All articles by Alice Redman
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NewsNetflix exec hits back at C4 ‘TV tourist’ comment
Scripted commissioner Mona Qureshi responds to criticism from Louisa Compton over Adolescence
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NewsLee Mason: ‘it irritates me when people call Rivals a guilty pleasure’
Disney+ EMEA scripted boss says interpretation undercuts the craft of the hit series
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FeaturesFactual under pressure: how global PSBs are responding
Genre bosses from the BBC, ABC and CBC unpack the challenges of producing trusted, responsive and authoritative content
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NewsWorld Congress heads to Rio
Brazil event marks the first time the factual-focused conference has been held in South America
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FeaturesO Canada! How the country is striving for local content
At Banff World Media Festival, delegates saw how Canada’s difficult relationship with America has galvanised local broadcasters’ ambitions
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FeaturesCanada’s TVO: Ontario-based, global facing
The head of production at the children’s and documentary channel expains she’s on the look out for both global and local hits
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NewsCBC scripted chief: ‘we have to partner to finance shows’
Banff World Media Festival: Trish Williams outlines difficulties Canadian PSB has in funding drama and comedy
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NewsDavid Beckham talks TV industry ‘pride’ and UK drama reservations
Football star and production company owner was joined on stage by Netflix’s Bela Bajaria
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NewsClare Sillery: docs filmmaking skill is vital to regain and unite audiences
BBC’s docs chief says viewers ‘trust the man in the street’ more than they do institutions
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FeaturesNuanced picture as growth returns in commissioning
Broadcast Intelligence’s Programme Index logged 1,606 commissions in 2024, a 23% jump on the previous year
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Behind The ScenesProtecting the secrets of Gavin & Stacey: The Finale
From surprise guest appearances to avoiding the paps, how James Corden, Ruth Jones and the crew pulled off the iconic sitcom’s final episode
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NewsJames Corden: return of Gavin and Stacey is a ‘lesson in patience’
Co-creator and actor takes aim at industry’s focus on speed
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Behind The ScenesOutrageous: Rivalry and rebellion in the upper class
UKTV & BritBox International’s story of the Mitford sisters aims to transcend its mid-20th century setting to appeal to a modern, global audience
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NewsSarb Nijjer: collaboration key for indies during tough times
Senior Banijay exec says its labels are more open to working together than previously
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NewsBBC specialist factual chief says co-pro more important than ever
Sheffield DocFest: Jack Bootle speaks alongside fellow BBC unscripted commissioners
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NewsC5 commissioner opens up on sensitive abuse documentary
Sheffield DocFest: Adrian Padmore praises action taken by Ben Frow
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NewsUKTV rejigs as U masterbrand launch date set
Broadcaster also unveils two series orders from Wag Entertainment
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NewsCost of book rights has ‘shot up’ amid IP demand
Mediawan and Banijay scripted execs talk up co-productions in straitened times as way of managing expenses
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NewsSky co-pro boss heralds ‘golden period of documentary’
Jack Oliver also sets out what he is looking for in session at MIP Doc
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NewsNat Geo adds to London commissioning arm
Sarah Peat will work with Carolyn Payne and Simon Raikes