Kudos to the folks over at the CBC for taking a crucial first step in the network’s reinvention by using the Toronto International Film Festival as a backdrop to let folks know about the upcoming television season and the brand overall. Canada’s public broadcaster staked out the corner of King St. West and Blue Jays … Continue reading CBC hits TIFF in grand style
From a media release: Five New Comedy Projects Join Bell Media’s Original Development Slate New comedies in development include projects from Mark McKinney, Rob Sheridan, Jared Keeso, Paul Mather, and llana Frank Bell Media working with several seasoned production companies including Breakthrough Entertainment, Lone Eagle Entertainment, Force Four Entertainment, Amaze Film + Television, New Metric … Continue reading Bell reveals development slate
From a media release: Donald Sutherland All Aboard as Producer, Screenwriter and Star of Pirate’s Passage! Donald Sutherland’s production company, Martin’s River Ink, Inc., announces start of production of a new, animated movie, Pirate’s Passage, with animation work by PIP Animation Services Inc. in Ottawa. Upon completion it will air on CBC Television. “Pirate’s Passage … Continue reading Donald Sutherland bringing Pirate’s Passage to CBC
From a media release: CTV Gives Viewers SATISFACTION All Summer Long, Beginning Monday, June 24 New half-hour comedy from creator Tim McAuliffe (THE OFFICE) leads into Season 2 of ANGER MANAGEMENT Gordon Pinsent, Wendel Clark, Jerry O’Connell, Tommy Chong, Andy Kindler, and Gabrielle Miller guest star on SATISFACTION Monday nights this summer start out with … Continue reading Satisfaction premieres June 24
From a media release: CBC TELEVISION LAUNCHES 2013 WINTER SCHEDULE FEATURING A NEW CANADIAN CRIME DRAMA AND A SLATE OF RETURNING HITS CBC today announced its 2013 winter broadcast season, showcasing a brand new Canadian one-hour crime drama and a roster of home grown hits. With buzz-worthy new programming and some fresh new faces, combined … Continue reading CBC announces winter season
