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TIFF12: U.S., international deals inked for Mettler’s End of Time
Swiss-Canadian filmmaker Peter Mettler’s documentary The End of Time (pictured) has been picked up by First Run Features for U.S. distribution, with deals also penned with distributors in Poland and Australia.
Shaftesbury to launch Mighty Mighty Monsters at MIPJunior
The Toronto-based company and its L.A.-based subsidiary Shaftesbury U.S. will debut the first two animated Mighty Mighty Monsters specials from B.C.-based indie animation studio Bron Animation.
Nelvana to unveil three new animated series in Cannes
The kids media co will launch Oh No!, Paboo & Mojies (pictured)and two Franklin and Friends specials, and new seasons of Beyblade, Detentionaire, Scaredy Squirrel and Sidekick.
Rogers opposes Astral takeover by “too powerful” Bell
The company’s executives said they oppose the deal, unless the regulator orders Bell to divest itself of Astral’s English-language TV holdings.
Kevin O’Neill tapped to helm Dracano
The film is produced by Vancouver-based Odyssey Media as part of a multi-picture deal L.A-based Pulser Productions.
TIFF12: The Nexus of digital media and film – part one
In the first installment of a two-part Q&A, TIFF programmers Shane Smith and Nicholas Pagee discuss market interest in gaming and digital projects and cross-sector collaboration.
Digital sector focus of fed’s $3.5M CFC commitment
The announcement was made during the centre’s annual BBQ, which raised $190,000 for the CFC.
Blackstone receives greenlight for third season
The series, produced by Edmonton-based Prairie Dog Film + Television in association with APTN is slated to air in 2013.
Lionsgate’s Jon Feltheimer gives shareholders an upbeat pep talk
The Canadian mini-studio held its first annual general meeting since acquiring Summit Entertainment to create a global powerhouse.
TIFF12: The battle to sell I Declare War
Co-directors Jason Lapeyre and Robert Wilson and producer Lewin Webb talk to Playback about the challenge of securing distribution for a film that doesn’t fit inside a conventional niche market.
Kazik Radwanski ascends at TIFF with debut Tower
The Toronto-born director’s feature takes North American bow at the festival and follows a string of shorts screened previously in Toronto.
Lewin Webb to head, expand Tricon scripted division
The veteran producer-director’s credits include I Declare War (premiering at this year’s TIFF), Winged Creatures and Casino Jack.
TIFF12: Canadian filmmakers can bring deal-making expertise to Asia
Following the inaugural Asian Film Summit on Monday, TIFF artistic director Cameron Bailey talks about the opportunities for Canadian filmmakers across the Pacific.
Tropical storm Leslie halts production on The Travel Guy
The travel show host (pictured) and crew went indoors Tuesday to avoid gale force winds and driving rain in Newfoundland, as they shoot the latest episode of the Canadian travel show for Discovery World HD.
Quebecor’s Peladeau opposes BCE/Astral deal before the CRTC
Cogeco, another Quebec media player against the $3.3 billion blockbuster deal, will put its case to the regulators on Wednesday.
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