Sydney - Olympic swimmer Ian Thorpe will make a special appearance at MIPCOM on Monday for the launch of ABC Commercial’s documentary Ian Thorpe: The Swimmer (1 x 56’ HD). Directed by Gregor Jordan, Ian Thorpe: The Swimmer is an honest and intimate portrayal of the legendary swimmer as he fails in his Olympic comeback mission but rediscovers a love of swimming. Friends and filmmakers interviewed and filmed ‘Thorpey’ as he trained, secretly at first, then competed in … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: Ian Thorpe to promote ABC doco
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Olympic broadcast controversy in Hong Kong continues
It remains to be seen if Hong Kong’s free-to-air channels will be screening the London2012 Olympic Games, following a report that was sent to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Headquarters in Switzerland. According to The Standard, the decision will be made in a few days. Prior to this, local representatives of the IOC met with i-Cable executives to push for a deal for coverage on other channels, which would be in line with an understanding about including free-to-air channels when … [Read more...] about Olympic broadcast controversy in Hong Kong continues
Broadcasting the Olympics
THE BBC EXPERIENCE The Olympic Games has been one of the greatest sporting events across the globe, involving numerous countries and a vast number of participants. The long-awaited and highly anticipated event is expected to receive robust viewership, covering 302 events in 26 sports, and featuring over 10,000 athletes from more than 200 countries. This year, as the host nation broadcaster, BBC has TV, radio, online, mobile and iPlayer rights in the United Kingdom. In order to deliver full … [Read more...] about Broadcasting the Olympics
The Olympics goes 3D
The Olympic Games is receiving 3D coverage for the first time this year. The BBC is broadcasting three events from the London 2012 Olympic Games LIVE in 3D. The opening and closing ceremonies of the London 2012 Olympic Games, the Men’s 100m Final, as well as a daily highlights package, will be included as part of the company’s on-going 3D trials. The 3D coverage will be broadcast via the BBC HD channel with full HD coverage to continue on BBC One. The telecast will be available free … [Read more...] about The Olympics goes 3D
