SEVEN TITLE DEAL
February 2, 2010 – Cineflix International announced today the company has acquired the distribution rights to 64 hours of factual programming from leading independent producer Frantic Films. Comprised of six series and one special, the distribution agreement was negotiated by Diane Rankin, Cineflix International’s Head of Acquisitions.
Rankin says: “The opportunity to acquire this number of original titles from such a great producer is rare. This is the start of new relationship that we’re very excited about and is part of our strategy to build key partnerships as a distributor with top production houses worldwide.”
Jamie Brown, CEO of Frantic Films added: " Cineflix International has a very strong reputation for sales in the international market. We are excited to collaborate with them on the international distribution of our most recent programming and feel confident our shows are in very good hands."
Titles in the deal include the home reno show House Poor13×30, makeover and lifestyle programmes Rags to Red Carpet13×30 and _Princess_13x60, the documentary Surviving the Future1 × 60, standup comedy winner Winnipeg Comedy Festival5×60, and two seasons of the food programmes Pitchin’ In26×30, and The Opener 19×60.
A leading distributor of factual entertainment, Cineflix International distributes more than 1200 hours of programming to broadcasters the world over. The catalogue is comprised of high-end lifestyle, history, science, documentary and entertainment programs viewed by audiences the world over.
For further information please contact: Cheryl Clarke at MUSHROOM MEDIA on +44 207 582 5800, E: cheryl@mushroom-media.co.uk
