Our Summer 2016 Catalogue Here.
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Our Summer 2016 Catalogue Here.
CATALOGUE Spring 2016 1 2 Hello! Thank you for picking up the latest Distribution360 catalogue, you have made a good choice! This spring, we are pleased to add over 220 hours of new programming to our catalogue, leading with the debut of our first-ever 4K series. Tales by Light is a beautiful production that allows viewers access to little-known and littleunderstood corners of the earth with stunning imagery captured by the lenses of world-renowned photographers who blur the lines between science, art and photography. At MIPTV, we also unveil our distribution partnership with ZoomerMedia Ltd. by launching over 200 hours of original programming across eight series from Canada’s leading content provider to the baby boomer generation - the most lucrative advertising demographic Worldwide. Leading titles include The Concert Series, which features musical performances by the greatest classical musicians on the world stage today and Messages from Spirit, which lets viewers explore the afterlife with intuitive, best-selling author Colette BaronReid, among many other great titles. We also bring you Confucius was a Foodie, a new food series featuring celebrity chef Christine Cushing on a delicious discovery of the best Chinese food while uncovering the fascinating traditions, philosophies and history of Chinese culinary culture and its surprising influence on food throughout the World. Come talk to us about your audience needs. We look forward to meeting you in person or to hosting you on our website at www.distribution360.com. Diane Rankin and the D360 Team 1 Sales Team and Contacts Mark Bishop CEO Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-646-2711 ext. 237 Diane Rankin Senior Vice President, International Sales and Acquisitions Email: [email protected] Phone: +44 7796 670176 Kirsten Hurd Director, Acquisitions and Canada Sales Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-646-2711 ext. 248 Smiljka Baljozovic Sales Executive, France, Benelux, Spain, Eastern Europe and Latin America Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-646-2711 ext. 267 Maria-Nicole Miriklis Distribution Coordinator Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-646-2711 ext. 257 Jordan Cavallo Materials and Traffic Coordinator Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-646-2711 ext. 258 2 Contents Section Page Preschool 04 Kids, Teens and Family 10 Factual and Docs 16 Factual Entertainment 34 Formats48 Interactive51 3 Preschool Entertaining and inspiring content for young viewers 4 Preschool YaYa & Zouk 78 x 5’ Produced by ToonDraw Productions in association with Société Radio-Canada and YOOPA. From the creator of Toopy and Binoo comes a new series of whimsical adventures featuring brother-sister duo YaYa and Zouk. Each episode features, YaYa, the big sister with a taste for mischief, and her quirky little brother Zouk, who get themselves into hilarious situations as they travel between real and imaginary worlds; influenced by real life places and people. 5 Preschool Hi Opie! 26 x 30’/78 x 7’ Produced by marblemedia in association with The Jim Henson Company for TVO, Rogers Broadcasting Ltd, Knowledge Network Hi Opie! is a live-action preschool series that follows the social, emotional and intellectual escapades of 5-year-old Opie, a new kid in kindergarten and your new puppet friend. Opie and his real kid classmates are in their first year of allday kindergarten – uncertain just what to expect. With each new day, Opie learns more about himself, his friends and his two teachers. Each story marks a new chapter in Opie’s personal growth as he participates in, struggles with and inevitably succeeds in kindergarten activities. With a clear and attainable goal, it is the process of learning through play – having fun, asking questions, experimenting with the consequences of one’s actions, persevering through adversity, imagining, and, of course, continuing to be curious – that leads to Opie’s personal growth. Season 2 Available Now! Nico Can Dance! 65 x 2’ Produced by Atomic Cartoons. Nico Can Dance! invites children to jump up and join Miss Frost and Nico as they use their imaginations to create fantastical worlds through creative movement. Each two minute animation/live action mixed media episode has the characters discovering amazing things around them, inspiring them to move. Whether they find themselves underwater dancing like starfish, on a mountainside dancing like bugs, or on the moon dancing like comets in outer space, Miss Frost and Nico always find new and exciting ways to shake things up. 6 Preschool YOUniverse 26 x 2.15’ Produced by Victory Arts for TVO and Knowledge Network Asking the question “What does your universe look like?” YOUniverse showcases space exploration from the perspective of a child, through a series of educational mixed media interstitial shorts loaded with beautiful visuals and scientific facts. Each episode starts with a child describing their perfect planet, star or thing to do in space. With the unique imaginations of each child, this series uses specific art styles to compliment the child’s imagination as well as the story they tell. Season 2 Available Now! Alphabet Stories 26 x 1.30’ Produced by Victory Arts for TVO and Knowledge Network Alphabet Stories is a creative series of short mixed media videos for preschool kids. Each episode showcases a variety of words that start with a letter from the alphabet. After the introduction of each letter, a fun story is told that encompasses all of the words into one wild, wacky and imaginative tale. 7 Preschool This is... Collection 248 x 6’/41 x 30’ Produced by Sinking Ship Entertainment and marblemedia for Treehouse Welcome to the hit preschool franchise ‘This is’. Adorable, inquisitive and intelligent, this live-action preschool series follows the world of bubbly six year olds. With a goal to empower kids to fearlessly explore the world, each six-minute episode follows Daniel, Emily, Scarlett or Isaiah as they try new things for the very first time. Nothing inspires preschoolers more than seeing someone just like them doing something they might like to try – like blowing bubbles, putting on a magic show, playing beach volleyball, picking apples or even building an igloo. Viewers will get to know each host as a friend— learn their likes, dislikes, dreams and fears. More often than not, they mirror our audience’s feelings and experiences. 8 Preschool Bruno and the Banana Bunch 26 x 11’ and 50 x 1’ Produced by Cuppa Coffee Studios for CBC Join Bruno and the Banana Bunch as they embark upon exciting adventures and invent imaginative games full of colours, numbers, shapes and sizes. The gang even learns a few life lessons along the way. This animated preschool series is based on the award-winning international hit property Bruno. The series stars the voice of Brian Cant, a classic English actor, television presenter and writer best known for his work on some of BBC’s most popular television series for children. Tigga & Togga 26 x 3’ Produced by Cuppa Coffee Studios for TVO Imagine a world where every object has a sound waiting to be discovered and every creature has a song. Featuring a dazzling array of musical concepts and styles, Tigga and Togga become the conductors of a veritable symphony of sound exploring, creating and sharing in the music that makes their world go round. 9 Kids, Teens and Families Kids, Teens and Family Engaging programming for kids, teens and families 10 Kids, Teens and Family MADE UP 13 x 30’ Produced by Essential 11 in association with marblemedia for YTV Hosted by Andrew Chapman (Extreme Babysitting), MADE UP is a hidden camera series where kids pull pranks on unsuspecting parents, guardians and relatives. In each episode, with the help of a professional makeup artist, one teenager undergoes a full special effects transformation into a totally new character. Once they’ve been made up, the kids go undercover and test their disguises on the general public – learning to walk the walk and talk the talk along the way. After a quick lesson with an acting coach, they join a cast of pranksters and take part in outrageous and hilarious pranks that turn the tables on unsuspecting adults. Viewers are in on the joke the whole time, from the prank set up, to the make-up transformation, to the hilarious reveal that these adults are on a hidden camera show and have been fooled by a kid who is totally MADE UP! 11 Kids, Teens and Family Ride or Wrong 43 x 3’ Produced by marblemedia for CBC Hosted by Emily Agard, Ride or Wrong is an adrenaline-filled series that gets your pulse pounding as teen contestants answer trivia questions while riding extreme amusement park rides. Each episode centers on one unsuspecting teen contestant who has no idea that they are about to be on a quiz show. Once the contestants are securely strapped in and the ride is twisting and turning at extreme speeds, our host poses a variety of trivia questions ranging from pop culture to science. Every correct answer earns our contestants points, which are added up at the end of each ride. Contestants must rely on their intelligence as well as their ability to focus under extreme conditions as they experience some of fastest and tallest rides the amusement park has to offer. Planet Echo 52 x 30’ Produced by Positive Productions and Media Rendezvous for APTN The Clément Brothers embark on an extraordinary planetary adventure, showcasing and celebrating the positive initiatives being taken to make our planet a happy and healthy place to live. A mash-up of colourful stories about people and places, infused with pranks, high adventure and fun facts, this co-viewing property will inspire families to celebrate and nurture the planet. 12 Kids, Teens and Family Japanizi: Going, Going, Gong! 40 x 30’ Produced by marblemedia for YTV and Disney XD In this adaptation of the popular series I Survived a Japanese Game Show, audiences will experience the zany world of Japanese game show culture complete with conveyor belts, giant fans and Velcro walls. Each episode features four teams of two contestants who are dropped into a world filled with crazy costumes, physical gags, over-the-top stunts and wild characters. Japanizi: Going, Going, Gong! features three elimination rounds to present one final winner. Splatalot 52 x 30’ Produced by marblemedia for YTV, ABC3 and CBBC Splatalot is a hilarious medieval-themed physical game show featuring an extreme obstacle course with heaps and loads of splats and spills. Each episode features a different group of thrill-seeking teen contestants, dubbed Attackers, competing in three cringe-inducing rounds. The Defenders of Splatalot, an international squad of six medieval-themed gladiators, do their best to protect the castle from the Attackers – leaving only one to be crowned King or Queen of the Kingdom. ALSO AVAILABLE AS A FORMAT! 13 Kids, Teens and Family A Very Barry Christmas 1 x 45’ Produced by Cuppa Coffee Studios for ABC Family and CBC When laid-back Australian Barry Buckley’s sure-fire business venture fails to ignite, a chain reaction of events causes a catastrophic chance meeting with Santa. Before you can say, Winter Wonder Down Under, the two have unwittingly traded lives in a Christmas mix-up of epic proportions. Atomic Betty 78 x 30’ and 1 x 60’ Christmas special Produced by Skywriter Media and Entertainment Group for TELETOON/Cartoon Network The life of a Galactic Guardian isn’t easy but Atomic Betty can do it with the help of her loud-mouthed alien sidekick, a know-it-all robot and a talking fish. Atomic Betty must protect the galaxy from enemy Number One, the Supreme Overlord and Maximus I.Q. – who would love nothing better than to visit Atomic Betty’s home world and destroy her once and for all. But back on Earth, nobody suspects a thing and that is just the way Betty likes it. Join Atomic Betty in this award-winning animated series as she saves the galaxy and gets home in time to do her homework. 14 Kids, Teens and Family Skatoony 39 x 30’ Produced by marblemedia with TELETOON (Canada), based on the Cartoon Network format Set in a fantastical television studio in the fictional town of Showtown, the series is anchored by the hilarious cartoon duo of host Chudd Chudders and his lounge-singing sidekick, The Earl. Each week, they attempt to put together another show, while all manner of mad happenings occur around them. But the show must go on! Kids World Sports 26 x 30’ Produced by Skywriter Media and Entertainment In each episode of this high-octane, jam-packed live action documentary series, two kids from across the globe strive for excellence in their chosen sports. These young athletes don’t just have medal dreams but personal goals shaped by their unique circumstances. Each story centers around a significant or pivotal moment in the athlete’s life; the national team tryout, the big game, the scouting visit, the first time competing. 15 Kids, Teens and Families Factual and Docs Intelligent and thought-provoking documentaries 16 Factual and Docs Tales By Light 6 x 30’ Produced by Untitled Film Works and Canon Australia for National Geographic Channel. Uniting exploration, photography and the natural world, Tales by Light offers a rare glimpse into the eyes and minds of some of the world’s best photographic storytellers. Produced in stunning 4K resolution, the six-part television series follows five extraordinary photographers as they push the limits of their craft in little-known, little-covered and littleunderstood corners of the Earth. Experience the challenges, successes and elation as these masters of photography work to capture their unique perspectives. Driven by an insatiable desire to explore cultures, wildlife and landscapes through the camera’s lens, they blur the lines between science, art and photography, showing us our world in a new light. Featuring the work of Darren Jew, Krystal Wright, Richard L'Anson, Art Wolfe, Abraham Joffe and Peter Eastway. 17 4K Factual and Docs Britain’s Ultimate Pilots: Inside the RAF 4 x 60’ Produced by Archie Production for BBC2 In four exclusive, character-filled, action-packed one-hour films, Britain’s Ultimate Pilots: Inside the RAF follows the summer schedule of four RAF display teams leading up to the 75th anniversary of The Battle of Britain. The series follows the very best pilots in the World handling some of the most innovative and difficult aircrafts ever built. Each hour focuses on one team’s preparation and experience throughout a very busy and sometimes dangerous summer of events; teams featured are the Red Arrows, the Chinook Helicopter Team, the Fast Jet Display, and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. With exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the biggest airshow in the World, the Royal International Air Tattoo, plus footage of the Queen’s birthday flyover at Buckingham Palace from inside the cockpit, GoPro cameras provide unparalleled access to action shots never taken before. Additionally, CGI segments in each episode show the science behind the moves that these amazing pilots and machines can achieve when pushed to their ultimate capability. 18 Factual and Docs The Concert Series 28 x 60’ Produced by Fontana Media Inc. for ZoomerMedia. The Concert Series features musical performances by the greatest musicians on the classical world stage today. Recorded in front of a live audience, The Concert Series is a profileraising stop for every major classical artist on tour, offering the viewer an opportunity to see talented performers they may otherwise never see live. Featuring performances from, Sarah Chang, Barbara Lica, Jesse Cook, Sondra Radvanovsky, the Afiara String Quartet, Amy Sky and Marc Jordan. 19 Factual and Docs The Zoomer 38 x 60’ Produced by MZTV Production & Distribution Inc. for ZoomerMedia. Hosted by Conrad Black, The Zoomer is intelligent conversation relevant to the ‘baby boomer’ generation. The series offers groundbreaking and hard-hitting discussion on the issues facing an aging population and how this growing demographic is changing the world culturally, socially, politically and economically. 20 Factual and Docs IdeaCity 60 x 30' Produced by MZTV Production & Distribution Inc. for ZoomerMedia. An innovative speaker series that plays host to a distinguished list of big thinkers, from artistic talents and literary heavyweights, to innovative scientists and visionary entrepreneurs, IdeaCity is more than a stage to air new concepts - it's an incubator for inspiration. This series features talks from thought leaders like futurist Faith Popcorn, New Age guru Deepak Chopra, explorer Wade Davis, Paralympian Rick Hansen and art historian Thomas de Wesselow. 21 Factual and Docs Current and World Affairs Crossfire CBC 1 x 60’ The tragic shooting of 20 children and six teachers at an elementary school in Newtown, Connecticut stunned people on both sides of the border. Many hoped it would be a chance to find common ground in a nation bitterly divided over gun rights and gun control. Instead, the sales of firearms soared and the National Rifle Association’s membership swelled. How has the most powerful gun rights organization in the world influenced the debate around firearms and why does the NRA refuses to accept compromise? The Captains Tale CBC 1 x 60’ As the biggest salvage operation in modern history gets underway, this revealing documentary revisits the Costa Concordia cruise liner disaster with an exclusive first in-depth interview with Captain Francesco Schettino as well as surprising new twists in the stories of passengers who narrowly escaped the sinking ship. Return To Ukraine CBC 1 x 60’ Canadian-Ukraine immigrant Alex Shprintsen returns to his place of birth to explore how the country’s past is defining its current conflicts. The World’s Tallest Man Wild Dreams for TLC and Channel 4 1 x 60’ In September 2009, Sultan Kösen of Turkey was unveiled as the world’s tallest man and with this title came the attention of the world. But Sultan desires more than just fame and there’s only one thing he wants, a true love. However, Sultan’s 8 foot 1 body continues to grow, threatening his life. In need of urgent treatment, this documentary follows him on an inspirational journey across the world as he goes in search of life-saving surgery. Will the world’s leading medical experts be able to help him in time? Or will his remarkable life come to a premature end? This is the emotional story of “the world’s tallest man” and his fight for survival. 22 Factual and Docs The Rob Ford Story CBC 1 x 60’ Toronto Mayor, Rob Ford stood next to Police Chief Bill Blair promising to fight gang crime before it was uncovered he was living a lifestyle fuelled by crime, drugs and alcohol. The two most powerful men in Canada’s largest ciry became locked in a struggle where only one is likely to survive. The documentary unravels the story of the man who became known worldwide as the World’s most controversial mayor. Runaway Fighter CBC 1 x 60’ It could prove to be the most expensive defense purchases in Canadian history - $25 billion and counting. The military promises it’s the best fighter jet available, but some critics are saying it’s a turkey hatched from a bad idea: a do-it-all plane that might not do anything well at all. Voyage of the Black Dragon CBC 1 x 60’ This surprising story of what happened to survivors of the perilous voyage of the Black Dragon, from China to Canada, looks at the Chinese migrants who risked death for a better life only to face deportation after washing ashore off the coast of Western Canada in 1999. The Second Coming Wild Dreams for National Geographic Channel 1 x 60’ Christ is the great hope for billions of Christians around the world but there are many that believe they themselves are the second coming. This is the story of three men who believe that they walk the earth as the messiah. Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, the founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ in the Philippines who claims to have built up a worldwide following of six million. Sergei Torop, a former Russian traffic policeman, believed by some to be the literal reincarnation of Jesus of Nazareth and David Shayler, a former British MI5 agent and whistleblower, who claims to be the Jesus soul incarnated as man. Journeying inside their worlds, The Second Coming finds out why these men believe they are Jesus Christ and why so many people are prepared to except their extraordinary claims. 23 Factual and Docs Crime and Investigation Hunting Magnotta CBC 1 x 60’ The story of a secret group of online investigators who tracked killer Luka Magnotta for almost two years and warned police he was dangerous and had to be stopped before his notorious and grizzly murder of Lin Jun, a Chinese international student. After the Cameras Went Away CBC 1 x 60’ A follow up on four previous documentaries and the dramatic twists and turns that occurred afterwards. This documentary revisits two brothers behind a crumbling casino empire; a skiers family, who reveals he fabricated parts of his story; and the fate of the Costs Concordia’s captain. The Hunt for the Texas 7 Wild Dreams for MSNBC 1 x 60’ Called the most audacious prison escape in US history, The Texas 7 is the story of seven violent criminals who had nothing left to lose. They launched a cunning plan to escape, but their ferocity and violence ultimately lead to their downfall. Filmed on death row in Texas – and with exclusive access and interviews with eyewitnesses and surviving gang members, this feature documentary is about the dramatic escape and six week manhunt which gripped America. The Imperfect Spy CBC 1 x 60’ The story of one of the biggest security breaches in Canadian history - what drove a naval intelligence officer to walk into the Russian Embassy in Ottawa and offer his services as a spy? Featuring exclusive interviews with a former KGB spymaster and an FBI Counter Intelligence Chief, the documentary unveils Jeffrey Delisle’s secret life as a Russian spy. 24 Factual and Docs The Whistleblowers CBC 1 x 60’ To stand up and speak out when no one else dares takes courage, but can come with the fear of reprisals. This documentary looks at some memorable informants and uncovers that the life of a whistleblower can take twists and turns no one ever expects. The Man Who Hears Voices CBC 1 x 60’ This documentary speaks to paranoid schizophrenic Jeff Arenberg for the first tmie since being acquitted of the shooting and killing of a popular sportscaster, as Canada prepares to toughen laws that allow people who commit violent acts, including murder, to be found ‘ not criminally responsible’ due to mental illness. The Last Race CBC 1 x 60’ The revealing story behind the high speed crash that killed Canadian World Cup ski cross star Nic Zoricic and the dangers faced by top athletes who push the limit on risky and extreme competitive courses. Lucky 7 CBC 1 x 60’ A fraudulent claim to a lottery ticket changed the rules of the game. How it happened is a true-life drama full of strange twists, false claims, counter-claims, court battles and a nifty new computer program that can meticulously track the habits of people who play the lottery game. Investigators reveal how they found the true winners and the lucky seven ordinary guys who suddenly struck it rich. 25 Factual and Docs Mission Improbable CBC 1 x 60’ A dream consultancy contract in Libya placed Cyndy Vanier in a Mexican prison amid charges of terrorism, organized crime, falsifying documents and human trafficking for allegedly trying to smuggle Muammar Gaddafi’s family in Mexico. This documentary looks at how a billion dollars worth of business with a dictator and a mysterious plot that took her to Libya went wrong. Lost in the Struggle: The Next Chapter CBC 1 x 60’ After one of them has been charged with first-degree murder, the search for three young men commences as they try to make a break from a troubled neighbourhood, featured in a previous documentary about poverty and crime. The Murder and the Money Trail CBC 1 x 60’ A Canadian bank gets embroiled in allegations of fraud, corruption and money laundering after one of its bank managers is found in ditch outside of Mexico City, brutally murdered. Kingston Pen: Secrets and Lies CBC 1 x 60’ As the nearly 180-year-old Kingston Penitentiary, that housed some of Canada’s most notorious criminals, prepares to close its gates for good, the stories of its three most infamous inmates are revisited. Edwin Alonzo Boyd, leader of one of Canada’s most infamous gangs; Ty Conn, a serial bank robber who became instantly notorious when, in 1999, he became the first inmate to escape Kingston Penitentiary in 40 years; and Guy Paul Marin, who was the centre of one of Canada’s best known cases of wrongful conviction. 26 Factual and Docs Rise and Fall of Mike Duffy CBC 1 x 60’ The story behind how a disgraced Conservative Senator’s larger than life ambition and questionable expenses ballooned into a political scandal that could take down the Senate. Rabbi of the Pure Hearts: Inside Lev Tahor CBC 1 x 60’ When does society’s obligation to protect children trump a group’s right to religious freedom? An international investigation gets inside the ultra-orthodox Jewish community of Lev Tahor, which faces allegations of child abuse, and uncovers troubling facts about its leader, Rabbi Shlomo Helbrans, past. Return to Paradise CBC 1 x 60’ When two sisters turn up dead in a Thailand hotel, local authorities suggested everything from drugs to food poisoning. But an investigation points to new evidence of a highly toxic pesticide used by holiday hotels in Asia to control bedbugs - could this have caused their deaths and what other risks does it pose to tourists? Your Tips, Our Stories CBC 1 x 60’ Driven by public tips, CBC’s The Fifth Estate investigates the disturbing past of a man who promised love to more than 10 women and delivered only deception; the mysterious death of a young blind woman where the key witness has changed his story; and North America’s worst cast of small town corruption in Dixon, Illinois. 27 Factual and Docs The Sextortion of Amanda Todd CBC 1 x 60’ Haunted by a revealing photo on the Internet, Amanda Todd became a victim of blackmail and sexual extortion that ultimately drove her to her death. With never-before seen video and online chats, this documentary looks at the real story of this young girl and how a new breed of online predators threaten youth. The Widow’s Web CBC 1 x 60’ Alleged black widow Melissa Friedrich preyed on the lonely then married and buried them according to family members. Following an arrest in Florida, it is uncovered that she has at least 13 aliases and 30 prior convictions for various kinds of fraud over 40 years and a manslaughter conviction for running over her first husband with her car. Unravel the trail of deception that Melissa Friedrich took that left 2 husbands dead and a boyfriend drugged and bankrupt. The Vanishing CBC 1 x 60’ A daughter’s twelve-year quest to solve her mother’s mysterious disappearance uncovers the dark secrets of a close-knit family. The Unrepentant CBC 1 x 60’ The story of Canada’s most frightening and dangerous criminals, whose lack of guilt and shame makes them both fascinating and horrifying. 28 Factual and Docs Wildlife and Nature The Elephant in the Room CBC 1 x 60’ Zoos and aquariums are big business, reportedly generating more business than all professional sports leagues in North America combined and elephants are one of the biggest draws. But a heated controversy has erupted between zoos and animal advocates who say a cage is no place for these gentle giants. Elephants on Board CBC 1 x 60’ Exclusive access to the convoy relocating three aging elephants from the only home they’ve ever known to the PAWS sanctuary in California. This incredible journey is filled with tension, drama and unpredictability as well as raises a spotlight on the debate about elephants in captivity. Nuts About Squirrels CBC 1 x 60’ Revealing the secret life of the urban squirrel with help from robotic squirrels, GPS-tracked acorns and citizen scientists. The Real Avatar CBC 1 x 60’ In the midst of an unprecedented resource “rush“, 72% of the Peruvian jungle has been zoned for oil development and according to recent studies, in just 10 years nearly half the rainforest – one of the most biologically diverse areas on Earth – may be past the point of no return if current rates of deforestation continue. David Suzuki sets off for the Amazon to investigate the effect this rush is having on the native peoples who call this land their home. Safe Haven For Chimps CBC 1 x 60’ The touching story of how some very special chimpanzees find sanctuary and a new family when they retire from life in a lab. Featuring an interview with world-renowned primatologist Jane Goodall. 29 Factual and Docs Science and Technology Chasing Snowflakes CBC 1 x 60’ Snowflakes have a huge impact on our world, but we actually don’t know much about snow. Scientists are working to change that as they look inside avalanches and snowstorms to find out why they become so dangerous. David Suzuki’s Andean Adventure CBC 1 x 60’ Internationally renowned academic and environmental activist, David Suzuki, explores the Andean region of South America to see first-hand the places that just may represent the cutting edge when it comes to taking on the world’s energy, climate and economic crises. Gone Sideways CBC 1 x 60’ Combining dramatic re-creation with cheeky animation and cleverly manipulated archival images, Gone Sideways illustrates three areas of exploration: medicine, technology and natural science. Supercar - Building the Car of the Future CBC 1 x 60’ With rising fuel prices and growing environmental concerns, never before has it been so urgent to imagine what next year’s car model might look like. But there is hope. All over the world there are people trying to figure out how to build an environmentally and socially sound version of the car. Join engineering professor Brian Fleck on a quest to meet the engineers, designers and even students working on new technologies to make this possible. 30 Factual and Docs The Man Who Tweeted Earth (Chris Hadfield) CBC 1 x 60’ Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield has been called “the internet’s favorite astronaut”. He tweets, snaps stunning photos and regularly connects with folks back home as he hurtles around the earth at 28,000 km an hour aboard the International Space Station. Hadfield’s mission has rekindled our love for space with the first ever documentary produced while its star subject is in orbit, featuring astronauts past, present and future, and expert scientific collaborators. Suzuki Diaries CBC 1 x 60’ David Suzuki and his daughter go on a European adventure visiting countries and individuals who are pioneers in renewable energy, clean transportation and eco-friendly agriculture. Countries visited include Denmark, France, Germany and Spain. Suzuki Diaries: Coastal Canada CBC 1 x 60’ With a passion for saving the oceans, Internationally renowned academic and environmental activist, David Suzuki and his marine biologist daughter Sarika travel the longest coastline in the World, learning about the coastal communities’ way of life and the inhabitants’ relationship with water. Suzuki Diaries: Future City CBC 1 x 60’ 54% of the world’s population lives in urban areas, a proportion that is expected to increase to 66% by 2050. As we grow, how we adapt to the needs of expanding cities will have a huge impact on their livability. Food, land use, housing, energy, waste – how we tackle these issues will determine whether our cities evolve, or whether they decline. Internationally renowned academic and environmental activist David Suzuki and his marine biologist daughter Sarika, set out to discover whether some of Canada’s biggest cities are ready for the challenges of the future. 31 Factual and Docs Jellyfish Rule! CBC 1 x 60’ No brains, no backbone, no problem! 600 million years ago jellyfish ruled the oceans and now these mysterious and magnificent creatures may be taking over the oceans once again, only this time, they’re doing it with our help. Discover how overfishing and other man made changes — like global warming, pollution and coastal development — are transforming our oceans in ways that allow “jellies” to thrive. Living City: A Critical Guide CBC 1 x 60’ Despite Canada’s overwhelming urban demographic, Canadian cities struggle to provide the services expected of them, whether that means collecting garbage and fixing potholes or running schools and public transit systems. Award-winning urban affairs columnist Christopher Hume takes a cross-country journey from Halifax to Vancouver and gives the viewer a firsthand look at what’s wrong with Canada’s aging infrastructure and overall lack of political will. CBC Silence of the Labs 1 x 60’ Amid massive cuts to everything from food inspections to water quality and climate change, over 2000 federal scientists and researchers have been dismissed from their posts, leading many of them to become unlikely radicals. Denouncing what they call “a politically-driven war on knowledge,” they are fighting to keep the public informed about crucial domestic and worldwide scientific research and discoveries. 32 Factual and Docs Red Arrows: Inside the Bubble 1 x 60’ Produced by Archie Production for BBC2 Narrated by Academy Award® Winner Eddie Redmayne, viewers gain an exclusive behind-the-scenes access to one of the world’s premier aerobatic display teams, the Red Arrows. This documentary offers a unique insight into the 120-strong team of pilots and ground crew as they prepare to celebrate their 50th display season and turn British skies red, white and blue. Ghostly Encounters 83 x 30’ Produced by Wraith Films Inc. for W Network Ghostly Encounters looks into paranormal incidents and the regular folks-next-door who had them in this chilling fascinating and highly personal ghost story. Using reenactment, interviews, and archival photography, Ghostly Encounters combines the exhilarating drama of the encounter with a critical in-depth look at why the encounter happened. 33 Factual Enter tainment Factual Entertainment A broad range of factual entertaiment that reaches men and women 34 Factual Enter tainment Messages from Spirit 26 x 30’ Produced by MZTV Production & Distribution Inc. for ZoomerMedia. Messages from Spirit lets viewers explore the afterlife with best-selling author and intuitive medium Colette Baron-Reid. Baron-Reid uses her gift to make powerful and emotional connections with spirits in the next world. By helping believers deal with personal struggles, the readings can provide a catalyst for change and offer the opportunity for closure to emotional and relatable stories. 35 Factual Enter tainment Ask Doctor Zach 15 x 30’ Produced by MZTV Production & Distribution Inc. for ZoomerMedia. Skip the waiting room and join Dr Zach, an experienced emergency doctor who answers studio audience’s questions about health issues. Whether it’s aches and pains, a funny rash or dealing with serious illness and chronic, debilitating conditions, Dr. Zach has seen, and consulted on it all! Divine Intervention 18 x 30’ Produced by MZTV Production & Distribution Inc. for ZoomerMedia. Rabbi Shmuley Boteach is America’s favourite rabbi and the best-selling author of 29 books that have been translated into 20 languages worldwide. In this all-new series, Rabbi Shmuley provides passionate, intelligent, frank and funny counselling for couples and individuals seeking self-improvement, spiritual growth, and practical advice to overcome fears and make positive changes in their lives. 36 Factual Enter tainment Confucius was a Foodie 6 x 60' Produced by Mark Media for NTD Canada Confucius was a Foodie is a documentary series in which celebrity chef and former Food Network host Christine Cushing takes viewers on a voyage of fun and delicious discovery, exploring the best Chinese food imaginable and uncovering the fascinating traditions, philosophies and history of Chinese culinary culture and its surprising influence on food culture around the world. Under the guidance of master chef guides and other experts who have made Chinese cuisine their life’s work, Christine cooks and eats her way through North America, Europe and Asia, visiting kitchens, festivals, celebrations, and award-winning restaurants around the world. Confucius Was a Foodie offers a compelling, in-depth look at a food culture that is rich, surprising, and everywhere. 37 Factual Enter tainment Open House Overhaul 14 x 30’ Produced by RTR Media for HGTV Canada Samantha Pynn is an interior designer who is an open house junkie—but what drives Sam nuts is the overlooked potential in almost every house she tours. So many homeowners try to sell their house in desperate need of an update. From hideous wallpaper to outdated colours to stained couches and nasty carpets, sellers show their properties in states that seriously undermine their value. In Open House Overhaul, Sam and her crew ambush an unsuspecting seller with the offer to overhaul their home and increase it’s value in time for their next open house. ALSO AVAILABLE AS A FORMAT! 38 Factual Enter tainment Family Travel 34 x 30’ Produced by Travel Film Productions for APT Viewers travel to popular destinations and attractions in cities across America and abroad with parent and travel writer Colleen Kelly. The series presents helpful and insightful tips for family vacations aimed at providing ease and creating oncein-a-lifetime memories. Viewers will gain inspiration for their trips as they experience activities, culture, dining, history and shopping in each city. Destinations visited: Chicago (U.S.), New Orleans (U.S.), Palm Beaches (U.S.), Los Angeles (U.S.), Montreal (Canada) and various cities in Ireland, Switzerland and Wales. Mississippi Snake Grabbers 12 x 30’ Produced by Dockside Productions for CMT Canada In this lifestyle adventure series, viewers follow six Mississippi law enforcement agents (DEA Bureau of Narcotics, State Troopers and a District Attorney to name a few) as they enter back country Mississippi in search of what most people are deathly afraid of – snakes! In each episode, the agents take a group of civilians out into the wilderness for a thrill seeking adventure to teach them how to catch these slithery critters with their bare hands. 39 Factual Enter tainment Healing Yoga 86 x 30’ Produced by MZTV Production & Distribution Inc. for ZoomerMedia. Healing Yoga is yoga for real people with real problems. Hosted by Deborah Devine, a certified instructor specializing in restorative yoga. Each episode focuses on one health issue and provides simple instruction that allows viewers to immediately incorporate yoga into everyday life regardless of age and fitness level. Bollyfit 26 x 30’ Produced by MZTV Production & Distribution Inc. for ZoomerMedia. Take a trip to Mumbai and beyond with performer and host Reshmi Chetram. In this fun health and wellness series Chetram guides her viewers through a fun and exhilarating Bollywood inspired workout. The newest craze to hit the fitness scene, BollyFit is a celebration of the beauty of traditional Indian dance. 40 Factual Enter tainment Classic Cars 17 x 30’ Produced by Zatzu Media Classic Cars showcases beautiful vintage vehicles and tells the stories of the owners who have lovingly restored and maintained them. Viewers will learn about the history and pedigree of these magnificent cars that have become more appreciated and valuable over the years. Featured classic cars include the Bentley R Type, Ford Classic Capri, DeLorean DMC-12, Panther Lima, Kallista, Morgan 4/4, Triumph Stag, Triumph TR3A & TR2, Triumph Roadster, Citron Big 6, Mercedes Pontoon, Austin Healey, Panther De Ville, J72, ‘65 Mustang Fastback, 1959 Ford Impala, 1953 Chevy Pickup, MK VI Bentley, Porsche 933 – and so many more! Tackle My Reno 14 x 30’ Produced by Si Entertainment for HGTV Canada In the do-it-yourself world, it’s easy to take on more than you can handle and even easier to do things incorrectly. That’s when pro-football player turned pro-handyman Sebastian Clovis comes in and teams up with overwhelmed homeowners to right their renovation wrongs. Like any good coach, Sebastian has the skills and motivational attitude to see anyone through the construction process—however lacking in skill they may be. With humour, hijinks and plenty of fumbles along the way, Sebastian and the DIYer tackle the reno like it’s a championship game. 41 Factual Enter tainment Bryan Baeumler Collection 159 x 30’ If you’re looking for a proven franchise with excellent co-viewing potential, the Bryan Baeumler collection is a great choice for lifestyle and factual entertainment channels. With wit, charm and DIY know-how, Bryan is a great personality for all viewers. Disaster DIY 26 x 30’ Produced by Si Entertainment for HGTV Canada This hit series follows do-it-yourselfers who have failed at their home renovation project and are in desperate need of some on-the-job training. Contractor Bryan Baeumler saves the families from their reno nightmare. Teaching DIY-ers how to fix their mistakes properly and safely with his humorous brand of tough love. With words of encouragement Bryan is able to transform the DIY-er from a handyman disaster to a hero. With compelling narratives from the DIY-er along with their family and friends, viewers will learn how to avoid dangerous shortcuts and how to troubleshoot their own home renovation. 42 Factual Enter tainment House of Bryan 50 x 30’ Produced by Si Entertainment for HGTV Canada This hit global franchise gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look into the life of iconic contractor Bryan Baeumler as he builds homes for his family. House of Bryan: In the City (13x30’) Sees the Baeumler family renovate a small bungalow into a dream home. House of Bryan: On The Rocks (13x30’) Follows the Baeumler clan to cottage country as they build the ultimate family cottage. House of Bryan: In The Sticks (24x30’) Finds Bryan out in the country as he builds his new residence. Bryan and wife Sarah clash on the vision for their new home and learn to cope with the dramatic lifestyle change from city to country. New episodes coming soon! Leave it to Bryan 117 x 30’ Produced by Si Entertainment for HGTV Canada When homeowners want to kick-start their dream renovation project they call construction guru Bryan Baeumler for help. Given the choice of 3 projects, Bryan helps the homeowner separate their wants from what he believes to be their needs. Taking their keys and waving them goodbye, Bryan leaves the homeowner guessing as to which of the 3 projects he is going to take on. Will they trust his instincts and reset their renovation expectations in this ultimate renovation tug of war? Series 5 Now Available! ALSO AVAILABLE AS A FORMAT! 43 Factual Enter tainment Tessa & Scott 7 x 30’ Produced by Media Headquarters for W Network With an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the day-today lives of Canada’s ice-dancing sweethearts, Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, viewers will experience the duos roller-coaster life on and off the ice. Determined to regain their titles as the world’s best ice dancers, Tessa and Scott face exhilarating highs and exhausting lows as they face challenges they never imagined after their record breaking win in Vancouver. From training sessions to public appearances as well as a glimpse into the duos personal lives, viewers don’t need to be skating fans to go on this funny and heartfelt journey. Cake Walk: Wedding Cake Edition 13 x 60’ Produced by Buck Productions for Slice Hosted by comedian and actress Caroline Rhea (The Caroline Rhea Show, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Phineas & Ferb). This competition series features three cake designers who race against the clock to create one couple’s dream wedding cake. It is a high stakes competition with $5000 up for grabs and a chance to have their cake design showcased on the bride and groom’s big day. In the end, a panel of three expert judges decide the winner. The judges are Alexandria Pellegrino, an award-winning cake designer to the stars, David MacCarfrae, renowned British royal cake designer and owner of David Cakes of Distinction and Gordon Bailey, owner and executive chef of Lot 30. 44 Factual Enter tainment The Skinny Dip 8 x 30’ Produced by Best Boy Enytertaiment for Travel and Escape Globe-trotting in search of skinny-dipping bliss, adventureseeker and host Eve Kelly journeys to find the most exotic swimming destinations around the world. Not wanting to swim alone, Eve charms total strangers from various backgrounds and walks of life to join her on her mission as she treks through treacherous terrain to her final destination. Each episode follows Eve as she visits different destinations – Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Costa Rica and The Bahamas – different modes of travel – boat, dog sled, camel, horse and kayak – and of course, different skinny dippers. Her wide-eyed wonder and up-foranything temperament infuse the series with a charisma and freshness that delivers a compelling and unique travel experience. What’s in a Name? 13 x 30’ Produced by marblemedia for History Television What’s in a Name? takes viewers on a fun and exciting romp through history, telling the stories of the names we know best—from perfume to hockey teams, cars to cocktails. Every episode begins with someone who needs to name something: a newly invented electric car, a mouth-watering chocolate bar, and a baby about to be born. Along the way, experts and celebrities offer advice. Actor George Wendt (Norm from Cheers) gives tips on naming beer, wrestling legend Bret Hart and Hulk Hogan weigh in on punchy names in the ring, and Randy Bachman gives a young band tips on finding a name that rocks. We look at which names have worked throughout history, which haven’t, and why it matters. ALSO AVAILABLE AS A FORMAT! 45 Factual Enter tainment Pet and Animal Collection For fun, informative and heart-warming pet stories, we are pleased to offer channels a variety of entertaining programs for the whole family. Save My Pet 39 x 30’ Produced by Best Boy Entertainment for Pet Network Always heart-warming and sometimes heart-breaking, this docudrama shares the deep emotional bond between pets and the families that love them. With dramatic re-enactments depicting heart-wrenching and heroic stories from the eyes of the pets’ family, this series examines the entire emergency. From the medical crisis, the frantic race to the emergency room, the diagnosis, the operation, the post-op, and when it all goes well, the recovery. Despite the heroic efforts of the pet medical team, we sometimes must recount the tragic loss of a beloved family member. This captivating series demonstrates that no matter how different people are, the true love for one’s pet and the “save my pet” attitude is universal among all families. At The End of My Leash 78 x 30’ Produced by Purple Dog Media and White Iron Pictures for Slice When behavioural problems arise between a dog and its owner, it can place a strain on the relationship. That is when dog behaviourist, advocate and life coach Brad Pattison (Puppy SOS) comes in with his unique tough-love training skills as well as his endearing, humorous and take-no prisoners approach to ending conflict. This multiple award-winning series finds Pattison visiting the homes of problem dogs and their problem owners. Seeking to investigate the issues in the relationship that cause the bad behaviour, Pattison guides and educates each family on the changes that need to be made in order to bring harmony. 46 Factual Enter tainment Puppy SOS 13 x 30’ Produced by White Iron Pictures for Slice A cute puppy can be the perfect family addition. What’s not to love? Her fluffy fur and soul-stirring eyes are just too cute. Five months later, the honeymoon is over and the novelty of the new puppy has worn off. In her place, is a hairy little monster that bites and chews all the furniture —creating tension within the family. A once harmonious home is now in domestic meltdown! It’s time to bring in Brad Pattison, a dog behaviourist and life coach, who is widely known for his tough love techniques and crazy antics. He’s the consummate dog lover and ultimate trainer – firm but gentle. In this fast-paced series, monster mutts are transformed into darling dogs, all while restoring peace within the family. Talent Hounds 1 x 60’ special/4 x 30’ Produced by Hop To It Productions for Pet Network Talent Hounds provides audiences with an in-depth look at the evolution of dogs in the human world and their increasing humanization. Each episode features a heartwarming and captivating story about how dogs not only enrich our lives but how we can help change theirs. Showcasing a wide array of outstanding talents including hunters, herders, police dogs, performers and athletes, viewers will meet dogs who have found their talents despite coming from rescues and shelters. With an interactive element meant to unite a community of dog lovers, talenthounds.ca provides profiles on the series’ stars and their families as well as aims to educate dog owners about health, safety and training. 47 For mats Open House Overhaul 14 x 30’ Target: Co-viewing Adults 18-49 So many people try to sell a house in desperate need of an overhaul – and miss out on tens of thousands of dollars on their sale price. From heinous wallpaper to outdated colours to stained couches and nasty carpets, sellers show their properties in states that seriously undermine their value. In Open House Overhaul, one visionary interior designer and his/her team of builders ambush an unsuspecting seller putting their house on the market. The designer offers to overhaul their home and increase it’s value in time for the owner’s next open house. Will the homeowner love what they do and how much will their home be worth? Leave it to… 13 x 30’ Target: Co-viewing Adults 18-49 When homeowners want to kick-start renovations on their property they call in an expert contractor to help them sort out their design wants from their lifestyle needs. Having three projects they’d like to accomplish in their home, but the budget for only one the homeowners weigh up their dream results against realistic expectations. The homeowners must hand over their keys and leave their contractor in charge of the decision of which project he/she will do for them. Will the homeowner be happy? Will the contractor execute on time and budget? What could possibly go wrong? 48 For mats What’s in a Name? 13 x 30’ Target: Co-viewing Adults 18-49 What’s in a Name? takes viewers on a fun and exciting romp through history, telling the stories of the names that are part of the fabric our lives — from perfume to sports teams, cars to cocktails. Every episode begins looking to name something: a newly invented electric car, a mouth-watering chocolate bar, a baby about to be born. Along the way, experts and celebrities offer advice. We look at which names have worked throughout history, which haven’t, and why it matters. Twin Factor 26 x 30’ Target: Kids and Teens 6-10 In this fast-paced and entertaining race against the clock, teams must solve a geographical or historical riddle that is significant to the host city in order to discover the location of the finish line. On their journey, teams must find clues that will lead them to a series of hidden QR codes. Once these QR codes are scanned onto their tablets, teams will accumulate GPS coordinates directing them to the finish line. Each team must also complete two zany challenges before they are able to win the race and a donation to the charity of their choice. 49 For mats Splatalot 26 x 30’ Target: Kids and Families Splatalot is a hilarious medieval-themed physical game show featuring an extreme obstacle course with heaps and loads of splats and spills. Each episode features a different group of thrill-seeking teen contestants, dubbed Attackers, competing in three cringe-inducing rounds. The Defenders of Splatalot, an international squad of six medieval-themed gladiators, will do their best to protect the castle from the Attackers – leaving only one to be crowned King or Queen of the Kingdom. Skatoony 13 x 30’ Target: Kids 6-11 Set in a fantastical television studio in the fictional town of Showtown, Skatoony is a mixed media comedy game show. Three kids play a hilarious trivia game against their fellow contestants, who are of the animated variety! The series is anchored by the hilarious animated duo Chudd Chudders and his lounge-singing sidekick, The Earl. Each episode, they attempt to put together another game show, while all manner of madness occurs around them wreaking havoc on the set. Based on a Cartoon Network UK format, Skatoony is a great local format kids programming opportunity with a host of great characters to access along with online content and gaming. 50 Interactive Hi Opie! Splatalot Produced by marblemedia Interactive Inc. Produced by marblemedia Interactive Inc. •Two Interactive Playstories where kids play mini games in between video moments they share with Opie: The Scavenger Hunt sees them make decisions around the classroom and Opie Gets the Job Done includes mini games in theme with the roles of people who work in the neighbourhood. Made in HTML and playable on mobile devices. •Rich interactive website with video, games, extra footage and picture downloads • Opie’s Playground with three games to play: Run in the playground to Tidy Up and sort the toys in this platformer game. Build a Bug Hotel and learn about different bugs. Play with balance, numbers and weight in the See Saw game. Available as a desktop series or as an app (iOS and Android). •Interactive Classroom where Opie plays four different activities with you. Earn nine cheers as awards for completing activities in the classroom. Hear Opie tell you jokes in the classroom area. Made in Flash. • Nine single player Flash games that can be versioned for your website • One multi-player Flash game • One mobile game Splatalot Dash! for iOS and Android •Available in English and French but can be reversioned Skatoony Produced by marblemedia Interactive Inc. •Rich interactive website with show information, downloadable activities and 18 videos • One single player Flash game • One multi player Flash game Japanizi Going Going Gong! • Three mobile games Skatoony: Find The Earl, Skatoony: Skadoodle and SkatoonyVille for iOS •Available in English and French but can be reversioned Produced by marblemedia Interactive Inc. Rich media landing page that resembles the show where users can pan around the different layers • 11 x 2' choose your own adventure webisodes •A meme generator where people can share hilarious GIF animations from the show •Synchronized second screen experience where users can sync their app with the show to see different camera angles - available on iTunes or the website • One Flash game that can be reversioned • One mobile game 51 This Is Scarlett and Isaiah Produced by marblemedia Interactive Inc. •Interactive website that kids can explore with virtual toys, video content and three games in Flash and HTML5 versions Interactive YaYa & Zouk Produced by ToonDraw Productions and developed by Tobo. Come play with YaYa and Zouk, in 4 mini games that lead to laughter and discovery. Made in Flash and mobile App for iOS and Android. • Fishing for Treasure Go fishing with YaYa & Zouk. Help them fish the objects out of the water. • Magic Salt Zouk's drawing is stuck under the couch. To help, YaYa uses magic salt that makes objects fly. The whole living room flies up into the clouds. Quick! Help her get it all back before Mom finds out everything's gone. • Copy Madness Zouk invents a machine that copies objects. While YaYa and Zouk have their backs turned, baby climbs into the machine and pushes the wrong button. Dozens of copies of baby keep crawling out of the machine. Quick! Help YaYa & Zouk catch all the babies before they fill the house. • Magic Mirror YaYa & Zouk play hide and seek. While YaYa is counting, Zouk hides inside the mirror. It's going to be hard to find him! Nico Can Dance! Produced by Atomic Cartoons and developed by Log Cabin Productions. • Dance With Nico, is an entertaining colourful online browser based game for preschoolers. With the encouragement of Miss Frost, children explore the moves, music and backgrounds of Nico Can Dance! making selections to create their own unique dance sequences for Nico. Once the choreographies are complete, children can play, download or share their creations. • Made in HTML5. 52 Interactive 53 54
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