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Mediatoon Distribution Miru Miru / Bobby & Bill / Yakari Mediatoon Distribution arrives in Cannes with Bobby & Bill, which showcases the friendship between a boy and his dog. Yakari, another highlight, tells the story of a courageous Sioux boy with a magical gift. “With its values of friendship, adventure and fun, combined with [a message about] the preservation of nature, Yakari is becoming more and more famous,” says Jérôme Alby, Mediatoon’s managing director. The company’s catalogue also features Miru Miru, an animated show for kids 3 to 5. “Toddlers will identify with Miru and learn to view the world from different and exciting angles,” says Alby. “The series has already grabbed the attention of major channels, but most importantly, we know that it will charm young viewers the world over!”
“Mediatoon always strives to deliver iconic, well-valued, tried-and-tested brands to our clients.” —Jérôme Alby Miru Miru
Mercis BV Miffy’s Adventures Big and Small The worldwide rights for the book-based property Miffy, which celebrated its 60th anniversary last year, are owned by Mercis BV. This MIPTV, the company will be showcasing Miffy’s Adventures Big and Small, an animated preschool show about the titular young bunny. “Featuring 52 brand-new stories of seven minutes, this new series is the HD CGI animated sequel to the successful Miffy and Friends,” says Frank Padberg, business development manager and producer at Mercis BV. “Miffy’s Adventures Big and Small has now sold in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, the U.K. and the U.S. Together with our distribution partner m4e/Telescreen, we expect to add a few more to this list after this MIPTV.”
“Miffy’s Adventures Big and Small is the first time Dick Bruna’s classic character, which marked 60 years in 2015, has ever appeared in CGI.” —Frank Padberg Miffy’s Adventures Big and Small
Mondo TV Adventures in Duckport / Cuby Zoo / The Treasure Island Based on characters from Suzy’s Zoo, Adventures in Duckport is an animated series targeted at children between the ages of 4 and 7. “There will be lots of ethical and social life values in this adorable show,” says Matteo Corradi, the CEO of Mondo TV. Another MIPTV highlight from the company is Cuby Zoo, a preschool program co-produced with Aurora World. Then there is The Treasure Island, a comedy adventure inspired by the literary classic. The series, co-produced by Rai Fiction, will make its world premiere in Italy this year. “These three shows carry valuable messages of current social and family values and the spirit of adventure,” says Corradi. “They also have different styles of animation and [are targeted to different] age groups.”
“Cuby Zoo is cute and gets into kids’ imaginations and fantasies.” —Matteo Corradi Cuby Zoo 184 World Screen 4/16