Passion Distribution announced that in the first quarter of 2013, it has licensed programming to over 30 territories in Asia, further expanding its growing presence in the region. LiTV has licenced a number of Scripps Networks International titles from Passion for its Asian footprint, including Celebrity Motor Homes (4 x 30’) and Million Dollar Contractors Season 1 & 2 (26 x 30’). FOX has also finalised a Pan-Asia deal, acquiring Ace of Cakes Season 9 (12 x 30’ & … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Passion Distribution continues strong sales into Asia
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MIPTV: Passion Distribution’s “Prospectors” licensed to NGCI
Passion Distribution has announced that its newly acquired title Prospectors (9x30’), which launched at MIPTV, has been licensed to National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) as part of a large pan-regional deal covering 171 countries. The agreement covers Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. It premiered on The Weather Channel on March 26 and was produced by High Noon Entertainment. The series follows a group of miners who are searching for rare gems … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Passion Distribution’s “Prospectors” licensed to NGCI
BBC commissions Oscar Pistorius documentary from Mentorn Media
Mentorn Media has been commissioned by BBC Three to make a fast-turnaround special on the murder of Reeva Steenkamp, allegedly shot to death by her boyfriend, Oscar Pistorius. Pistorius, who won two Gold medals and a Silver at the Paralympic Games in London in 2012, is accused of murder but has plead not guilty. The hour-long documentary is commissioned by Fiona Campbell of the BBC and the Executive Producer for Mentorn is Steve Anderson. The Producer/Director is Nick London and Associate … [Read more...] about BBC commissions Oscar Pistorius documentary from Mentorn Media
Tinopolis acquires Firecracker Films
Tinopolis, has acquired Firecracker Films, a producer of factual and factual entertainment programming in the UK and U.S. The transaction follows quickly on the acquisition of Passion Distribution and further supports Tinopolis' strategy of widening its creative and geographical reach. Firecracker was founded in 2002 by Mark Soldinger to focus on documentary programming with international sales potential. Firecracker works with broadcasters in the U.S. and the UK and has created shows including … [Read more...] about Tinopolis acquires Firecracker Films