International

Viewpoint Creates 2 Promotional Packages For Discovery

Boston-based ViewPoint Studios has completed two on-air promotional packages for Discovery Communications. The first promotional package was for Animal Planet International's "Whale of a Week," which features a line-up of shows revolving around whales. Molly McCarthy, associate producer of international on-air promotion for Discovery Networks International, said, "Our goal was to create a promo that would travel across all regions of the world and portray the beauty and mystery of whales, while maintaining the international on-air look of the Animal Planet network.

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International Events

Comic-Con International

Begins: July 19, 2001

Comic-Con International is America

In Event Types: Conferences, Trade Shows, Animation

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Cartoombria 7th International Animation Exhibition

* Cartoombria 7th International Animation Exhibition: Wednesday, November 21 - Saturday, November 24, 2001, Perugia, Italy.

Cartoombria showcases animation from around the world, with a focus on digital and multimedia animation. The festival also holds special events highlighting international schools and training programs on computer animation, new media and Web animation.

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Comic-Con International

* Comic-Con International: Thursday, July 19 - Sunday, July 22, 2001, San Diego, California USA.

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SAFO Submission Deadline Extended To July 15, 2001

The submission deadline for the next International Student Animation Festival of Ottawa (SAFO) has been extended to July 15, 2001. Entry forms, including an on-line version that can be sent directly by e-mail, are available on the festival Website. SAFO 2001 will be held October 18-21, 2001. The official competition is divided into five categories: High School Student Films; Undergraduate Student Films (Post-Secondary); Graduate Student Films (Post-Secondary); First Film (e.g.

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Argus International To Produce Animated Feature

On May 8, 2001 Argus International Film Studio signed an agreement with Germanys MC-One to produce THE NUTCRACKER AND THE MOUSE KING, a 70-minute animated film based on the well-known fairy tale by Hoffmann and ballet by Tchaikovsky. Directed by Tatiana Ilyina, the Russian version of the animated feature will be available at the end of 2002. The 3-minute pilot copy for THE NUTCRACKER AND THE MOUSE KING was awarded the World Gold Medal for best animation at the 1999 New York festivals and was in official selection at Annecy 2000.

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Univers d'Enfants, The International Trade Fair Of Products For Children

* Sunday, January 20 Thursday, January 24, 2002. Paris, France.

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25th Cinanima International Animation Festival

* Monday, November 5 Sunday, November 11, 2001, Espinho, Portugal

Entry Deadline: August 1, 2001

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Objectif Image, International Short Film Festival

October 4 - 7, 2001. Palavas les Flots/Montpelier, France

Entry Deadline: July 14, 2001

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The Tahoe International Film Festival

* Thursday, September 27 - Tuesday, October 2, 2001. Lake Tahoe, California, U.S.A.

Entry Deadline: June 29, 2001

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Moondance Fest Honors The Best In Female Filmmaking From Around The Globe!

* Friday, January 25 Sunday, January 27, 2002. Boulder, Colorado, U.S.A.

Early Deadline: June 1, 2001

Late Deadline: October 1, 2001

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Television Events

MIP TV, International Television Program Market

Begins: April 2, 2001

MIP TV is the world's premier international television program market. The six-day TV industry trade show and conference program will focus on the international television industry. The event gives buyers, sellers and programmers a chance to meet and make deals. The conference includes a vast array of panels and round-table discussions with some of the world's top professionals. Each year the event attracts over 10,000 professionals from around the world.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Television

International Events

California SUN International Animation Festival

Begins: March 24, 2001

The California SUN International Animation Festival contains animations ranging from student works to studio productions. The event is set up to bring attention to the world of international animation. A special private screening of the films will be held on March 23 at the Museum of Radio & Television inBeverly Hills.

In Event Types: Competitive Festivals, Animation

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International Emmys Want The Best From The World Of TV

* Friday, November 16 Saturday, November 17, 2001. New York, New York, U.S.A.

Entry Deadline: April 13, 2001

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Former Saban Prez Named CinéGroupe Int. President

Michel Welter has been named president of CinéGroupe International. In this newly created position, Welter will head the companys international corporate development efforts in addition to overseeing all aspects of international sales for the company including distribution, licensing and merchandising. Prior to coming to CinéGroupe, he was president of Saban Enterprises International, where he managed the worldwide licensing and merchandising activities of Saban Entertainment and developed new international ventures.

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Ottawa International Student Animation Festival Calls For Entries

The next International Student Animation Festival of Ottawa (SAFO) will be held October 18-21, 2001. Now in its third edition, the Ottawa International Student Animation Festival provides a dynamic showcase of the most fresh and innovative animation from around the world. The official competition is divided into five categories: High School Student Films; Undergraduate Student Films (Post-Secondary); Graduate Student Films (Post-Secondary); First Film (e.g. Professional/Independent/Co-op Produced Films); and Children's Animation (Under 12 Years Of Age).

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California SUN Fest Highlights From Student To Studio Productions

* Saturday, March 24, 2001. Northridge, California, U.S.A.

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California SUN International Animation Festival Still Open For Entries

California SUN International Animation Festival

* Saturday, March 24, 2001. Northridge, California, U.S.A.

Entry Deadline: February 25, 2001

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Film Events

New York International Children's Film Festival

Begins: February 2, 2001

The New York International Children's Film Festival is one of the top showcases of new film for young people. The competitive fest screens 50 new works, shorts and features, plus retrospectives to an audience of 12,000 ages 3-18, parents, filmmakers and media execs. The event also features workshops, panels, presentations and a special section for teen/young adults. Awards will be determined by audience ballot and by audience age grouping.

In Event Types: Competitive Festivals, Animation, Live Action, Short Films

International Events

ASIFA-Colorado Best of Ottawa Screening

Begins: January 19, 2001

In Event Types: Screenings, Animation

International Headline News

BKN International Buys Its Former Parent Company

Germany-based children's TV and licensing firm, BKN International, has acquired the operational assets of its former parent Los Angeles-based BKN Inc. BKNI will pay US$25.5 million over the next two years to gain the rights to BKN's fifth largest animation portfolio in the U.S. In addition, BKNI will pay $2.6 million in cash for BKN Inc.'s L.A. studio and its trademark. Therefore, BKN Inc. will only exist as a holding company with a 34% share in BKN International. In a separate deal, Sony Pictures Family Entertainment has purchased 3.8% of BKNI from BKN Inc.

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ASIFA-Colorado Best of Ottawa Screening

* Friday, January 19, 2001. Denver, Colorado, U.S.A.

The newly formed ASIFA-Colorado is holding a big kick off bash. Chris Robinson, an ASIFA-International board member and the Ottawa International Animation Festival executive director, will present "The Best of Ottawa," a program of international award-winning animation. For more information contact Edward Bakst at: R.M.C.A.D., 6875 E. Evans Ave., Denver, Colorado 80224, U.S.A.; Tel.: (800) 888-ARTS or (303)-753-6046; E-mail: EBakst@RMCAD.edu; or Fax: (303) 694-2314.

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Saban Promotes Three Key Execs

Saban International, the distribution division of Fox Family Worldwide, has promoted Julie Wineberg to senior VP of international sales and management, Tony Howe to VP of international business and legal affairs and Maria Torregrosa to VP of sales. Wineberg will increase her work with international Fox Kids channels while continuing to oversee all aspects of the division's day-to-day television sales administration. Previously, she served as VP of international sales management. Howe will continue negotiating and spearheading co-productions and distribution deals across all media worldwide.

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Animation Events

Cartoombria 2000: 6th International Animation Exhibition

Begins: November 23, 2000

Cartoombria 2000: 6th International Animation Exhibition showcases the current status of animation. The event will provide viewers multimedia stations, a video/program viewing room and a special conference room where it will be possible to meet participating authors and technicians. The festival will focus on digital and multimedia animation with an emphasis on game development. The festival will hold events highlighting international schools focusing on computer animation, new media and Web animation.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation

International Events

27th International Emmy Awards

Begins: November 20, 2000

Organized by the International Council of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the International Emmy Awards acknowledge the special skills of the men and women who create and produce television programs outside of the United States. Awards are presented in seven categories of programming: Drama, Documentary, Arts Documentary, Performing Arts, Popular Arts, Children and Young People, and News Coverage.

In Event Types: Competitive Festivals, Documentaries, Television