Spain's innovative audiovisual industry will take centre stage at MIPCOM 2008, held in Cannes from 13 - 17 October, 2008. 'Focus on Spain,' at MIPCOM will see three conferences sharing the spotlight on the Spanish industry: 'Market Overview;' 'Spanish Fiction: New Business Models and Business Opportunities;' and 'Fresh Fiction from Spain.' "We've chosen to focus on Spain at this year's MIPCOM to celebrate the creativity and competitiveness of their audiovisual industry, which has taken … [Read more...] about Spain forefronts audiovisual industry at MIPCOM 2008
