Starstruck Shines in Italy: Global Music Updates and Highlights

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Starstruck Shines in Italy: Global Music Updates and Highlights
Starstruck Shines in Italy: Global Music Updates and Highlights

Italian Remake of Singing Show ‘Starstruck’ Announced

Starstruck, the popular singing format from Banijay, is set to make its Italian debut on Warner Bros Discovery’s channel Nove. This exciting show features trios of everyday individuals who transform into tributes of iconic music acts, competing against other groups for a chance at a cash prize in a thrilling final showdown. This adaptation marks the seventh iteration of Starstruck, following successful versions in the UK, Chile, Bulgaria, Belgium, Denmark, and Portugal. Francesco Lauber, Chief Creative Officer of Banijay Italia, expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating, “Starstruck is a celebration of music, talent, and transformation. Italian audiences have a passion for high-energy competitions, and with its blend of spectacular performances and heartfelt moments, this adaptation is poised to become a must-watch event.”

Production Set to Begin for Road Trip Comedy ‘Saving Buddy Charles’

EXCLUSIVE: Get ready for a new buddy comedy! Writer and actor Jillian Shea Spaeder is gearing up to start production on Saving Buddy Charles this spring in Los Angeles. Directed by Grace Wethor, the film follows best friends Clara and Sydney, portrayed by Analesa Fisher (Metal Lords) and Spaeder (Walk the Prank), as they embark on a cross-country adventure to rescue a pet lizard. Unbeknownst to Sydney, Clara is facing a serious health challenge, with only six months to live without a heart transplant. The cast also includes Ariel Martin (Zombies 2) and digital content creator Ian Boggs. Spaeder is producing alongside David Lyons and Jeremy Walton of Moo Studios, and Tom George of Happy Hour Productions. Wethor describes the film as “a story about love, loss, and the beautiful chaos of friendship,” emphasizing its comedic take on life’s toughest moments. Spaeder is represented by CESD; Wethor by Authentic Talent & Literary, Jackoway Austen Tyerman, and EAA; Fisher by Ad Lunam Entertainment & CESD; and Martin by Avenue Artists Management.

Grierson Trust Welcomes New Trustees

The UK’s Grierson Trust has announced the appointment of six new trustees following an open call for board applications. The new members include editor and consultant Zeb Achonu; Derren Lawford, founder of Dare Pictures; Rick Murray, CEO of Workerbee Group; director Toby Trackman; Oli Harbottle, Chief Content Officer at indie film distributor Dogwoof; and Netflix production executive Jessica Ross. Achonu, Lawford, Murray, and Trackman will join the board this month, while Harbottle and Ross will take their positions in December, coinciding with the conclusion of terms for existing trustees Guy Davies and Rob Stapledon. The current board also includes Sreya Biswas, Louisa Compton, Harjeet Chhokar, Amali de Silva, Nelesh Dhand, Poppy Dixon, Tanya Motie, Donna Taberer, and Maxine Watson. The Grierson Trust is dedicated to celebrating both British and international documentary and factual television, overseeing the prestigious British Documentary Awards, known as the Griersons, which will take place on November 18 at the Roundhouse in Camden, London.

Persons

Jillian Shea Spaeder, Grace Wethor, Analesa Fisher, Ariel Martin, Ian Boggs, Francesco Lauber, Zeb Achonu, Derren Lawford, Rick Murray, Toby Trackman, Oli Harbottle, Jessica Ross, Guy Davies, Rob Stapledon, Sreya Biswas, Louisa Compton, Harjeet Chhokar, Amali de Silva, Nelesh Dhand, Poppy Dixon, Tanya Motie, Donna Taberer, Maxine Watson

Company Names

Banijay, Warner Bros Discovery, Moo Studios, Happy Hour Productions, Dogwoof, Netflix

Titles

Starstruck, Saving Buddy Charles, Metal Lords, Walk the Prank, Zombies 2

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