Cannes – Austrian distributor ORF-Enterprise and Discovery Channel have wrapped their first-ever cooperation for CEE/ MENA territories at MIPCOM. The documentary Sarajevo – The Assasination tells the story on the eve of World War I with breathtaking footage never seen before. Nesta Owens, Director of Programmes at Discovery Networks, Central & Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa: “The murder of Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: Discovery in deal with ORF-Enterprise for documentary
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MIPCOM: “Wentworth” secures worldwide sales
Cannes – Australian prison drama Wentworth has captured the attention of international audiences at MIPCOM. Sales for S1 were completed by the teams at FremantleMedia International to Africa (MNET), Eire (TV3), Sweden (TV4) and Scandinavia (CMORE), as well as New Zealand (TVNZ), UK (FIVE). It is also available in 15 markets through a pan-Eastern Europe deal with SPI. Additional deals for Season 2 have already been concluded for the UK, Eire, Scandinavia, Sweden and New … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: “Wentworth” secures worldwide sales
MIPCOM: NTV wins MIPCOM BUYERS’ AWARD for Japanese Drama
Nippon Television Corp.’s drama, Woman -My Life for My Children- has won this year’s MIPCOM BUYERS’ AWARD for Japanese Drama. The award ceremony took place at MIPCOM. The winner is chosen from seven dramas nominated by participating broadcasters. The selecting committee consists of 14 international buyers who are recommended by MIPCOM. The award is being held for the fifth occasion this year. It was established in 2009 as one of the collaborative … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: NTV wins MIPCOM BUYERS’ AWARD for Japanese Drama
MIPCOM: FremantleMedia International signs digital deal with Youku
Cannes – FremantleMedia International has announced a landmark multi-year digital deal with the China-headquartered portal, Youku. The agreement will see a variety of FremantleMedia’s entertainment and drama content available to online audiences, averaging 14 million unique users a day. Second only to YouTube in terms of worldwide viewership, Youku also has an incredible 200 million mobile users. FremantleMedia is one of the first independent … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: FremantleMedia International signs digital deal with Youku
MIPCOM: Malaysia announces 13 deals worth over US$50 million
Cannes - The newly appointed Minister of Communications and Multimedia, The Honorable Dato' Seri Ahmed Shabery Cheek is leading a record-breaking number of more than 60 Malaysian companies at MIPCOM 2013. His presence at MIPCOM emphasises the renewed commitment that the Malaysian government has in supporting the growth and development of the creative content industry. The Malaysian Networking Reception at MIPCOM 2013, where the deals were announced, showcased a large number of industry … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: Malaysia announces 13 deals worth over US$50 million
MIPCOM: Viki launches ‘Brand Channels’ for broadcasters and content providers
Cannes, France – Viki, the global TV site powered by fans, announced the launch of Viki Brand Channels for top broadcasters and content providers. The product placement that this will allow will help partners build brand awareness among new global audiences. SBS Brand Channels page Launch partners include: SBS Content Hub, TV Asahi, Tezuka Productions - founded by manga writer Osamu Tezuka, Taiwanese cable TV operator and content producer Sanlih E-Television, … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: Viki launches ‘Brand Channels’ for broadcasters and content providers