LONDON – Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has acquired a minority stake in UK-based production company Eleventh Hour Films. Under the deal, SPT will distribute Eleventh Hour’s drama series and films worldwide. The company has produced series such as Foyle’s War for ITV, New Blood for BBC1, Vexed for BBC2 and, most recently, two seasons of ITV’s Safe House. Eleventh Hour’s senior management team comprises Jill Green, Eve Gutierrez, Paula Cuddy and Nicole … [Read more...] about Sony takes stake in Eleventh Hour
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NEP expands 4K capabilities with Sony
SYDNEY – Sony Australia has welcomed NEP Australia’s significant expansion of its 4K inventory, equipment and services in partnership with Sony Australia. The Sony products will be used for all NEP’s sports productions in Australia across its mobile fleet and at its world-leading all-IP Andrews Hubs, starting with NEP’s live ultra-high definition (UHD-4K) cricket coverage for FOX SPORTS on November 4. Director of Technology for NEP Australia Marc Segar explained: “From … [Read more...] about NEP expands 4K capabilities with Sony
Netflix Calibrated Mode brings studio quality picture mastering to the living room
SAN FRANCISCO – Netflix has introduced Netflix Calibrated Mode, a new feature developed by Sony picture quality and device experts in collaboration with Netflix colour scientists and available exclusively on Sony’s Bravia Master Series A9F OLED and Z9F LED TVs. Supported for any type of content on Netflix, including but not limited to 4K and HDR, this feature leverages Sony’s strength in image processing to provide a display mode that configures the TV the same way creators … [Read more...] about Netflix Calibrated Mode brings studio quality picture mastering to the living room
DHX Media closes sale of minority stake in “Peanuts” to Sony
HALIFAX – Global children’s content and brands company DHX Media has closed its previously announced sale of a minority stake in Peanuts to Sony Music Entertainment Japan (SMEJ). DHX Media now owns 41% of Peanuts, SMEJ owns 39%, and the members of the family of cartoon creator Charles M. Schulz retain their 20% interest. SMEJ has indirectly purchased 49% of DHX Media’s 80% interest in Peanuts for C$235.6 million in cash, subject to certain adjustments contemplated in the original … [Read more...] about DHX Media closes sale of minority stake in “Peanuts” to Sony
AXN inks major renewal for Prime’s celebrity series
PARIS/LOS ANGELES – Producer and distributor Prime Entertainment Group has announced a major renewal deal with AXN Spain for the entire series Stars! to be aired on channels AXN Spain, AXN White Spain, AXN Portugal, AXN White Portugal and AXN Black Portugal. Stars! (91x4’) is a fast-paced and exciting celebrity segment that gives viewers an entertaining and highly illustrated biography of their favourite celebrities in just 4 minutes. AXN, short for Action Extreme … [Read more...] about AXN inks major renewal for Prime’s celebrity series
Sony Crackle brings “Doctor Who” to Latin America
MIAMI, FLORIDA – BBC Studios and Sony Crackle have announced an agreement to bring the new series of the iconic Doctor Who to the Sony Pictures Television Networks SVOD platform. With this deal, Crackle subscribers in the Latin America region will have exclusive access to the highly anticipated global franchise which features Jodie Whittaker as the newest Doctor alongside a completely fresh cast. The new season features ten 50-minute episodes kicking off with a feature length … [Read more...] about Sony Crackle brings “Doctor Who” to Latin America
