Israel's Channel 2 Reshet has picked up the format to The Amazing Race (TAR) which is distributed internationally by Disney ABC International Television (DAIT). To be produced in the Hebrew language by Asia-based active TV, the show's Hebrew title translates literally as 'Race to a Million' and is currently in pre-production. The show is expected to air early 2009, and will also be distributed by DAIT. The Amazing Race Asia (TARA) was the first ever international version of the format which has … [Read more...] about Israel’s channel 2 picks up The Amazing Race format
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Parent chairs MGM’s World Wide Motion Picture Group
Los Angeles – Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM) has named Mary Parent as chairperson, Worldwide Motion Picture Group. She reports to Harry E. Sloan, MGM's chairman and chief executive officer, as well as MGM’s Board. In the newly created position, Parent will oversee worldwide theatrical production, distribution, marketing and business affairs for MGM. She will be responsible for studio development, production and marketing, leveraging MGM's library and entertainment franchises … [Read more...] about Parent chairs MGM’s World Wide Motion Picture Group
SPTI and Sony Ericsson spin-off motion-sensing CJ7 mobile game
Hong Kong – Sony Pictures Television International (SPTI) and Sony Ericsson have launched the world’s first movie-inspired motion-sensing mobile game in conjunction with actor-director Stephen Chow’s latest effects-heavy drama-comedy CJ7. Featuring the alien pet from CJ7 as well as cartoon versions of the characters played by Stephen Chow and Xu Jiao, the mobile game translates motion into action on mobile screens without using the keypad on the handset. Players take on the … [Read more...] about SPTI and Sony Ericsson spin-off motion-sensing CJ7 mobile game
activeTV to ask Asia Who Do You Think You Are?
Singapore – activeTV, producer of reality series The Amazing Race Asia, has optioned format rights to the BBC celebrity ancestry series Who Do You Think You Are? (WDYTYA) from UK indie Wall To Wall, for an Asian version of the show. Each one hour episode of WDYTYA follows a celebrity’s journey back through their family tree which usually springs twists and turns, as well as reveals secrets and historical insights. Apart from being commissioned for a fifth series in the UK, the … [Read more...] about activeTV to ask Asia Who Do You Think You Are?
SPTI and Sony Ericsson spin-off motion-sensing CJ7 mobile game
Hong Kong – Sony Pictures Television International (SPTI) and Sony Ericsson have launched the world’s first movie-inspired motion-sensing mobile game in conjunction with actor-director Stephen Chow’s latest effects-heavy drama-comedy CJ7. Featuring the alien pet from CJ7 as well as cartoon versions of the characters played by Stephen Chow and Xu Jiao, the mobile game translates motion into action on mobile screens without using the keypad on the handset. Players take on the … [Read more...] about SPTI and Sony Ericsson spin-off motion-sensing CJ7 mobile game
HBO takes majority stake in HBO Asia
Singapore – Home Box Office Inc. (HBO), Time Warner’s US-based premium cable TV programming subsidiary has taken a majority stake in its Asian joint-venture company HBO Asia. Previously held by HBO, NBC Universal, Paramount Films and Sony Pictures Entertainment, HBO Asia is owned by HBO and Paramount under the new equity structure. HBO’s strong performance and brand recognition in Asia was the driving force behind HBO’s decision to acquire a majority stake in HBO Asia. … [Read more...] about HBO takes majority stake in HBO Asia