The Business Journal of Film, TV Broadcasting, Broadband, Production, Distribution
January 2012
Volume 32 No. 1
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BAVARIA MEDIA TELEVISION
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Captain Gordeyev (pictured)
Vitaly Emashov stars in this crime series.
Summertime Blues
A feature film centering on a coming of age story. A boy copes with his parents’ divorce, the collapse of his family and his first love.
BlogHouse
The chronicles of a real life group of friends who run a blog together.
13 Hours
A series that combines action, suspense and humor, and has been likened to 24.
Voices of the Pamano River
One of the most traumatic periods in Spanish history is examined in this miniseries, which centers on Franco’s regime.
Love In Times of Rebellion
A miniseries tfocusing on upheaval in Spain in the early 20th century.
CARACOL
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The Cartel (pictured)
The second season of this telenovela sees Pepe Cadena become an informant, spilling the story of how he got out of jail, cooperated with the DEA, and made his way back to Colombia.
All I Need Is Love (Yo no te pido la Luna)
Juanita Roman is a singer who performs on public transportation for money. But all that is about to change when she is discovered by a wealthy widow who is determined to make her a star.
Mariana & Scarlett
Mariana and Scarlett are two sisters who are on their way to the top in the fashion industry. But will jealousy and romance tear them apart?
Pretty Ceci and Mr. Indiscreet (La Bella Ceci y el Imprudente)
A case of mistaken identity leads wealthy Eduardo to take a job as a waiter at the failing El Castillo Hotel.
The Mafia Dolls (Las Muñecas de la Mafia)
Viewers are invited to meet five women who, seduced by the glamour and luxury of the mafia lifestyle, take to lives of crime.
The Swindler (El Encantador)
Rolando is a skilled con man who will stop at nothing to penetrate the highest social circles.
E1 ENTERTAINMENT
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Rookie Blue
Drama series centering on five young rookie police officers learning the ropes.
The Bridge
Aaron Douglas and Paul Popowich star in this drama about a team of street cops doing battle with criminals and facing off with their bosses.
Call Me Fitz (pictured)
Richard “Fitz” Fitzpatrick is a used car dealer with questionable boundaries, but, ultimately a good heart. Jason Priestley stars.
When Love Is Not Enough: The Lois Wilson Story
Winona Ryder stars in this TV movie about the true life story of Alcoholics Anonymous founders Bill and Lois Wilson.
Made
A teen comedy that follows Tuba’s transition from band geek to cheerleader.
Shattered
Ben Sullivan is a homicide detective with Multiple Personality Disorder. Will his illness get in the way of his murder investigations?
MEDIASET DISTRIBUTION
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RIS Rome (pictured)
The Forensic Science Department of Carabinieri is on the case in this police series. Daniele Ghirelli and his colleague Flavia set up shop in Rome, where their investigative skills are put to the test.
Paradise for Two
A family-oriented TV movie about a marine biologist studying dolphins on an isolated beach in Sardinia, and the unexpected love she encounters.
Intelligence
Inspired by the Bourne trilogy, miniseries Intelligence tells a story of espionage and top secret organizations.
Crime Squad
A team of cops butt heads about the proper crime fighting strategy in this police drama.
Young Enough
A sitcom format that follows the ups and downs in the marriage of two strong-headed showbiz personalities.
Alone At Last
Married couple Gigi and Alice just want a little time for romance, but with in-laws, neighbors and children constantly underfoot, it seems that they’re never alone.
Living
A soap opera of epic proportions, Living tells the story of three families living in a provincial Italian city. As their paths cross and their destinies intertwine, the families will discover love where they least expected it.
MONDO TV
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Puppy In My Pocket (pictured)
Set in the fantastical world of Pocketville, this animated children’s series centers on a group of pets waiting to be matched with their human friends.
Angel’s Friends
In the booming metropolis of Angie Town, five young angels attend a special school to learn how to use their powers. Now they must venture to Earth to get the final training in their quest to become guardian angels.
Virus Attack
Humanity is under attack by monstrous viruses, and only one scientist has the knowledge needed to save the world.
RECORD TV
The Law and the Crime (La Ley y el Crimen) (pictured)
A new series following the story of a society woman who becomes a police officer after her father’s murder.
Ugly Bela (Bela, la Fea)
Anabela is a smart and hardworking young girl whose appearance creates obstacles in her professional life. When she loses a job to an incompetent but beautiful woman, Bela lands an appointment as the secretary of a new, but inexperienced, president-director.
Esther the Queen (La Saga de la Reina Esther)
In 479 AD in Persia, a Jewish slave woman married the Persian King Asuero, becoming queen. Using the latest technology and special effects, Record TV tells Esther’s story.
The Mutants – Simply Love (Los Mutantes - Simplemente Amor)
The third installment in the story of the lives of humans with special powers. All mutants — good and evil — are hunted because the government has passed laws against them and they are forced to use their powers secretly.
TELEFE INTERNATIONAL
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Secrets of Love (pictured)
A telenovela following a lawyer named Diana who decides to restart her career. But, when she hires Manuel to work for her, her love life gets a boost as well.
WAGS, Love for the Game
Viewers are invited into the glamorous world of the wives and girlfriends (WAGS) of professional football players. Laura is a police officer who goes undercover as a WAG to investigate famous athlete “El Chiqui” Flores.
The Resistance
A group of passionate young people takes on an evil corporation that has deceived the citizens of New Era into thinking that they live in a perfect and happy world.
3,2,1 Let’s Win
A gameshow in which contestants compete in a hilarious series of games to try to win the grand prize. Physical challenges include “The Human Pinball,” “The Ball Gorilla” and many others.
Everybody Against Juan
Gaston Pauls stars as a fading actor struggling to recapture the fame he experienced in his teens.
Just In Time
This family game show is back for a second season with Julian Weich as its host. The new season promises plenty of surprises, including a renovated set and new games.
The Successful Mr. And Mrs. Pells
From creator Sebastian Ortega comes a comedy about an actor hired to impersonate a famous television host.
TELEVISA INTERNACIONAL
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Fill Me With Love
A telenovela centering on Marianela, a girl who is orphaned and sent to live with her evil Aunt Freda. Over time, Marianela falls in love with her cousin Emanuel, and must deal with Freda’s jealousy and rage.
A Woman of Steel (pictured)
Valentina’s heart is broken when she finds out that her fiancé Alonso is only after her money. Years later, Valentina is still bitter, but Joe Miguel has made up his mind to win her over.
A Double Identity
Available in HD, this novela centers on Andrea, a young, talented musician dedicated to helping people. After a terrible accident leaves her father paralyzed, Andrea is forced to assume responsibility for family. There’s only one problem — to get a good job, she has to masquerade as a boy.
A New Beginning
When Karla, a famous young actress and singer, decides to quit showbiz, her manager Miriam fears that she will discover she’s been embezzling the starlet’s money. Miriam decides that the only recourse is to kill Karla. Will Karla be able to escape?
Decades
A variety format showcasing some of the best music of the past five decades. Classic stars and new and upcoming talent get a chance to perform with dancers and a live orchestra.
The Disorderly Maids of the Neighborhood
Five housekeepers work in the same sleepy residential condominium. But the idyllic calm of the community is disrupted when the installation of a new swimming pool sparks a feud.
Dream of Me
Teen telenovela that tells the story of Clara and Luca and their group of friends.