Features – Page 331
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The Broadcast InterviewDavid Booth and Kerry Taylor, MTV
Following its shift up the Sky EPG, MTV’s senior execs are on the hunt for ob docs, fact ent, scripted and structured reality series that can deliver on a global scale.
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FeaturesNapoleon Dynamite, Fox (US)
Broadcast shines the spotlight on the new animated adaptation of a cult film.
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The Broadcast InterviewKaren Smith and Jamie Munro, Shine TV
Shine TV’s MDs have not been resting on their laurels since News Corp bought its parent earlier this year, with comedy-ent and daily live shows on their radar.
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FeaturesWhere next for entertainment programming?
Broadcast brought together some of the key players in the genre to discuss the impact of social media, new formats and finding the next generation of talent. Jane Bainbridge reports
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FeaturesHistory Cold Case
Provide full post on the series following a team of forensic scientists as they try to solve historical cold cases.
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FeaturesThe Choir That Rocks
Create a compelling title sequence for the series about a community choir.
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FeaturesSecrets of the Pop Song
Full post on the 3 x 60-minute doc series in which songwriter and producer Guy Chambers collaborates with artists to write and stage new songs.
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FeaturesGo Back To Where You Came From, SBS (Australia)
Broadcast shines the spotlight on a new doc series from Australia that challenges racial stereotypes while embarking on a risky journey across the world.
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FeaturesGet ready for wrangling and regulation
As the deadline for initial submissions to inform the next Communications Act passed this week, Broadcast takes a look at who wants what from Jeremy Hunt.
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The Broadcast InterviewMark Bell, arts, BBC
Despite the threat of cuts, it’s business as usual for the BBC’s arts commissioner - with ideas for BBC3 and more partnerships high on his wishlist.
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The Broadcast InterviewRussell T Davies and Julie Gardner
A love of high-concept blockbusters unites the creator and executive producer of Doctor Who spin-off Torchwood. They tell Chris Curtis how a tie-up with Starz has taken the show to the next level.
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Behind The ScenesRestoration Home, BBC2
The Restoration strand has itself been renovated, says Annette Clarke, with no public money or viewer vote, and more focus on the human stories.
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FeaturesHealth and safety: assessing the risks
Health and safety on set is a growing concern. Ann-Marie Corvin reports on a series of recent accidents and how production managers ensure best practice on busy productions.
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FeaturesGreenlight round-up: BBC2 reveals summer/autumn schedule
Highlights on Greenlight include a raft of new programmes from BBC2’s forthcoming summer and autumn season.
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FeaturesDelivering a tapeless model
Fears surrounding the supply of HD Cam SR tapes have stoked the debate around filebased delivery.
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FeaturesDoes red tape have a stranglehold on TV?
Broadcast’s online survey on compliance revealed fears over the impact on creativity, and a trend towards self-censorship. Will Strauss reports.
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Behind The ScenesMagician Impossible, Watch
When filming a TV magic show, prepare for the unexpected - and shoot again and again until you get the right reaction, says Debbie Young.
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