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Ken Jeong & ‘Riverdale’s Lochlyn Munro Board Shawn Chou’s Comedy ‘Tiger Mom’ For Impossible Dream Entertainment - deadline.com - China - USA - Chad - city Beijing - city Vancouver
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12.10.2022 / 20:51

Ken Jeong & ‘Riverdale’s Lochlyn Munro Board Shawn Chou’s Comedy ‘Tiger Mom’ For Impossible Dream Entertainment

EXCLUSIVE: Ken Jeong (Crazy Rich Asians) and Lochlyn Munro (Riverdale) have signed on to star alongside Zhang Jingchu, Michelle Krusiec and more in Impossible Dream Entertainment’s comedy Tiger Mom, which has entered production in Vancouver.

SXSW to Host First Ever South Asian House (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - India - Pakistan - city Austin - Maldives - Sri Lanka - Nepal - Bangladesh - Bhutan
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11.10.2022 / 13:03

SXSW to Host First Ever South Asian House (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran For the first time in its 37-year history, the SXSW festival in Austin will host South Asian House, an initiative to celebrate South Asians from India, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Maldives as well as accomplished members of the diaspora. The initiative, scheduled for the first weekend of SXSW on March 11 and 12, 2023, will feature programming around film and television, dance and music, technology, business, fashion, comedy and climate change from a South Asian world view across plenaries, sessions, panel discussions, workshops, art exhibits, book launches and music concerts. It will take place in the 4th Street neighborhood of downtown Austin, near the Austin Convention Center event headquarters.

Korea’s IMTV Hatches Multi-Season Series Based on Lisa See Novel ‘The Island of Sea Women’ About Matriarchal Society of Free Divers (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - New York - North Korea - city Busan
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09.10.2022 / 02:29

Korea’s IMTV Hatches Multi-Season Series Based on Lisa See Novel ‘The Island of Sea Women’ About Matriarchal Society of Free Divers (EXCLUSIVE)

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Korean indie production house, IMTV is developing and will produce a drama series based on the New York Times best-selling novel, “The Island of Sea Women” by Lisa See.  The story is set largely on the remote Korean island of Jeju, among the community of ‘haenyo,’ women who earn a living by free diving for mollusks, seaweed and other sea life from the depths of the ocean. Representatives of a rare semi matriarchal society, the women work while the menfolk typically stay at home, though property is passed down along male lines. Celebrated activist and Nobel Prize-winner Malala recently boarded a documentary project about the haenyo of Jeju that is set up at the A24 U.S. indie studio.

Jemima Khan, Jaime Ray Newman Board Seemab Gul’s ‘Sandstorm’ as Executive Producers (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - London - Pakistan - state Rhode Island
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07.10.2022 / 16:09

Jemima Khan, Jaime Ray Newman Board Seemab Gul’s ‘Sandstorm’ as Executive Producers (EXCLUSIVE)

K.J. Yossman Jemima Khan (“What’s Love Got to Do With It?”) and Jaime Ray Newman (“Dopesick”) have boarded Seemab Gul’s Oscar-qualifying short film “Sandstorm” as executive producers. A coming of age story, centering around a Pakistani schoolgirl called Zara, “Sandstorm” navigates the “tricky terrain of internet dating in a conservative Muslim society,” according to the logline as well as questions “the objectification of the female body and its relationship to honor in Pakistani culture.” In the short, Zara sends her virtual boyfriend a “sensual dance video” which he then uses to blackmail her. “Caught between his manipulative behaviour and the desire to experience love on her own terms, Zara searches for the strength to reject the confines of a patriarchal society,” reads the synopsis.

‘Young Plato’ Doc, On Teacher Using Philosopher’s Ideas to Defuse Violence Among Troubled Kids, to Get Feature Adaptation From ‘Supernova’ Producers (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Ireland - Greece
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07.10.2022 / 11:05

‘Young Plato’ Doc, On Teacher Using Philosopher’s Ideas to Defuse Violence Among Troubled Kids, to Get Feature Adaptation From ‘Supernova’ Producers (EXCLUSIVE)

Manori Ravindran International Editor An uplifting documentary about an Irish teacher who uses Plato’s teachings to defuse violence among his young pupils is set to be adapted into a feature film by The Bureau, the producers of “Supernova.” Directed by Neasa Ní Chianáin (“School Life”) and Declan McGrath and produced by David Rane for Soilsiú Films, “Young Plato” was recently released in U.S. cinemas following a major 40-festival run. The film has won nine Irish and international awards, including the George Morrison Feature Documentary Award at the Irish Film and Television Academy (IFTA) Awards, the ICCL Human Rights on Film Award, the Special Jury Award at the Thessaloniki Film Festival, and an Honorable Mention at Greenwich IFF.

Southeast Asian Producers on Increased Budgets for Independent Films, Local Challenges: ‘We Have to Hit it Hard Right Now’ - variety.com - Thailand - Indonesia - Malaysia - Singapore - Philippines - city Busan
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07.10.2022 / 09:05

Southeast Asian Producers on Increased Budgets for Independent Films, Local Challenges: ‘We Have to Hit it Hard Right Now’

Naman Ramachandran A heavyweight producers panel discussed the modalities of producing independent films in Southeast Asia at a mylab panel on the sidelines of the Busan International Film Festival on Thursday. Panelists included: Liza Diño, former chair of Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) who had greenlit several films during her tenure; Indonesia’s Yulia Evina Bhara, producer of Venice-winner “Autobiography” that’s also playing at Busan; Thailand’s Donsaron Kovitvanitcha, producer of Locarno and Busan title “Arnold is a Model Student,”; and Malaysia’s Haris Sulong, producer of “Beautiful Mind.” The discussion was moderated by Variety Asia editor Patrick Frater.

Busan’s New Currents Jury Discusses Asian Filmmaking Texture, But Struggles to Define It - variety.com - France - Indonesia - city Busan
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06.10.2022 / 14:25

Busan’s New Currents Jury Discusses Asian Filmmaking Texture, But Struggles to Define It

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Kamila Andini, Indonesian filmmaker and member of the jury at this year’s Busan International Film Festival, said that she would look out for “Asian texture” among the films presented in the festival’s premiere New Currents competition section. French director Alain Guiraudie said that he would be seeking “new colors” and “new flavors.” He added that he thought Asian cinema could be “enigmatic and mysterious.” Both were speaking at a meet the press event on Thursday, the first full day of the festival. And jurors have yet to start screening the competition titles.

Peter Chan on the 20-Year Journey to Launch of Asia-Based TV Studio Changin’ Pictures - variety.com - China - USA - South Korea - Japan - North Korea - Hong Kong - city Hong Kong - city Busan
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06.10.2022 / 03:47

Peter Chan on the 20-Year Journey to Launch of Asia-Based TV Studio Changin’ Pictures

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Hong Kong multi-hyphenate Peter Chan Ho-sun is far too intellectual to call himself an “arms dealer,” as Sony Pictures has in casting itself as an unattached supplier to streaming platforms. But politeness and Bob Dylan references aside, Chan’s new company, Changin’ Pictures, aims to become a major independent purveyor of premium Asian TV content for the streamers. The company is using this week’s Busan International Film Festival as its launchpad and will unveil the first five series of its 20-title pan-Asian slate.  Chan’s thesis is that global audiences are hungry for Asian content but have not been able to access it easily under legacy film and TV distribution systems. With streaming making everything accessible everywhere, and audiences no longer balking at subtitles, quality Asian drama can and will travel.

Malala Yousafzai Boards Pakistan’s Oscar Submission ‘Joyland’ as Executive Producer (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - USA - Pakistan - city Busan
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05.10.2022 / 10:55

Malala Yousafzai Boards Pakistan’s Oscar Submission ‘Joyland’ as Executive Producer (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran Malala Yousafzai, who heads her own film and TV production company, Extracurricular Productions, is joining “Joyland,” Pakistan’s Oscar submission in the international feature category, as an executive producer. The film had its world premiere at Cannes earlier this year where it won the Queer Palm and the jury prize at the festival’s Un Certain Regard strand. It subsequently had its North American premiere at Toronto. It is currently playing at both the BFI London Film Festival, where it is competing for the Sutherland Award, which recognizes the most original and imaginative directorial debut, and the Busan International Film Festival, where it is in the A Window on Asian Cinema strand.

Donnie Yen, Zhang Ziyi Among Talent On Debut Slate Of Peter Chan’s Changin’ Pictures - deadline.com - China - USA - North Korea - Hong Kong - city Shanghai - city Hong Kong
deadline.com
04.10.2022 / 09:59

Donnie Yen, Zhang Ziyi Among Talent On Debut Slate Of Peter Chan’s Changin’ Pictures

Hong Kong filmmaker Peter Ho-sun Chan has launched a production company to focus on streaming content, Changin’ Pictures, with a debut slate of five projects and talent including action star Donnie Yen and Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi.

Oscars: Singapore Submits ‘Ajoomma’, Produced By Anthony Chen, To International Feature Race - deadline.com - China - North Korea - Singapore - city Singapore - Taiwan - city Busan
deadline.com
04.10.2022 / 05:53

Oscars: Singapore Submits ‘Ajoomma’, Produced By Anthony Chen, To International Feature Race

TheSingapore Film Commission has selected He Shuming’s Singapore-Korea co-production Ajoomma as its submission to the best international feature category at the Oscars.

Chris Cuomo Launches New News Nation Gig: “This Show Is Going To Be Different From What I’ve Done In The Past Because I’m Different” - deadline.com - New York - county Andrew
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04.10.2022 / 04:03

Chris Cuomo Launches New News Nation Gig: “This Show Is Going To Be Different From What I’ve Done In The Past Because I’m Different”

Chris Cuomo debuted his new NewsNation show on Monday with a pledge that his nightly hour “won’t be typical.”

EST Studios Partners with China’s Hugoeast for Eight Film Slate (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - China - city Shanghai - city Beijing - city Busan
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03.10.2022 / 16:35

EST Studios Partners with China’s Hugoeast for Eight Film Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief EST Studios, the film company established this year by 88Rising co-founder Jaeson Ma and former Vice Media executive Eric Tu, has struck a partnership arrangement with China’s Hugoeast Media. The partnership is looking at an initial slate of eight projects, with EST Studios representing sales at the major film markets including the upcoming Asian Contents and Film Market and Asian Project Market at the Busan International Film Festival. EST will be the exclusive representative for Hugoeast’s titles in North America. In other territories (outside of China) it will handle them on a non-exclusive basis.

Fotini Paraskakis Launches Asia-Focused Content Firm Empire of Arkadia - variety.com - Japan
variety.com
03.10.2022 / 14:37

Fotini Paraskakis Launches Asia-Focused Content Firm Empire of Arkadia

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Veteran media executive Fotini Paraskakis is launching Empire of Arkadia, an Asia-focused content company. The firm expects to unveil its debut slate in time for MIPCOM later this month. Paraskakis is joined in the venture by Japanese media executive Shigeko (Cindy) Chino and former Discovery APAC and EMEA president, Arthur Bastings. The trio describe Empire of Arkadia’s mission as bringing Asian-inspired stories, in both scripted and non-scripted sectors, to the international stage. They will lead with “forwarding-thinking stories that speak to younger generations.”

Formula One Shifts Gears in Asia-Pacific – Global Bulletin - variety.com - Australia - New Zealand - China - Thailand - Indonesia - Cambodia - Minneapolis - Malaysia - Hong Kong - Singapore - city Singapore - Philippines - Brunei - Laos
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03.10.2022 / 11:07

Formula One Shifts Gears in Asia-Pacific – Global Bulletin

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Fresh from a chaotic Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday, TV coverage of Formula One motor racing is set to shift broadcasting partner in Asia-Pacific. Sports Business reports that pay-TV broadcaster beIN Sports is finalizing a multi-year deal beginning in 2023 reaching across most of its Asia-Pacific footprint, but excluding Australia, where Foxtel recently renewed its deal, and New Zealand.

Formats Veteran Siobhan Crawford Launches Distributor Glow Media With ‘Bake Off Belgium’ Producer Free Kings - deadline.com - Britain - Belgium
deadline.com
28.09.2022 / 18:15

Formats Veteran Siobhan Crawford Launches Distributor Glow Media With ‘Bake Off Belgium’ Producer Free Kings

International format sales veteran Siobhan Crawford, who helped bring The Mole to Netflix, is launching a distribution business ahead of Mipcom.

Asian Streamer Viu Approaches Profitability, Orders Slate of Original Series - variety.com - Thailand - Indonesia - Singapore
variety.com
28.09.2022 / 11:17

Asian Streamer Viu Approaches Profitability, Orders Slate of Original Series

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Asian streaming firm Viu is approaching profitability by staying its lane and sticking with the business principles that have made it a regional success story – Asian content, AVOD and SVOD models under one roof, and resistance to over-expansion. “The industry for streaming has matured very rapidly [in part due to COVID],” said CEO Janice Lee, speaking Wednesday at the APOS convention in Singapore. “But what makes Asia different is that Asia has not yet reached mature market status.” After some six years in business Viu is now EBITDA positive. “We always been focused on monetization. Our AVOD-SVOD mix remains the sustainable model,” said Lee, who also confirmed the company has been able to raise subscription prices in selected markets. The launch of advertising-supported models is now a direction being embraced by the sector giants Netflix and Disney.

Asia Online Video Growing as Free TV Revenues Move Into Secular Decline - variety.com - Australia - China - South Korea - India - Japan - Indonesia - Singapore - Taiwan
variety.com
27.09.2022 / 13:53

Asia Online Video Growing as Free TV Revenues Move Into Secular Decline

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Online video is taking up the role of growth engine for the Asia Pacific video industry as free-TV in the region moves into long-term decline, says a new report. The video sector is forecast to remain robust this year, but recession could deal a blow to sector performance in 2023. Video sector revenues – defined as subscription fees and advertising generated by free TV, pay-TV and online video platforms – in 14 Asia-Pacific markets are forecast to will grow by 6.4% in the current year to reach $143 billion, according to Media Partners Asia.

Beach House Pictures Launches Riverland India Unit With Raghav Khanna (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - India - Singapore - city Mumbai, India
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27.09.2022 / 08:03

Beach House Pictures Launches Riverland India Unit With Raghav Khanna (EXCLUSIVE)

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Singapore-based production group Beach House Pictures has teamed up with executive Raghav Khanna to launch new unit Riverland Entertainment in Mumbai, India. The newly-formed production company will develop a slate of unscripted series and documentaries from India. It will do so by partnering with local Indian talent to create content intended for global and Indian audiences, while also leveraging Beach House Pictures’ international expertise and reach, and with access to Beach House’s post-production facility, Space Lion Studios. Khanna, who is a former head of Netflix’s documentary production in Asia-Pacific, is set as MD of the new operation. He will work closely with Beach House Pictures founders Donovan Chan and Jocelyn Little. 

Les Films du Losange Lures International Distributors With Animated Feature ‘Titina’ From ‘Triplets of Belleville’ Producers (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - France - Sweden - Italy - Iceland - Ukraine - Norway - Germany - Netherlands - Belgium - Denmark - Slovenia - Poland - Finland - Hungary - Kosovo - Serbia - Kazakhstan - Albania - Croatia - Romania - Latvia - Macedonia - Estonia - Montenegro
variety.com
23.09.2022 / 15:01

Les Films du Losange Lures International Distributors With Animated Feature ‘Titina’ From ‘Triplets of Belleville’ Producers (EXCLUSIVE)

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Les Films du Losange has closed a raft of major deals on Kasja Naess’s animated feature “Titina” which is produced by the teams behind the Oscar-nominated film “The Triplets of Belleville” and Oscar-winning short “The Danish Poet.” “Titina” will world premiere at Animation Is Film Festival, which takes place Oct. 21-23, and is produced by GKids, in collaboration with Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Variety. Budgeted at $8.5 million, the Norwegian animated movie was produced by Mikrofilm (“The Danish Poet”) and Vivi Film (“The Triplets of Belleville”). The film tells the real-life story of a fox terrier that accompanied her master on an expedition to the North Pole in an air balloon in the 1920’s. It will be released in Norway by Norsk Film Distribusjon, and in France by Les Films du Losange.

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