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Join us in this week’s edition of the Entertainment Supply Chain Digest. From Paramount Global’s staggering $26 billion deal to collaborative ventures like Prime Focus Studios, DNEG, and Monster Mind Creations reimagining the Ramayana, there’s no shortage of excitement. Mediawan’s acquisition of Leonine and Roku – iSpot’s partnership adds to the intrigue. Join us as we explore these groundbreaking developments and more in the ever-evolving world of entertainment.
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IP Deals
Hottest IP [Stories, Formats, Books, Games, Podcasts] to be turned into the next big blockbuster- S4C commissions Welsh-language adaptation of The Voice, titled “Y Llais,” featuring opera singer Sir Bryn Terfel as a coach and hosted by Sian Eleri. (🇬🇧)
- David Anthony Chan’s ‘The Kindred Chronicles’ novel to become animated series in collaboration with HIP Studios and 8Letters.
- Director Jonathan van Tulleken, known for “Shogun,” is set to helm the screen adaptation of Andrew Michael Hurley’s “The Loney” for New Regency Television. The chilling horror novel follows two brothers on a journey through northwest England, encountering unnerving secrets. (🇬🇧)
- Author Colleen Hoover’s bestselling romantic thriller “Verity” is being adapted into a film by Amazon MGM Studios. The script is being written by Hillary Seitz, and produced by Nick Antosca and Alex Hedlund of Eat the Cat. (🇺🇸)
- PBS Masterpiece is producing a six-part adaptation of John Galsworthy’s “The Forsyte Saga,” set in 1880s London. BAFTA-nominated writer Debbie Horsfield is penning the adaptation, aiming for a returning series format. (🇺🇸)
Production Deals
Sneak peak into recently announced production projects worldwide- Roku is reimagining the 1950s drama series “Tightrope!” as a comedy, starring Ty Burrell and executive produced by Bryan Cranston. Burrell plays a slapstick detective searching for his lost love. Cranston’s Moonshot Entertainment and Desert Whale Productions are producing this series. (🇺🇸)
- Netflix announces stand-up specials from Gabriel Iglesias, Ali Wong, Jo Koy, Bert Kreischer, Deon Cole, Fortune Feimster, and Michelle Buteau. Iglesias to have two specials.
(🇺🇸) - Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho is helming “The Secret Agent” a political thriller set in Brazil’s late 1970s military dictatorship era, starring “Civil War” actor Wagner Moura. Produced by Cinemascopio and MK Productions, it’s Mendonça Filho’s passion project intertwining historical context and folklore. (🇧🇷 🇨🇦)
- Prime Focus Studios, DNEG, Monster Mind Creations, and director Nitesh Tiwari collaborate on a visually stunning retelling of Ramayana for global audiences. (🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇮🇳)
- ITV Studios Netherlands confirms the seventh season of “Oogappels,” announced by lead actress Malou Gorter. The series explores parenthood challenges. (🇳🇱)
Distribution Deals
Distributors securing worldwide content across different genres, languages and format types- Goodfellas secures international rights for Gaël Morel’s Cannes-bound drama “To Live, To Die, To Live Again,” exploring the AIDS epidemic in the 1990s. (🇫🇷)
- Italy’s Open Reel secures international sales for Giulio Donato’s “Labyrinths” and unveils US deals for several titles on its slate.
(🇮🇹) - Music Box Films acquires U.S. rights to Quentin Dupieux’s “Daaaaaalí!”, a comedic homage to Salvador Dalí, set for theatrical release later this year. (🇺🇸)
- Magnify, the sales arm of Magnolia Pictures, secures global and U.S. rights to Taiwanese thriller “Pierce” by Nelicia Low. Teaser released ahead of Cannes Market. (🇺🇸)
- Arizona Distribution secures French rights for Federico Luis’s “Simon of the Mountain,” set for Cannes Critics’ Week premiere. The film tackles disability perceptions in a coming-of-age narrative. (🇫🇷)
Acquisition Deals
Streamers & channels acquiring latest content across the world- Netflix secures U.S. rights for Mark Duplass and Mel Eslyn’s indie series ‘Penelope,’ following its Sundance debut. (🇺🇸)
- A24 secures North American rights for Paolo Sorrentino’s “Parthenope” ahead of Cannes. The film, competing for the Palme d’Or, promises a monumental romantic tale.(🇺🇸)
- Maverick Film and Complex Corp acquire action-packed World War II film ‘Murder Company.’ Starring William Moseley, Pooch Hall, Gilles Marini, and Joe Anderson. (🇩🇪 🇺🇸)
- Atresmedia TV secures Spanish rights for ‘Máxima’, depicting the romance of Queen Máxima of the Netherlands and King William Alexander. Starring Delfina Chaves and Martijn Lakemeier, based on Marcia Luyten’s book. (🇪🇸)
- Pluto TV in the Nordics acquires exclusive first run of lifestyle series “Drinking with Joe & Maya,” featuring wine expert Joe Fattorini and sommelier Maya Samuelsson exploring Sweden’s drink scene. Produced by Luckyday Pictures. (🇺🇸)
Global Entertainment Leaders Speak
Partnerships / M&A
Cross-Border Collaborations, Joint Ventures, M&A and Partnerships!- Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management have jointly offered to buy Paramount Global for $26 billion in cash, amid the company’s consideration of a merger deal with Skydance Media. Paramount’s board, led by controlling shareholder Shari Redstone, is evaluating options.(🇺🇸)
- Alef UK, a new independent production company led by Gilles Bannier, launches in London, focusing on premium scripted content for global platforms. They’ve secured rights to Iain Levison’s thriller “Mind Reader,” with Jonathan Wakeham adapting. (🇬🇧)
- Everyone TV launches Freely, UK’s new streaming service, backed by BBC, ITV, Channel 4, and Channel 5, accessible on next-gen smart TVs. (🇬🇧)
- Zattoo partners with Bitmovin to enhance streaming quality and engagement. Bitmovin Player boosts device coverage, subtitles, DRM, and low latency, ensuring top-notch experience. (🇨🇭)
- FranceTV Distribution debuts international sales arm for feature films, starting with Jean Becker’s “The Red Collar” starring Francois Cluzet and Nicolas Duvauchelle. (🇫🇷)
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Companies Making Headlines
Launch and Expansions of facilities, studios, services & technologies- Mediawan acquires Leonine, forming a powerhouse with a €1.3 billion revenue and a vast content library, solidifying its presence across Europe. (🇫🇷)
- Robert Marick, an Amazon MGM Studios veteran, launches M2G: Marick Management Group, specializing in brand expansion strategies across consumer products, entertainment, and more. (🇺🇸)
- Avi Armoza reacquires Armoza Formats from ITV Studios, retaining exclusive rights to adapt formats in Israel, including Love Island, while ITV keeps acquired catalog. (🇮🇱)
- Curiosity Inc. and Estrella MediaCo join forces to launch Spanish-language FAST channels on Samsung TV Plus. These channels, including Curiosity Español, Curiosity Animales, and Curiosity Motores, offer premium factual content and precise audience targeting, enriching the FAST ecosystem. (🇺🇸)
- ITA Group expands globally with the acquisition of Performance Incentives in Sydney, enhancing its presence and offering tailored engagement solutions in Australia and New Zealand. (🇦🇺 🇳🇿)
Featured New Specializations
Global innovations & breakthroughs in the Entertainment supply-chain- Interra Systems to showcase latest innovations at 2024 MPTS in London, featuring upgraded Baton, Orion monitoring suite, and Vega media analyzer for top-quality assurance in media production. (🇺🇸)
- Anoki revolutionizes content discovery with Live TVx, a free streaming service on Google TV devices. Powered by AI, it personalizes channels based on individual viewing habits for a seamless experience. (🇫🇷)
- DigitalFoto introduces the LBC-M8 and CS-L10 camera carts, catering to filmmakers with varying payload needs. The carts offer collapsible designs, adjustable wheels with brakes, and mounting points for accessories, providing versatility for diverse production environments.(🇨🇳)
- Adobe debuts VideoGigaGAN, AI tool upgrading low-res videos to high-res. The latest model ensures that the details are not only enhanced but also scaled up to about eight times higher than the original. (🇺🇸)
- Snapchat unveils new AR ad tools and content initiatives, including partnerships with Issa Rae’s Ensemble for diverse creator programs. (🇺🇸)
Localization & Post-Production
Latest updates in the world of content Localization & Post-Production- Strada’s AI cloud workflow automates mundane tasks like tagging, syncing, and transcribing, enhancing efficiency for content creators. Expected late 2024. (🇺🇸)
- Mainstream Media AG partners with Dubformer, using AI dubbing for localizing international content, reducing costs while maintaining quality. (🇩🇪 🇳🇱)
- Papercup secures two-year dubbing contract with Bloomberg, leveraging synthetic voices and human-in-the-loop workflow for accurate translation. (🇬🇧)
- Moments Lab introduces AI tools in MXT-1.5 software at NAB 2024, featuring sequences detection and automatic soundbites for efficient content creation. (🇫🇷)
- Roku and iSpot expand partnership for fast, reliable ad metrics, integrating Roku’s Advertising Watermark to validate video ad inventory. (🇺🇸)
Animation, VFX & Virtual Production
Latest global updates in Animation, Visual Effects VFX & Virtual Production- DNEG unveils DNEG 360 in collaboration with Dimension Studio, offering comprehensive pre-production, virtual production, and development services, alongside two colossal LED volume stages. (🇬🇧)
- Unreal Engine 5.4 introduces groundbreaking features like Motion Design Editor and Biome Generator, enhancing animation and procedural content creation, revolutionizing game development. (🇺🇸)
- Trilogy Studios, with TBN and Optic8, to build three virtual stages in Fort Worth, meeting demand for premium production facilities, including one in Irving. (🇺🇸)
- Atomos expands its product line to include Sun Dragon production lights, offering a flexible and innovative LED lighting solution for cinema and production environments.
- Moonraker VFX and Sarner International secure joint contract for Wetterextreme Immersive Experience at Klimahaus Bremerhaven, Germany, showcasing their expertise in immersive edutainment. (🇬🇧 🇮🇹 🇩🇪)
