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NewsOutnumbered duo writing family comedy film
Writer-directors Andy Hamilton and Guy Jenkin are developing a comedy film with similar techniques and themes to their hit BBC series.
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NewsCatch Phrase to be revamped
Classic gameshow Catch Phrase could return with a revamped format following the acquisition of its rights by distributor DRG.
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NewsBBC signs 3D app deal for Wonders content
The BBC has struck a deal with publisher HarperCollins under which two-and-half hours of video featuring Professor Brian Cox will be included in a 3D iPad app called Wonders.
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NewsITV1 orders Richie and O’Connor specials
ITV1 is to celebrate the careers of Lionel Richie and Des O’Connor in two entertainment specials.
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NewsLime in talks for US TOWIE
Lime Pictures has held discussions over a US version of The Only Way is Essex.
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NewsOne World nominations revealed
The One World Media Awards has introduced two new categories for its 2012 ceremony on 8 May, covering hard hitting news and sustainability.
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NewsBBC2 orders Volcano Live
Kate Humble will report live from one of the most active volcanoes on the planet for a new BBC2 series.
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NewsZeebox hires Time Warner exec to lead US push
Zeebox has appointed Time Warner senior vice president Jason Forbes to head the second screen companion app’s business in America.
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NewsBBC4 to profile Chas and Dave
Musical duo Chas and Dave will be profiled in a North One TV doc for BBC4, the indie’s first commission for the channel.
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NewsBBC pilots sci-fi comedy
The BBC is to pilot a new sci-fi sitcom made by Green Inc and FremantleMedia UK’s Retort - the first alliance between the two indies.
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NewsFormer Daybreak exec joins Icon Films
Daybreak’s former deputy editor Paul Connolly has joined River Monsters indie Icon Films as development series producer.
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NewsIndies to benefit from BBC pay download plans
The BBC’s plans to create a paid-for download service will open up a new revenue stream for specialist factual and fact ent indies, Pact has said.
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NewsBudget set to grant tax breaks for UK drama
The campaign to secure tax breaks for high-end UK drama looks set for victory, with sources suggesting the Chancellor will announce the scheme in next week’s Budget.
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NewsTimeline TV to open Salford premises
London-based sports post-production and OB specialist Timeline TV is mid-way through the build of a new base at MediaCityUK.
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NewsBBC lobbies over 4G plans
The BBC is lobbying the government over concerns that the TV market could be disrupted when 4G is rolled out, warning that current proposals could tip the scales in favour of pay platforms.
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NewsWallace joins Envy as senior colourist
Soho post house Envy has recruited Blair Wallace as a senior colourist.
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News3D Visual Enterprises acquires Meduza Systems
UK-based 3D Visual Enterprises has acquired sister company Meduza Systems, the Californian developer of the Meduza Titan and the Meduza MK1 3D cameras.
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NewsJewish mums lined-up to compete on C4
A competitive new series to crown the Jewish Mum of the Year has been ordered by Channel 4.
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NewsPolice arrest fraudsters over kit theft
A gang of fraudsters has been arrested in connection with the theft of £600,000 worth of cameras and accessories from HotCam after attempting to steal more kit from reseller CVP.