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Mediatoon Distribution • The Garfield Show • Yakari • Kinky & Cosy The fourth season of The Garfield Show is being promoted by Mediatoon Distribution at this market.The new season watches as the famous feline travels to such exotic destinations as Italy and the Caribbean. It will be accompanied by a range of digital content, including online games, songs and videos. “We are very excited about launching the new season of Garfield and look forward to extending its reach globally,” says Jérôme Alby, Mediatoon’s deputy general manager. Meant for a younger demographic is Yakari, about a Sioux boy who can communicate with animals. A feature film based on the series is currently in production. For teens there is Kinky & Cosy, a Flash-animated show adapted from a comic strip. Alby describes the program as being “perfectly adapted for digital opportunities.”
“Our topquality series will appeal to buyers because they are based on evergreen and already wellestablished IP.” —Jérôme Alby The Garfield Show
Mondo TV S.p.A. • Gormiti • Dinofroz • Treasure Island
Pocket-sized collectible toys were the inspiration for Gormiti, co-produced by Giochi Preziosi and Mondo TV. The 3D CGI animated series, which is available in full high definition, centers on the new Princes of Gorm. Dinofroz is another co-production from Giochi Preziosi and Mondo TV, and is also based on a line of pocket-sized toys. Also a highlight is Treasure Island, a 3D CGI program based on the classic novel penned by Robert Louis Stevenson. “[These productions have] different genres and age-group targets, and this is why we can serve all broadcasters and catch their interest,” says Matteo Corradi, the CEO of Mondo TV S.p.A. “Beside these three titles we do have others; broadcasters will need to stop by and meet us at MIPCOM to hear more.”
“We are not targeting or focusing on one special territory or country; the world is our playground.” —Matteo Corradi Dinofroz
Nerd Corps Entertainment • Slugterra TV movie • Endangered Species Leading the slate that Nerd Corps Entertainment brings to Cannes is the first one-hour Slugterra television movie, which is due to debut in the spring of 2014. “Slugterra has already met substantial global success and is geared for more with international free-TV launches continuing throughout this year and next,” says Ken Faier, the president of Nerd Corps Entertainment. “Slugterra toys have been flying off shelves around the globe as they roll out in time with the series.” Also in the company’s lineup is Endangered Species, a new comedy for children between the ages of 6 and 11. “Endangered Species delivers a fresh visual take on kids’ comedy that will appeal to audiences all over the world, along with an extensive interactive strategy to really engage kids in the story,” adds Faier.
“Nerd Corps Entertainment has always been focused on innovative, characterdriven stories that captivate kids’ imaginations.” —Ken Faier Slugterra 306 World Screen 10/13