Singapore Presents Quality Content at Asia TV Forum & Market and ScreenSingapore 2015

Singapore Presents Quality Content at Asia TV Forum & Market and ScreenSingapore 2015

SINGAPORE, Dec. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --


-- Singapore presents more than 1,050 hours of compelling Asian stories
made for the global audience at the Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) and
ScreenSingapore (SS) 2015. This includes more than 180 titles from over
70 Singapore media companies at the Singapore Pavilion, located at Level
5 Grand Ballroom, E08 and H08, Sands Expo and Convention Centre.

-- The delegation at the Singapore Pavilion comprises production and
distribution companies like Clover Films, Beach House Pictures and
Sparky Animation.
-- Trade visitors at ATF and SS will be treated to a diverse range of
programmes from Singapore, spanning the genres of factual, drama,
infotainment, lifestyle and children's.
Singapore as a choice partner for international media companies


-- Following its long-standing partnership with America's The Jim Henson
Company on successful animated series Dinosaur Train (season 4 is
currently in production), Singapore's Sparky Animation has announced a
co-production deal with Presto Digital Limited (UK) for Rhythm Warriors,
a fantasy comedy series calibrated to entertain while encouraging the
audience to intuitively learn fundamentals of music education and
appreciation.
-- Ella Bella Bingo is an animated series about little Ella, who manages to
get herself and her friends out of sticky situations in creative ways.
The series is co-produced by Singapore based August Media Holdings, and
Norway's Kool Produktion AS. Ella Bella Bingo's 2 nominations in the
Asian Television Awards 2015 - "Best 2D Animated Programme" and "Best
Preschool Programme" are a nod to the quality of the programme.
For the love of films - original Singapore projects with Asian flavours


-- 7 Letters is an anthology of 7 short films by 7 Singaporean directors:
Eric Khoo, Royston Tan, K. Rajagopal, Boo Jun Feng, Tan Pin Pin, Jack
Neo and Kelvin Tong. 7 Letters represents heartfelt 'love letters' from
these directors to Singapore, with themes ranging from lost love to
inter-generation relationships to identity and more. The project was
also selected as Singapore's entry for "Best Foreign Language Film" at
the 2016 Oscars.

-- 3688 is Singapore director Royston Tan's first feature film in 7 years
since the musical-themed 12 Lotus. The touching film centres on parking
attendant Fei Fei, who has always dreamed of becoming a singer, like her
famous namesake - the legendary Taiwanese singer Fong Fei Fei. 3688 made
its international premiere at the Busan International Film Festival 2015
and was recently screened to full-house audiences at this year's Taipei
Golden Horse Film Festival.

-- FLY Entertainment's My Love, Sinema is a love story that transcends
generations. Set in Ipoh, Malaysia and Singapore, My Love, Sinema stars
Tosh Zhang, Cheryl Wee and Jeff Wang, and is produced by Flora Goh of
Scout Pictures. There will be a meet-and-greet session on 2 December,
5-6pm at the Singapore Pavilion, where the media and guests will get the
chance to meet FLY Entertainment's Founder and CEO Irene Ang, as well as
Tosh, Cheryl and Jeff, and find out more about the film, slated for
release in the third quarter of 2016.

-- Travel back in time with Long, Long Time Ago. In the film, protagonist
Ah Juan is driven out from her husband's home on 9 August, 1965. Her
struggles in raising her new born twins are juxtaposed against the
challenges faced by Singapore in its year of independence. Long, Long
Time Ago is directed by acclaimed Singapore filmmaker Jack Neo and is
expected to be released in 2016.
-- 1 movie, 4 stories - 4 Love is an anthology by 4 up-and-coming Singapore
filmmakers: Raihan Halim, Gilbert Chan, Sam Loh and Daniel Yam. Each
director tells a story of love through the experiences of teenagers,
young adults, mid-lifers and the elderly. 4 Love is expected to be
released in 2016.
Engaging drama content from Singapore that will keep audiences glued to their screens


-- Crescendo by WaWa Pictures is set against the xinyao movement,
synonymous with young Singaporeans pursuing their dreams in the music
industry during the 1980s - a formative period in Singapore's culture.
Crescendo follows the story of a group of xinyao music enthusiasts as
they manoeuvre the unpredictability of the local music industry.

-- Lion Moms by Ochre Pictures traces the lives of three mothers. Though
they come from different backgrounds, the "lionesses" have a common
goal: to provide the best for their children.
-- Code of Law is an intense drama that offers viewers a glimpse into
Singapore's criminal justice system through the eyes of police
investigators and defence counsel. Each week, a team of investigators
must race against time to solve a homicide and bring the perpetrator to
justice. Code of Law is produced by Weiyu Films.
Quality TV programmes to entertain little ones


-- Spelling Armadillo is a heart-warming tele-movie about a boy Tom and the
rediscovery of his self-confidence. The Oak3 Films production is
nominated for International Emmy Kids' Awards 2016 "Best Kids' TV
Movie/Mini-Series", making it Singapore's first nomination in that
category.
-- With Counting with Paula, 3-6 year-olds can learn about numbers,
counting and shapes with protagonist Paula and her friends as they go on
adventures in exotic places. Counting with Paula is produced by Omens
Studios, and is nominated in this year's Asian Television Awards for
"Best 3D Animated Programme".
Engaging factual formats, lifestyle content and reality programmes by Singapore companies


-- Wild City by Beach House Pictures, which showcased the little-known side
of Singapore and its wildlife ecosystem, aired on Singapore's Channel
NewsAsia in March this year to much acclaim. With the third episode of
Wild City currently in production, Beach House Pictures is developing a
new concept Wild Cities. Wild Cities will be given an international
spin, and it plans to uncover the amazing animals and eco-systems that
exist in the middle of some of the world's most populous cities,
including Mumbai, Sydney and New York.

-- SupermodelMe Sirens by Refinery Media is a multi-platform reality series
in which 12 aspiring models of Asian heritage compete for a chance to
launch their career in the fashion industry. SupermodelMe is currently
in its fifth season and the series was previously nominated at the
International Digital Emmy Awards and the Apollo Awards, and also at
this year's Asian Television Awards.
-- The Food Detectives returns for a 3(rd) season with its light-hearted
and informative take on the food we eat. Produced by activeTV and
distributed by factual outfit TVF (UK), the series has proven popular
not only in Singapore but also on channels such as Nat Geo People.
Season 3 is expected to broadcast in the 1(st) quarter of 2016. Host
Nikki Muller is nominated for "Best Entertainment Presenter/Host" at
Asian Television Awards 2015 for season 2 of The Food Detectives.
Animation titles for the young and the young-at-heart


-- The Violin by Robot Playground Media is a touching short film about an
old violin that graces different stages of Singapore over 80 years. Its
music bears witness to a young country's transformation - from the
bustling 1930s to the sweeping political changes in the 60s that led to
its independence and finally, present day.

-- In Mr Moon, join its namesake character and his best friends as they
explore planets, stars, constellations, galaxies and more. Mr Moon is
co-produced by Sparky Animation, Skaramoosh (UK) and Title Entertainment
(Canada).
-- The Dream Defenders follows twins Zane and Zoey on their adventures as
they defeat monsters from nightmares and fears who try to break into the
real world. Dream Defenders is produced by Tiny Island Productions.
Upcoming Film, TV and Animation titles to look out for in 2016


-- At Sneak Peeks, which takes place at the Singapore Pavilion on 2
December from 2-4pm, international buyers will be treated to a preview
of film, TV and animation projects to before they premiere in 2016.
-- The titles include documentaries like Wild City and There Was A Time 3;
children's animation like Shutterbugs and Leo the Wildlife Ranger;
feature films like 4 Love, Long, Long Time Ago, Mr Unbelievable, Before
The Fall and The Moment.
Networking opportunities with Singapore companies


-- Delegates will meet with various Singapore media companies and
professionals over drinks during Singapore Hour at the Singapore
Pavilion on 2 December from 4-5pm and 3 December from 5-6pm.
About Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA)

The Media Development Authority of Singapore (www.mda.gov.sg) promotes the growth of globally competitive film, television, radio, publishing, games, animation and interactive digital media industries. It also regulates the media sector to safeguard the interests of consumers, and promotes a connected society. MDA is a statutory board under the Ministry of Communications and Information (www.mci.gov.sg).

About Singapore Media Festival (SMF)

The Singapore Media Festival, hosted by Media Development Authority, is set to become one of Asia s leading international media events, where the industry meets to discover the latest trends, talents and contents in Asia for Film and TV. It brings together established media events - Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF), Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) and ScreenSingapore (SS), Asian Television Awards (ATA) and Digital Matters, which will take place from 26 November to 6 December 2015. For more information about the Singapore Media Festival, please visit www.sgmediafestival.com.

SOURCE MDA

MDA

CONTACT: Ms. Joannah Zhong, Executive (Industry Communications), Media Development Authority of Singapore, +65-9728-9956, joannah_zhong@mda.gov.sg

Web Site: http://www.sgmediafestival.com


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