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  • RX France’s MIPTV trade show calls for entries for the fifth MIP SDG Awards 2024

    RX France’s MIPTV trade show calls for entries for the fifth MIP SDG Awards 2024

    Mumbai: RX France has announced the Call for Entries for the 2024 MIP SDG AWARD, established in 2020, to recognise the contribution of, and action by, media companies worldwide to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The MIP SDG AWARD 2024 recipient will be presented live on stage in Cannes, France during MIPTV – The Spring International Television Market – in April of next year.

    The announcement was made by RX France entertainment division director Lucy Smith, on the occasion of the 2023 SDG Summit, which kicked off the high-level week of the UN General Assembly in New York (18-22 September). RX France was participating in a media session at the SDG Media Zone,“Driving Social Impact for the SDGs” which also featured previous MIP SDG Award recipients Studio Silverback and Junk Kouture.

    The MIP television industry trade shows are the largest gatherings of entertainment executives and media companies globally with representatives from over 100 countries convening in Cannes, France biannually to showcase their creativity and content. At these, the MIP SDG Award provides an international platform to demonstrate how progress can be accelerated by the industry, helping educate global audiences on sustainability issues both editorially and through their business practices.

    “Inspiring change is what television does best,” commented Smith. “A MIP SDG Award provides a global stage to accelerate change and show what’s achievable and impactful in these critical areas by highlighting exceptional work that peers can admire, learn from and emulate in their own way.”

    The awards form part of RX France’s ongoing membership and commitment to the United Nations’ SDG Media Compact. Founded by the United Nations in 2018, the alliance of media and entertainment companies now numbers over 450 members committed to leveraging their resources towards achieving the SDGs.

  • Mipcom Cannes Diversify TV Awards announces nominations and host

    Mipcom Cannes Diversify TV Awards announces nominations and host

    Mumbai: RX France (formerly Reed Midem) has announced the nominations and host for the sixth Mipcom Cannes Diversify TV Awards.

    The awards celebrate, champion and promote diversity and inclusion through exemplary representation in television series and entertainment programmes internationally. A record 190 submissions were received this year from 27 countries. 10 winners will be awarded.

    Billed as ‘the mother of all entertainment content markets,’ the 38th International Co-Production & Entertainment Content Market (17-20 October) is set to welcome over 10,000 delegates from 96 countries. The ceremony, now firmly established as a highlight of the conference programme, will this year be hosted by international anchor and diversity advocate Femi Oke and staged on 19 October 2022 in the Palais des Festivals’ Grand Auditorium.

    Over four decades, Oke has reported, produced and presented for broadcasters including CNN International, Sky, National Geographic, NPR and the BBC, and been a regular moderator at global forums and conferences, facilitating on behalf of the United Nations, World Bank, and European Commission. Currently host of The Stream on Al Jazeera English, Oke is also the co-founder of Moderate The Panel, an agency dedicated to sourcing diverse event hosts.

    The nominations were reached by a short list jury composed of leading professionals committed to diversity and inclusion. The winning programmes in each category will again be chosen by a final round jury made up of advocacy organisations and specialised publications that campaign for equality and inclusion, including The Anne Frank Trust, APF France handicap, Fondation Mozaïk, Gadim, GLAAD, the Minority Rights Group, ODA, Scope and Stonewall. 

    Mipcom Cannes, MipJunior director Lucy Smith said, “Our approach with DiversifyTV and the awards has been to elevate those already making an impact to inspire our industry internationally. If nominated, that impact has been recognised not only by peers but by specialists and advocacy groups in the diversity and inclusion area, an extraordinary and meaningful accolade that also stands as an example of what’s possible in TV. I wish all the nominees the very best of luck for what will be an inspirational event.”

    The awards are organised in collaboration with founding partner DiversifyTV, and in association with founding presenting partners A+E Networks & Netflix, and returning awards partners Telefilm Canada, Canada Media Fund and All3Media International and D.I.M.E.S., among other supporting partner companies and organisations.

    The nominations are: 

    Representation of Race and Ethnicity – Scripted

    Bangla – The Series
    Original Broadcaster: RAI Fiction
    Distributor: Fandango
    Produced by: Fandango in collaboration with RAI Fiction

    Che Peruvian (“Che Peruano”)
    Original Broadcaster: Personal (Argentina), Flixxo
    Distributor: Flixxo
    Produced by: Ernesto Rowe & Niko Chiesa / TeveLab

    Pour toi Flora
    Original Broadcaster: Radio-Canada
    Distributor: Attraction Distribution
    Produced by: Nish Media

    Representation of Race and Ethnicity – Non-Scripted

    Our African Roots
    Original Broadcaster: SBS Australia
    Distributor: Abacus Media Rights
    Produced by: Chemical Media

    Race Around Britain
    Original Broadcaster: YouTube Originals
    Distributor: YouTube Originals
    Produced by: Expectation, Munz Made It

    Unheard
    Original Broadcaster: Amazon Prime Video
    Distributor: LADbible Group
    Produced by: LADbible Group Australia

    Representation of LGBTQIA+ – Scripted

    Heartstopper
    Original Broadcaster: Netflix
    Distributor: Netflix
    Produced by: A See-Saw Films Production for Netflix

    (S)he
    Original Broadcaster: TF1
    Distributor: Newen Connect
    Produced by: And So On Films

    Sort Of
    Original Broadcaster: CBC/HBO Max
    Distributor: Abacus Media Rights, Sphere Media Distribution
    Produced by: Sphere Media Toronto (Formerly Sienna Films)

    Representation of LGBTQIA+ – Non-Scripted

    Freddie Mercury: The Final Act
    Original Broadcaster: BBC Two
    Distributor: BBC Studios
    Produced by: Rogan Productions

    LA (A Queer History)
    Original Broadcaster: PBS
    Distributor: PBS, A+E
    Produced by: L.A. Queer History Inc x 4Mat Factory

    Queens To The Rescue
    Original Broadcaster: ATRESplayer PREMIUM
    Distributor: Atresmedia Televisión
    Produced by: Atresmedia Televisión with the collaboration of Estudios Buendia 
    Representation of Disability – Scripted

    Audrey’s Back
    Original Broadcaster: Quebecor/Club Illico
    Distributor: Beta Film
    Produced by: Pixcom in collaboration with Quebecor Content

    Dodger
    Original Broadcaster: CBBC and BBC iPlayer
    Distributor: NBCUniversal Global Distribution
    Produced by: Universal International Studios, a division of Universal Studio Group

    Exceptional
    Original Broadcaster: Kan 11
    Distributor: Armoza Formats
    Produced by: Eight Productions

    Representation of Disability – Non-Scripted

    Ellie Simmonds: A World Without Dwarfism
    Original Broadcaster: BBC One
    Distributor: Keshet International
    Produced by: Flicker Productions

    Speechless
    Original Broadcaster: RTÉ
    Distributor: RTÉ Programme Sales
    Produced by: Firebrand Productions

    We Don’t Play Dolly
    Original Broadcaster: Mediacorp Singapore
    Distributor: Mediacorp
    Produced by: The Moving Visuals Co.

    Representation of Diversity in Kids Programming – Pre-school

    CBeebies Presentation
    Original Broadcaster: CBeebies and BBC iPlayer
    Distributor: BBC
    Produced by: BBC

    Lili & Lola
    Original Broadcaster: Oznoz
    Distributor: Big Bad Boo Studios
    Produced by: Big Bad Boo Studios

    Proud To Be Me
    Original Broadcaster: CBC
    Distributor: CBC
    Produced by: CBC

    Representation of Diversity in Kids Programming – Older Children

    First Day
    Original Broadcaster: Hulu, ABC ME
    Distributor: Australian Children’s Television Foundation
    Produced by: Epic Films in association with KOJO Studios

    Jamie Johnson Series 6 – Episode 8 – ‘The Right Thing’
    Original Broadcaster: BBC
    Distributor: BBC Studios
    Produced by: Short Form Film

    Onyx Family Dinner
    Original Broadcaster: YouTube Originals
    Distributor: YouTube Originals
    Produced by: pocket.watch

    Premio MIP Cancun (New for 2022 in partnership with MIP Cancun)

    Because Victoria
    Original Broadcaster: Amazon Prime Video
    Distributor: VIS
    Produced by: VIS, Oficina Burman

    Che Peruvian (“Che Peruano”)
    Original Broadcaster: Personal (Argentina), Flixxo
    Distributor: Flixxo
    Produced by: Ernesto Rowe and Niko Chiesa / TeveLab

    Grandes Mujeres Latinoamericanas (“Great Latin American Women”)
    Original Broadcaster: YouTube/BILLIKEN
    Distributor: Billiken
    Produced by: Billiken, NutsMedia

    The recipient(s) of the new Behind The Scenes Impact Award will also be announced at the event.
     

  • Mipcom to host screening of ‘The English’ on 16 October

    Mipcom to host screening of ‘The English’ on 16 October

    Mumbai: RX France (formerly Reed Midem) and All3Media International announced the special red carpet screening of the western “The English” at the entertainment content marketplace Mipcom Cannes on 16 October. The event will be attended by leads Emily Blunt and Chaske Spencer, and writer/director Hugo Blick.

    The screening will take place at 18:00 (CET) at the Grand Auditorium in Cannes’ Palais des Festivals and will be followed by a Q&A with the attending talent for both delegates and the general public.

    More than 10,000 senior international television producers, buyers, commissioners, and creatives from the top studios and platforms in the business will attend the 38th edition of Mipcom Cannes from 17-20 October 2022. The annual international co-production and entertainment content market will feature more than 250 exhibiting studios and distributors from 45 nations.

    “The English” is produced by Drama Republic and Eight Rooks. It was created by Hugo Blick—who also serves as an executive producer, director, and writer. Emily Blunt also serves as an executive producer, alongside Greg Brenman (Peaky Blinders, The Honourable Woman) for Drama Republic and Mona Qureshi for the BBC. Colin Wratten (Killing Eve) is the producer. “The English” was commissioned for the BBC by chief content officer Charlotte Moore and BBC drama commissioning former director Piers Wenger. It is co-produced by Amazon Studios and the BBC in association with All3Media International, who handled international sales.

    “The English” takes the core themes of identity and revenge to tell a parable about race, love, and power. An aristocratic Englishwoman, Lady Cornelia Locke (Emily Blunt), and Eli Whipp (Chaske Spencer) come together in 1890 mid-America to cross a violent landscape built on dreams and blood.

    Both of them have a clear sense of their destiny, but neither is aware that it is rooted in a shared past. They must face increasingly terrifying obstacles that will test them to their cores, physically and psychologically. But as each obstacle is overcome, it draws them closer to their ultimate destination, the new town of Hoxem, Wyoming. It is here, after an investigation by the local sheriff, Robert Marshall (Stephen Rea), and young widow Martha Myers (Valerie Pachner), into a series of bizarre and macabre unsolved murders, that the full extent of their intertwined history will be truly understood, and they will come face to-face with the future they must live.

    RX France entertainment division director Lucy Smith said, “Mipcom Cannes is back at full strength this year with the biggest global stars hosting screenings of eagerly awaited international series. And what a cast, and what a series to start us off this year. A huge thanks to All3Media International and all the partners for making it happen and we look forward to welcoming Emily, Chaske and Hugo to Cannes and the Grand Auditorium.”

    All3Media International CEO Louise Pedersen said, “We are thrilled that Mipcom has selected The English for this special red-carpet screening. Everything about the show is premium – a brilliant script, stellar cast, expertly directed and produced by Drama Republic. Visually stunning, this will be a real treat for MIPCOM delegates and the public alike on the big screen at the Palais.”

    Drama Republic CEO and executive producer Greg Brenman said, “Hugo Blick has created a compelling, modern love story set against the epic landscape of a Western. The English is a true adventure that will tell us as much about the times we live in today as the period in which it is set.”

  • Banijay CEO Marco Bassetti to deliver a keynote address at MIPCOM Cannes

    Banijay CEO Marco Bassetti to deliver a keynote address at MIPCOM Cannes

    Mumbai: RX France (formerly Reed MIDEM) has announced that Banijay CEO Marco Bassetti will give a keynote address at MIPCOM Cannes, happening between 17 and 20 October.

    As the CEO of the biggest independent content producer and distributor in the world, Bassetti is in charge of a growing operation that spans 22 countries, more than 120 production companies, and a library that includes Big Brother, Peaky Blinders, Survivor, and MasterChef, in addition to the upcoming blockbuster films “Rogue Heroes,” “Blow Up,” “Starstruck,” and “Marie Antoinette.”

    Banijay CEO Marco Bassetti said, “After three years away, we are proud to be back in Cannes with over 200 of our global talent in tow. MIPCOM always stands as a momentous occasion for our business, and I look forward to taking the time to share more about our current strategy and the trends we are recognising across the globe. So much has changed for us since we were last here, so it will be great to fully reconnect with the market and introduce our scaled-up group officially.”

    It will take the stage on the second day of the market as part of the agenda-setting Media Mastermind keynote series, which features eminent global executives and TV industry creatives speaking from the renowned Palais des Festivals stage.

    The discussion will include Bassetti’s observations on both the overall industry trends and the strategy of the world’s producers and distributors.

    MIPCOM Cannes and MIPJUNIOR director Lucy Smith said, “MIPCOM Cannes is back and supersized this year. Hearing from the man at the helm of what is now one of the world’s largest independent production groups couldn’t be more appropriate. We look forward to warmly welcoming Marco back to Cannes and back to the Grand Auditorium stage.”

    The 38th International Co-production and Entertainment Content Market will feature exhibitors from over 45 nations, including the biggest studios and platforms in the world of TV. The highly anticipated market is expected to draw over 10,000 delegates in total.

    The Seaview Producers Hub, an inaugural 1,000 square metre networking lounge and event space set against Cannes’ iconic sea view, is also being added for MIPCOM Cannes in 2022. It was introduced to reflect the market’s increased focus on exploring early-stage development, co-production, financing, and funding partnerships.

    With screenings of eagerly anticipated series and exclusive trend insight presentations alongside the keynotes, the weeklong MIPCOM Cannes conference programme helps define the TV industry’s year.

    Diverse, inclusive storytelling and mentoring will continue to be at the heart of the MIP mission and will be emphasised throughout the programme and market.

  • Over 200 exhibitors to participate at Mipcom Cannes 2022

    Over 200 exhibitors to participate at Mipcom Cannes 2022

    Mumbai: Over 200 exhibitors from 30 countries have already booked stand space for the world’s entertainment content market Mipcom Cannes 2022. The majority of returning exhibitors are back to their pre-pandemic booth sizes or larger, bolstered by the re-opening of major outdoor stands on the Croisette beach and surrounding the Palais des Festivals. The demand for exhibit space affirms a strong content sales and acquisitions climate supported by buyers and sellers to return to in-person international business meetings.

    RX France (formerly Reed Midem) has also announced plans to launch a new International co-production market alongside the exhibition in the Palais des Festivals dedicated to accelerating international co-production and development business in Cannes. Billed as ‘the mother of all entertainment content markets’, the 38th edition takes place from 17-20 October 2022 in the Palais des Festivals. MipJunior returns to its pre-market weekend schedule from 15-16 October at the JW Marriott Cannes.

    Also new for 2022 is ‘The Seaview Producers Hub’, an inaugural 1000 SQM (10,673 SQFT) networking lounge and event space, set against the backdrop of Cannes’ iconic sea view and introduced to reflect the increased focus at the market for exploring early-stage development and co-production partnerships.

    Created to be the base of the new co-production market at MIPCOM, the supersized Seaview Producers Hub will feature a lounge with indoor and outdoor seating to accommodate hundreds of daily meetings prioritised for creators, producers, commissioners, and development executives. The Seaview stage and curated areas will support the co-production programme and daily events. The Mipcom Seaview Producers Hub aims to become the annual business hive and fresh hang out point in Cannes for producers and everyone involved in co-productions worldwide, serving as a catalyst for international deal-making in the heart of the Palais des Festivals.

    RX France Entertainment Division director Lucy Smith said, “2022 is undoubtedly the comeback year for Mipcom Cannes. A healthy set of confirmations four months out from the market, with more being added daily, demonstrates the huge appetite for the return of a full strength Mipcom. And, unhampered by last year’s travel restrictions, to meet increased demand we have a supersized edition planned for this October in Cannes. More to come over the coming months. Watch this space!”

    Companies confirmed to exhibit to date include Zee Entertainment, All3Media International, AMC Studios,  Keshet International, Lionsgate, Mattel, NBCUniversal International, Netflix, Warner Bros. International Television Distribution, WildBrain and ZDF Studios.

  • Mipcom Cannes 2022 launches new co-production market alongside exhibition

    Mipcom Cannes 2022 launches new co-production market alongside exhibition

    Mumbai: RX France, formerly Reed Midem, on Tuesday confirmed a robust first raft of stand bookings for Mipcom Cannes 2022, whilst announcing plans to launch a new international c0-production market alongside the exhibition in the Palais des Festivals dedicated to accelerating international co-production and development business in Cannes.

    Billed as ‘the mother of all entertainment content markets’, the 38th Mipcom Cannes takes place 17-20 October in the Palais des Festivals. Mipjunior returns to its pre-market weekend schedule 15-16 October at the JW Marriott Cannes.

    To date, more than 200+ exhibitors from 30 countries have already booked stand space for the October entertainment content market, with the majority of returning exhibitors back to their pre-pandemic booth sizes or larger, bolstered by the re-opening of major outdoor stands on the Croisette beach and surrounding the Palais des Festivals. The robust demand for exhibit space affirms a strong content sales and acquisitions climate supported by an overwhelming sentiment by buyers and sellers to return to in-person international business meetings.

    Also new for 2022 is ‘The Seaview Producers Hub’, an inaugural 1000 SQM (10,673 sq. ft.) networking lounge and event space, set against the backdrop of Cannes’ iconic sea view and introduced to reflect the increased focus at the market for exploring early-stage development and co-production partnerships.

    RX France Entertainment division director Lucy Smith said, “2022 is undoubtedly the comeback year for Mipcom Cannes. A healthy set of confirmations four months out from the market, with more being added daily, demonstrates the huge appetite for the return of a full strength Mipcom. And, unhampered by last year’s travel restrictions, to meet increased demand we have a supersized edition planned for this October in Cannes. More to come over the coming months.”

  • Lucy Smith named director of MIPDoc MIPFormats & MIPJunior

    Lucy Smith named director of MIPDoc MIPFormats & MIPJunior

    MUMBAI: Reed MIDEM today announced that Lucy Smith, director of conferences for Reed MIDEM’s Television Division, is named director of MIPDoc, MIPFormats and MIPJunior.

     

    In her new role, Smith will continue to manage all MIPTV and MIPCOM-related conferences in addition to developing MIPDoc, MIPJunior and MIPFormats.

     

    “Over the past seven years, Lucy has done an outstanding job producing conferences that are at the cutting-edge of the key issues facing the entertainment industry. She has been instrumental in attracting world class speakers and making our MIPTV and MIPCOM conference programmes an integral part of the event experience. She has been a key player in the launch of well-received competitions and screenings and her strategic understanding of the documentary, youth and format sectors makes her the ideal choice to develop MIPDoc, MIPFormats and MIPJunior,” comments Laurine Garaude, Director of Reed MIDEM’s Television Division.

     

    MIPJunior exists since 1993. It is the leading international conference networking and screening showcase for kids and youth programming. MIPJunior provides over 500 buyers with the chance to view more than 1,000 programmes and discover new projects that are seeking funding.The event takes place in October on the weekend prior to MIPCOM.

     

    Launched in 1998, MIPDoc is the world’s leading factual co-production, screenings and conference event held inApril on the weekend before. MIPDoc brings together factual programming producers and distributors with over 400 buyers who access in excess of 1,500 programmes and projects.

     

    MIPFormats is the only international conference, networking and screenings event dedicated to the fast-growing formats community. Launched in 2010, MIPFormats provides unique access to some of the main players in the format business as they discuss success stories and major trends. The screenings showcase the best and newest ideas in the format sector.