EXCLUSIVE: The pair behind international content analysis company Tape Consultancy are turning their hands to production.
08.09.2022 - 11:37 / variety.com
Trinidad Barleycorn “Downton Abbey” actor Hugh Bonneville takes the viewers on a grand tour of the architectural landmarks of Europe in the international version of “The Wonders of Europe” (“L’Europe des Merveilles”), the new documentary series from Studiocanal. Watching the Acropolis being built before your very eyes or Versailles being enlarged by order of Louis XIV to become one of the most beautiful palaces in the world with its 73-meter long Hall of Mirrors and sumptuous gardens are just a couple of the time travel trips that Chengyu Prod.’s show takes you on. Directed by Claire Benhaim, Angèle Berland, Christophe Widemann, Marine Suzzoni and Nicolas Bozino, the new high-end docu-series focusing on European cultural heritage and architecture was unveiled at Unifrance Rendez-Vous in Biarritz, the international market entirely dedicated to French TV programs.
“The Wonders of Europe” is enhanced by French composer Cascadeur’s original music and, for the international version, Bonneville’s narration. For the French version, it is André Dussollier who puts his voice at the documentary’s service. The first season reveals the story of the people who built four European wonders, the Palace of Versailles, and the temples of the Acropolis, but also the Louvre in Paris, and the Alhambra in Granada. Currently in the making, season two will also include four parts: two on monuments in France and probably one each in Germany and Italy. A third season is already under discussion. “We choose the monuments in complete independence according to two criteria we had set: They must be among the most visited places on the continent and be representative of architectural wonders or great artistic moments,” Alix Lebrat, COO TV Series at
EXCLUSIVE: The pair behind international content analysis company Tape Consultancy are turning their hands to production.
Noted Tolkien expert Stephen Colbert was bummed a little during his monologue on Monday with the news that Italy’s new neo-fascist Prime Minister is apparently really, really into “the Lord of the Rings.”And in explaining why it doesn’t make sense for extreme right wingers to love Tolkien’s legendarium, he nerded out so much even his own camera started to drift off.“The part that hurts the most for me personally,” Colbert said after explaining the situation, “is that Meloni, who leads a party that has often been described as neo-fascist, claims to be a big Tolkien fan, who used to dress up as a hobbit.”“No! No! Or, as they say in Italian, no. Don’t you ruin the ‘Lord of the Rings.’ No self-respecting adult dresses like a hobbit.
Salma Hayek's daughter is growing up! The 56-year-old actress celebrated Valentina Pinault's 15th birthday on Wednesday with a pair of sweet throwback photos — one of which was snapped by none other than Blake Lively. «Happy 15 years to my beloved,» Hayek wrote, in Spanish, on Instagram. «Valentina, you are my everything, thank you for lighting up our lives with the strength of your wonderful spirit.
Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine has denied claims made by Sumner Stroh that he had a “year long affair” with the Instagram model. Taking to Instagram, the This Love singer, said that he wanted to “clear the air” and issued a statement where he admitted to using “poor judgement” when speaking to other people. “I used poor judgment in speaking with anyone other than my wife in ANY kind of flirtatious manner,” he wrote.
Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent An English-language reimagining of the world of Sergio Corbucci’s cult 1966 spaghetti western “Django,” which launched the career of Italian icon Franco Nero, is set to launch from the Rome Film Festival in October. The high–concept TV series, titled “Django,” will play in 2023 exclusively on Sky and its streaming service NOW in all countries where Sky operates, including the U.K., Ireland, Italy, Germany and Austria. It will also air on Canal+ in France, Switzerland, Benelux and Africa. The Rome Film Festival runs from Oct. 13-23. The 10-episode “Django” show stars Matthias Schoenaerts (“Rust and Bone,” “Bullhead”) as the iconic gunman who is the title character, alongside Nicholas Pinnock (“For Life”) as John Ellis, described as the “visionary founder” of the town of New Babylon. Lisa Vicari (“Dark”) plays Django’s daughter Sarah and Noomi Rapace (Millennium Trilogy) has the adversarial role of John’s powerful and ruthless enemy Elizabeth Thurman.
Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu was left gobsmacked after she saw herself on a huge billboard in Times Square, New York.The Turkish soap star has become a sensation after her time in the villa and is already making moves across the pond. Her new £1m deal with fashion brand Oh Polly! saw adverts plastered across the big screens in the iconic location, leaving Ekin beaming up at them. She has labelled the moment a "complete dream" as the model posed in front of the billboards.
Emma Corrin just gets it. The actor delivered drama at the Toronto International Film Festival, stepping out in nothing but a high-cut bodysuit.
Anna Marie de la Fuente Barcelona-based Film Factory Entertainment has picked up world sales rights to “El Otro Hijo,” the feature debut of Colombia’s Juan Sebastián Quebrada. The Evidencia Films production adds to the growing list of Colombian pickups by Film Factory, including last year’s sweeping Premios Platino winner, “Memories of My Father” (“El Olvido que Seremos”) by Fernando Trueba. and Laura Mora’s “Kings of the World,”which competes at the upcoming San Sebastian Film Festival and is part of Toronto’s Industry Select section. “Film Factory is excited to be on board; Colombian cinema is very strong and we are eager to discover new talents from the country. We believe we found one in Juan Sebastián Quebrada,” Film Factory’s Vicente Canales told Variety.
Happily ever after — in Greece! Former Bachelorette contestant Grant Kemp proposed to girlfriend Chloe Metcalfe in the most romantic way possible.
Hugh Jackman, 53, as they walked the red carpet in the Italian city. In the forthcoming drama directed by Florian Zellar, Laura and Hugh star as a divorced couple, who share a teenage son, played by Zen McGrath. Vanessa who stars as Beth, Hugh's characters new wife, looked simply sensational in the stunning number that was embellished with metallic detailing.
Hugh Jackman and Laura Dern hit the red carpet together for the premiere of their new movie, The Son, during the 2022 Venice Film Festival on Wednesday (September 7) in Venice, Italy.
WATCH: Holly Kingston and Jimmy Nicholson's engagementFormer Bachelor Jimmy popped the question in August while the pair were travelling through Italy on a European escape.Now they’re back in Australia and Holly turned to her Instagram followers for help as she prepares to get wedding planning underway.Taking to social media on Tuesday night, the reality TV bride-to-be revealed exactly what suggestions she’s taking onboard for her and Jimmy’s wedding.One of the biggest tips was to stock up on alcohol from Dan Murphy’s rather than splashing out for a bar tab, while others said the pair shouldn’t waste money on a big wedding cake.But which tips will Holly and Jimmy actually put into practice on their wedding day?Jimmy popped the question in August while the pair were travelling through Italy.The bride-to-be said that plenty of her followers suggested she buy her dress at least six months ahead of time to allow for alterations.They also said she should budget for those alterations as well as the cost of the dress itself and consider picking out a second dress for the reception.“[A second] party dress was recommended by at least 200 of you wishing you had a change,” she revealed.Followers also urged Holly to “think about what knickers you wear” before the big day.Holly and Jimmy will be planning their wedding with a budget in mind.They may be reality TV stars, but even Holly and Jimmy will be planning their wedding with a budget in mind and fans were happy to share a few tips.Most people admitted to going 25 per cent over their budget and said that flowers and DIY weddings were hugely expensive.And it sounds like Holly won’t be bothering to invite acquaintances from her Bachie days, as she was warned not to “invite people
you see today.Meghan shared a bit about her high school experience on the latest episode of her podcast titled “The Stigma of the Singleton with .” During the conversation, the two women discussed the stereotypes that still exist around being a single woman in the public eye, especially a single mother, as well as what they were like as teenagers. The Duchess of Sussex branded herself an “ugly duckling” in high school, explaining, “Look, maybe not conventional beauty as it—now, maybe that would be seen as beautiful—but massive frizzy curly hair and a huge gap in my teeth. I was the smart one.
Meghan Markle revealed in her most recent podcast episode she was an "ugly duckling" in high school, and she never had "anyone to sit with" during lunch. Markle spoke with Mindy Kaling for the third episode of her Spotify podcast "Archetypes." The Duchess of Sussex noted that she did not consider herself to have conventional beauty during her high school years. "Look, maybe not conventional beauty as it…now, maybe that would be seen as beautiful but massive frizzy curly hair and a huge gap in my teeth that, um," she said before adding, "I was the smart one.
by sustainable brand Another Tomorrow, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, returned to her signature sleek neutrals to join Prince Harry at the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf, Germany. Markle’s penchant for discreet, stealth wealth labels like The Row, Khaite, and Loro Piana has been on full display since the Sussex family relocated to the US. Gone are the formal Givenchy dress coats, and in their place, relaxed tailoring, city shorts, and the occasional Gabriela Hearst (Hearst’s conscious approach makes her brand a natural fit for the royal). On the second day of the couple’s first trip back to Europe since the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, the Duchess tucked a knitted high-neck sleeveless top by Anine Bing into a pair of high-waisted beige trousers by Brandon Maxwell.
Tessa Thompson stole the red carpet spotlight with her dramatic look at the Don’t Worry Darling during the 2022 Venice International Film Festival on Monday (September 5) in Venice, Italy.