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| Author: | oceanicitl [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 10:56 am ] |
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Sony/Discovery/IMAX 3D Net Announces Programming Slate: Read the Coverage Broadcasting & Cable - October 18, 2010 Sony/Discovery/IMAX Venture Announces First Wave of Programming Ten films/series included in initial lineup By Andrea Domanick The 3D joint venture of Sony, Discovery Communications and IMAX Corporation announced its first wave of programming Monday, according to an announcement from the venture's President and CEO Tom Cosgrove. The lineup includes four original series and the exclusive U.S. premieres of six other programs and films, including IMAX's Into the Deep 3D and Sony's Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. The announcement represents the initial programming slate to be featured when the network launches in 2011. "Today's announcement represents the first step in our commitment to provide viewers with immersive, entertaining programming as we build the most extensive library of original and exclusive 3D content available anywhere," Cosgrove said. "As we work toward launch, we are focused on bringing together a diverse slate of high-quality 3D offerings from both our strategic partners, as well as premier production companies from around the globe." Multichannel News - October 18, 2010 Discovery 3D Net IDs First Shows By R. Thomas Umstead SILVER Spring, Md.--The 3DTV network coming from Sony, Discovery Communications and IMAX has identified its first wave of original and acquired content. Series set to debut on the new 24/7 service when it launches in 2011 include: Abandoned Planet, exploring places devoid of humanity; Africa in 3D, showcasing the richness of the continent; China, giving a behind-thescenes look at the world’s most populous nation; and Jewels of the World, transporting viewers to UNESCO World Heritage sites where natural and cultural gems are catalogued and protected. Exclusive 3D premieres include theatrical releases such as Imax’s Into the Deep 3D, Sony’s animated Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs and Monster House; and the documentaries Attack of the Giant Jellyfish and Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D. While the programming announcement includes a mix of original and acquired content, Tom Cosgrove, president and CEO of the joint venture told Multichannel News the network will focus mostly on originallyproduced content. “As we go forward the emphasis on the channel is building the best made for 3D TV library in the world,” Cosgrove said. “You’re going to see a greater emphasis on original content made for the channel.” Cosgrove said the network’s launch is still slated for early 2011, but would not disclose a specific debut date nor an official name. Cosgrove also added a pair of top lieutenants: Tim Pastore is vice president of development and production, and Rod Riegel is vice president of marketing and communications. Pastore was director of production and development at Discovery Channel, and Riegel was director of communications at The Hub, another Discovery joint-venture network. Earlier, Discovery veteran Julia Rao was named chief financial officer, and Mark Ringwald, previously with AmericanLife TV Network, was named director of scheduling and acquisitions. Variety - October 18, 2010 Discovery, Sony, Imax 3D cabler unveils slate New channel will feature original series, exclusive premieres Nature and wildlife docu series and theatrical features are on the programming slate for the 3D cabler backed by Discovery, Sony Corp. and Imax that is skedded to bow next year. The partners on Monday unveiled the first wave of programming for cabler, which has yet to announce a formal moniker. The lineup includes recent 3D theatricals from Sony such as "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" and "Monster House." "As we work toward launch, we are focused on bringing together a diverse slate of high-quality 3D offerings from both our strategic partners, as well as premier production companies from around the globe," said Tom Cosgrove, prexy and CEO of the venture. A complete list of programs follows: Original Series * Abandoned Planet Explore the strangest places on earth -- entire cities now completely devoid of all humanity. This series of one-hour programs sheds light on why people have abandoned the places they once called home and what happens after they leave. Produced by Flight 33 Productions. * Africa in 3D From Gannet Island and its 100,000 seabirds of the same name sharing one giant rock, the 60,000 flamingos at Kamfers Dam, the Luangwa River and its 30,000 hippos and much more, this series of one-hour programs captures the richness and diversity of the world's second-largest continent. Produced by Aquavision Television Productions. * China China's beauty is little seen, often hidden and always surprising. This hour-long series studies the thronging cities, epic vistas and spiritual heartlands of this huge and mysterious nation in stunning 3D. Produced by Natural History New Zealand Ltd. (NHNZ). * Jewels of the World This hour-long series gives viewers unprecedented access to UNESCO's 'World Heritage' sites, where the planet's natural and cultural gems are catalogued and protected, including: the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Peru; the Temple of Angkor Wat in Cambodia; and the Grand Canyon National Park in the United States, among others. Produced by Natural History New Zealand Ltd. (NHNZ). Exclusive U.S. Premieres * Attack of the Giant Jellyfish (Discovery) This hour-long program explores the myths and realities behind the global explosion of deadly jellyfish, including the giant Nomura, whose strength and size makes them capable of capsizing boats and wreaking havoc on the high seas. Produced by Story House Productions. * The Haunted (Discovery) Using infrared cameras and sensitive recording devices, a paranormal team investigates true, chilling and terrifying stories of animals and their owners who are experiencing the unexplainable. This one-hour program is produced by Picture Shack Entertainment. * Into the Deep 3D (IMAX) This IMAX special takes audiences on a spectacular three-dimensional exploration of the undersea world. Using the IMAX 3D camera in its underwater housing for the first time, this film captures unique marine life and magnificent underwater vistas. * Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D (IMAX) Through the magic of IMAX 3D, narrator Tom Hanks takes viewers to the lunar surface to walk alongside the 12 extraordinary astronauts who have been there to experience what they saw, heard, felt, thought and did. * Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (Sony) Inspired by the beloved children's book of the same name, this animated 3D feature follows inventor Flint Lockwood and a brainy weathergirl as they attempt to discover why the rain in their small town has stopped, and food is falling in its place. * Monster House (Sony) A suburban home has become physically animated by a vengeful human soul looking to stir up trouble from beyond the grave, and it's up to three adventurous kids from the neighborhood to do battle with the structural golem in this comically frightful tale. The Hollywood Reporter - October 18, 2010 3D TV Venture Unveils First Programming Plans Partners Sony, Discovery, Imax contribute content, order originals The 3D TV network joint venture of Sony Corp., Discovery Communications and Imax on Monday unveiled its first wave of programming, including originals and acquisitions. Hour-long original series announced Monday are "Abandoned Planet," produced by Flight 33 Productions, which explores entire cities abandoned by people, "Africa in 3D" from Aquavision Television Productions, as well as "China" and "Jewels of the World," about UNESCO's World Heritage sites, from Natural History New Zealand. U.S. premieres will include Sony films "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs," and "Monster House," Discovery documentary "Attack of the Giant Jellyfish" and "The Haunted," in which a paranormal team investigates stories of animals and their owners "who are experiencing the unexplainable," and Imax specials "Into the Deep 3D" about the undersea world and "Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D," narrated by Tom Hanks. Tom Cosgrove, president and CEO of the venture, said the unnamed 24/7 channel, which launches next year, wants to provide viewers with "immersive, entertaining programming as we build the most extensive library of original and exclusive 3D content available anywhere." Research firm DisplaySearch said last week that 3D TV is not growing as fast so far as TV set makers had expected, due to high prices and a lack of content, but the technology should become mainstream by 2014. It forecast that 3.2 million 3D TV sets will be shipped this year, including just less than 1.6 million in North America, but the figure will grow to 90 million-plus in 2014. Wordscreen - October 18, 2010 Programming Lined Up for U.S. 3D JV Channel By Kristin Brzoznowski The soon-to-launch 3D joint-venture channel from Sony Corporation, Discovery Communications and IMAX has commissioned a range of original and exclusive series and firmed up several partner program acquisitions. Original series include Abandoned Planet, a one-hour series that sheds light on why people have abandoned the places they once called home; Africa in 3D, which spotlights the richness and diversity of the world's second largest continent; China, to be produced by NHNZ; and Jewels of the World, also produced by NHNZ. Exclusive U.S. premieres include Attack of the Giant Jellyfish and The Haunted from Discovery; Into the Deep 3D and Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D from IMAX; and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs and Monster House from Sony. These titles represent the first list of native 3D programs that will be featured on the 3D network, which is slated to launch in 2011. “Today’s announcement represents the first step in our commitment to provide viewers with immersive, entertaining programming as we build the most extensive library of original and exclusive 3D content available anywhere,” said Tom Cosgrove, the president and CEO of the joint venture. “As we work toward launch, we are focused on bringing together a diverse slate of high-quality 3D offerings from both our strategic partners, as well as premier production companies from around the globe.” Discovery Communications, Inc. October 19, 2010 |
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| Author: | paulzolo [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Latest 3D TV news |
Sounds intetresting, but as I bought a new HD TV last December, I’m not likely to replace it for a good few years yet, and I’ll only go 3D if I don’t need funny goggles. Unless you are transmitting anaglyphs, of course! |
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| Author: | oceanicitl [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:43 am ] | |||||||||
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I saw on tele last night that 3d will be available through Sky HD boxes |
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| Author: | paulzolo [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:44 am ] | ||||||||||||||||||
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You still need a 3D TV to watch the 3D broadcasts - unless you know something I don’t. |
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| Author: | oceanicitl [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:46 am ] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Ah yeah they didn't make a big point about that. Got 3D tvs here but would rather go home to watch TV than stay at work. |
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| Author: | Amnesia10 [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 1:54 pm ] | |||||||||
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I am in the same boat. I bought a HD TV for the bedroom only a couple of months ago. I could replace my main CRT at some point but can't see the point for a considerable period. |
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