Lion Ark at MIPCOM
Lion Ark is being showcased by ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) at MIPCOM – the world’s most anticipated global entertainment market – which opens in Cannes, France, today.
ITVS GE is unveiling Lion Ark to all major TV and media industry buyers in a portfolio that includes “Cirque du Soliel La Nouba” and NBC’s 60’s cop drama series “Aquarius” starring David Duchovny.
“The film has already been garlanded with international awards and we expect it will attract a great deal of interest from buyers worldwide looking for the best nature programming at MIPCOM.” predicted Ronan Hand, Head of Factual and Entertainment Acquisitions for ITVS GE.
ITVS GE is one of the world’s leading distribution companies, selling more than 460 hours of factual programming in Europe with deals totalling 500 hours programming across China & Thailand, 200 hours across Latin America and 500 hours in Australia & New Zealand. Its diverse catalogue, seen worldwide, includes Hell’s Kitchen, I’m a Celebrity Get Me out of Here, Golden Globe nominated Dancing on the Edge, Mr Selfridge, The Chase, wildlife documentary Islands on the Edge and a film archive that includes Brief Encounter and On Golden Pond. As well as being a major international media distributor. ITVS GE has its own channels in Europe, Asia, Africa and Middle East, including flagship ITV broadcasting in 40 countries.
Lion Ark director Tim Phillips said: “We are excited to be taking Lion Ark to a wider audience with ITV Studios Global Entertainment. Given the fantastic response to Lion Ark at film festivals, with standing ovations and sell out screenings, we expect it to be snapped up at MIPCOM and delighting audiences around the world very soon.”
Lion Ark is currently in movie theatres in Bolivia, opens next month in the UK, and will screen across selected US cities later this year, with more theatrical distribution to be announced.
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